The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate

The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate Book Summary

BOOK SCORE
4.5
TOTAL RATINGS
1,695
BOOK PRICE
$1.99

The #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel The One and Only Ivan is now a major motion picture streaming on Disney+

This unforgettable novel from renowned author Katherine Applegate celebrates the transformative power of unexpected friendship. Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, this illustrated book is told from the point of view of Ivan himself. 

Having spent twenty-seven years behind the glass walls of his enclosure in a shopping mall, Ivan has grown accustomed to humans watching him. He hardly ever thinks about his life in the jungle. Instead, Ivan occupies himself with television, his friends Stella and Bob, and painting. But when he meets Ruby, a baby elephant taken from the wild, he is forced to see their home, and his art, through new eyes.

In the tradition of timeless stories like Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, art, and hope.

The One and Only Ivan features first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).

This acclaimed middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom.

Plus don't miss The One and Only Bob, Katherine Applegate's return to the world of Ivan, Bob, and Ruby!

The One and Only Ivan Book Details

Book Name The One and Only Ivan
Genre Animal Fiction for Kids
Author Katherine Applegate
Published 17 January 2012, Tuesday
Price $1.99
E-Book Size 4.6 MB

The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate Book Reviews

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Absterdc

Love this book. I am only nine and literally fell in love with Ivan and his friend so if you love adventure then buy this now now now now ๐Ÿ˜

Veraannp

So glad. Xoxoxo to the one and only IVAN I personally love this book it is so adorable and fun I wanna read It for my 3rd time

SkipperM24

One and only Ivan. This is one of my favorite books Whoever the author is thank you for making this book.๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ™‚

Izaiahj

E. E Weeeeeeeeee ee eeeeeeeettet

Olivia eccles

The one and only Ivan. When I was younger I read it in class and LOVED it. It is funny, sad, bit mean but overall it was a great book and hope that yโ€™all will like it to! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ˜

Bookreveiw

This is literally the best book ever!!!. This book is like soooooooooooooooo good I love all the other ones too I like to imagine the characters talking in my head it is really fun but for some reason Ivan in my head sounds like a nerd๐Ÿ˜‚ but these book are AMAZING read them โ€ฆ..RIGHT NOW!!!!

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Great book. I love this book!๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป

Orchestralove_22

Excellent- I learn something new every time I read.. I first heard this book when my 5th grade teacher read it to me. Now, as a sophomore I read it again and honestly learned so much more about the story. Itโ€™s awesome for all ages. Definitely recommend

*@_super magnus chase fan

BEST BOOK EVER. I enjoyed this book so much and the end is so sweet .

Thnkblue

Heart warming. This was a bedtime story. My children really loved it. Will continue to keep reading the rest. It was a heart warming story.

๐Ÿคฉmoviestar๐Ÿคฉ

Amazing. Full of heart and inspiration

JACKshark1245

Good. :)

XXlonelySpaceBeArXx

Such a beautiful book. There really arenโ€™t any words to explain how magnificent this book is! ABSOLUTELY EXTRAORDINARY!! Here are some steps 1. Stop what your doing 2. Drop everything 3. Buy this God dang book!! Kay thatโ€™s all Bai

Charlie thore lover

Ok but not the best book ever. I like the setup but it was not that an ok book not really bad but not really really good I do like her other books like Crenshaw their was something off to me but overall it was pretty good

Cool rule 75

Sad but happy. I did not buy this book here but I am reading in library it is so much fun๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜„

1928Leila

Children Book. I read this book when I was in middle school. Iโ€™m in my third year of high school now, and this book was the book that gave me the interest of reading. This book is really good, it teach kids that there is much to people than what is on the outside. Personally it gave a better understanding of zoo animals.

Nutoshu

sad and happy. i love the book to

Slueth andmyster

Based on a true story. This is a amazing read !!!! Ivan the gorilla was real . He spent 27 years in a mall, and last 10 years at a zoo till he died in 1994 .... this is for you IVAN

Bookworm__12

One of the best. This book is one of the best books Iโ€™ve ever read! Itโ€™s a roller coaster! You are happy and sad, and sometimes happy-sad... K.A. Applegate knows how to write the perfect book; she knows where to insert flashbacks, personal thoughts of the characters, and how the characters should act. Also, this is good for AR quizzing. 4pts โค๏ธ

Kitty๐Ÿฑcat

Great!. Love this book! Sad and Happy.

Human with noname

AMAZING. I have read this book at least 100 times! It is truly an amazing book and I DEFINITELY recommend!!

Persypie

Get Ready for Misty Eyes. THIS BOOK. After all of this Joe Exotic nonsense this book made my heart so happy. I legitimately teared up several times. Itโ€™s written for middle grade, but it can touch the heart of readers at any age. A story of compassion, love, and doing whatโ€™s right. All of the characters were complex and beautiful. Even Mack wasnโ€™t a villain, just a misguided person like all of us. This book doesnโ€™t shame, only enlightens.

Eericski

The One and Only Ivan. I liked this book because it had a lot of interesting things and love and happiness. And I went to the Atlanta Zoo when I was little and saw the one and only Ivan. Jackson, age 9

Ellak_33

The one and only Ivan. Personally I thought it was really boring so I would not recommend this book

Dog 800

Beyond Awesome. A great book. Has a lot of sad parts though.

User61784

Good book. The One and Only Ivan is a great book! It is packed with memorable and heart warming moments. This is a great read!

#GRLPOWER

The one and only boring. The story line was pretty boring and it did NOT get my attention + it didnโ€™t even give me any ideas before or after I read this book!

Flarbert22

LOVE IT. This book is my ALL TIME FAVORITE BOOK EVER!!!!!!! I love it so much because it actually seems like it is written by Ivan the gorilla. Such a sweet book too. I own the book, audiobook and both on my cell phone as well. Totally worth the $.

YoungGunz123456789

Good book. This book has lots of feeling and I think more people should read this book.

Snow Z Girl

The one and only Ivan. This is a really good book ๐Ÿ˜€

Abbyrmak

Good. This is a great book I I'm reading this book in my class

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The One And Only Ivan. Yes itโ€™s sad but it can also be a funny book especially Ivan but what makes it sad is that Ivan he has the saddest background out of all the characters he does loose 1 very important friend in his life but in the end it was all worth it ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜ญ๐Ÿ˜ฑ๐Ÿ˜ง

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Izzy your biggest fan. I love this book and I wrote a story about it to this helped me to treat my dog great I hope answer me love Isabella

Shnusty

The one and only Ivan. This is a really good book

Sofia revew

I love this book.๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ. So I actually love this book I am in 6th grade and my teacher read this book when I was like in 4th grade and I love it now I read 5 chapters every day ๐Ÿ™‚and I like it so far๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ ๐Ÿคฉ

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Ivan the one p. XPOX45

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#BestBookEver!. I am speechless!!!!!!๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜ I love it! You should get it now!

Lilapaige3

Lila. Great boon really enjoyed it so so much

Mollie fithian

ehh. it was good but very long for a book you can sum up easily

Jay mirsch

The one and only Ivan. This book is my favorite book now

Zqphyrr22

Cool. I decied to buy this book becuse my teacher has this book. I love this book.

Abu hi 7

Best book ever. I love this book it is so great and Ruby and Ivan are so cool Bob is boring who cares about him lol I also like how Stella dies and itโ€™s so cool that I even have a picture of a dead Stella

Canine Lover of the Woodland

Great book. I wish I could read it again!

Yhyhuhwuyu

POOP IS DYING. MEUHHHHH

Ezgelet

Great book. A beautiful book!!

Boardz20

A good book. I like it when he sees other gorillas in the zoo.

Javier saula

It is a great book to read my glad that I pick it out to read. So I think more people should read the one and only Ivan .๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

Skybird2003

THE BEST BOOK IN HISTORY. It looks very big in the benigning. But it is a great book. I love animals soo much and I loved this book so much to. I would stay up late for 2 hours reading this. Also all the reviews that are one star they definitely dint actually focus on this book. Everyone I ask if the have read this book and if they said yes they said it is a great book and I recommend this book to people that like animals and are mostly girls but boys will definitely like to I read it many times over!

Gradster_13

Amazing. I love this book! Itโ€™s a long book, but itโ€™s quick to read! Perfect for any book activity to do in school, if you donโ€™t have a lot of time left! ๐Ÿ˜

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!. We read it in class before corona virus

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MIYA147

The One and Only Ivan. Sweet and moving story about a gorilla finding a home.

Gerbil390

Amazing!. I had a book club with my class and I read the book. It was amazing. I love the character ruby and bob. This is my favourite book ever!

Caitlyn the kitty๐Ÿ˜ธ

Love it!!. This book is sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Good!!!๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜

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The one and only Ivan. Great book!!!!!!!!

Em_264_potato

The one and only Ivan. I read a sample of 33 pages and knew immediately that it was the best book I have ever red in my life. Thank you for writing this book

Gooh3007

Popular. My school has readied this

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Best book! ๐Ÿค‘. This is an awesome book! It's worth ten dollars

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BEST BOOK EVER. I loved this book it was exquisite. I recommend to read this book very highly

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Fhellbusch

The One And Only Ivan. As a teacher this award winning book creates a vision of fiction that takes you back to reality and the need to be the voice for the animals; all animals. Katherine Applegate captures the voices of many through the animals that become part of Ivanโ€™s world. This is a must read and a great book for young readers to invoke a conversation about shareing the planet Earth.

22222545667

WOW. That was an awesome book!I LOVE IT! I recommend that you should read It you'll love it

Best book ever read

Love it. It was the best book ever the pictures were well drawn

E2bleD

Amazing!. This book is so developed and so well written, I couldn't put it down, it wasn't too short or too long, and the author is an amazing writer! I give this book 5 stars for its development, characters, satisfactory, author and humor! I recommend this book to people who love animals and like a well written book.

Chuibone

Best book!. OMG! I could not put this book down. I really recommend this book for everybody.๐Ÿ˜€

Katwelsh2

The One and Only Ivan. Amazing book Could not put it down when I started to read it

MabryRae331

Get ready to cheer Ivan on.. We read this over the summer as our bedtime story. My daughter, she is 6, was captivated by the stories of Ivan, Stella, Ruby, and Bob. 300 pages with barely a picture and it kept her interested from start to finish. Not to mention, I was emotionally invested in their stories as well. The perfect book to share with people of all ages.

EL98653

I am so moved!. Im sure this is one of the best books I have ever read! The story really touched my heart. Even though Im not a native speaker of english, it was enough for me to fall in love with all these animals. Truly amazing!

Collin Leland

Never forget. This is a sad, funny, joyful, heartwarming book that I will never forget

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Heartwarming story โ˜บ๏ธ ๐Ÿ˜. I love the book but be prepared to cry I love this story!!!๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜˜ my favorite story ever!!!! ๐Ÿ†

Amelia lyon

OMG!. This book is so good. I don't even know where to start! I first found this book in my school library! It was amazing! I love this book! I wish here was a sequel for this book! You should read it! Best of wishes, amelialyon2552

Natalya Biondo

The one and only Ivan. The one and only Ivan is about a gorilla and 2 elephants one is named Stella and she is the big elephant and then there is ruby the baby elephant and then there's Ivan he is the gorilla. When Stella dies it is up to Ivan to take care of ruby and they are caged in a mall... I'm not going to say any more I will let you read to find out

Grape ape 1997

Love. I read this book this year and it is amazing. I love it because he knows that he will always know that ruby is okay.

Pitty Pat Gamer

One and only Ivan. A good book. It is a book you can share with your middle school age child. Although it is fiction, the main character is a real gorilla. The real Ivan lives at the Atlanta zoo.

Asksmsjjsj

Great book. I hate reading,BUT I've read this book more than Once and if you know me that means this is a really GREAT book!!! I appreciate Katherine Applegate for writing this. I love it!!!

Hard and Fun!!!

Sad,Cool, and AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. I don't have this book on my iPad , but I have it at home. I LOVE it so-SO much!!!!! My class has it and we read it for a read aloud. I'm only 7 years old and I'm in 2nd grade. You think a 7 year old girl doesn't get it,but I get it ( a lot)!!!

TMF59

Best Book Ever!!!. This book could not be written any better! Check it out

Lilsquirt05

Best Book Ever!!๐Ÿ˜ƒ. This book is an absolute must have book! This book is the best book I've ever read! I even got this book from Barns And Noble gosh This book is AWESOME! You should totally get it!

One of the best books i read!

the one and only Ivan. the book is a really good book about a gorilla that has his life in a cage but after that he goes to a zoo

Maddiemacks

Best book!!!!๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š. Hi I have the one and only Ivan that is not on this but I have it in an actual book and it is amazing it is super cute and is awesome if you haven't read it then you have to!!!!๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜ƒ

Klinch

One and Only Ivan. LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!!!!

#uno

So cute!. Although i didnt buy the book for iBooks. But in person i do know that the story is so cute and heart warming. I was up all night the day i bought it to keep reading. I really love the story of Ivan. A must buy for any readers out there.

Mcmmbm gamer

Mc. Such a touching story

BLUESTAR7654

Really Good. This book was really good. It had a lot of feeling in it. LOVED IT!!๐Ÿ˜œ

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Ivan. Lol my name is Ivan

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Wow. It is grand that it should be the number one hit

Jazzyrav

Wow. Always had something interesting going on.

Someperson34263

My favorite Book!!. Thank you so much this is my favorite book๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“š it's very amazing!

Bookworm 354689

A True Work of Art. The One and Only Ivan is an inspirational book about a gorilla and a baby elephant and the bond they share when forced to live in a circus mall. As told through Ivan's point of view, it shows that even a mighty Silverback gorilla can be gentle and scared. An amazing book that talks about the pressure and responsibility Ivan has to get Ruby out of the circus mall. Katherine Applegate really has blown me away with this book.

D.drew643

Great Book. I love this book. It's really interesting. It's always grasping ur attention.

Make a 2nd book!!

Great book. It's the best book I ever read! It's so funny, but a little sad. Best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

1st Bicester

The one and only Iven. I am 8 years old and When I go to school,I am reading this book in literacy and I LOVE this book but,I can't wait to see if Stella the wise old elephant dies. If she does die, I will be relay sad.enyway, the book is the BEST BOOK IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Abdullah Alhashimi

By FAR! The best Book!. This book sets an amazing plot, a sad telling story and a fast pased story, all I have to say is... A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!

Pcacciatore

Ivan. I love this book! It is sad at points I was sad it ended

Lerainbow123

The One and Only Ivan. The one and only Ivan is a funny and feel good story. In this story I love how Ivan is humorous and brave to protect Ruby. This book made me think that Ivan is thoughtful,brave, and a gorilla that won't brake a promise. I think if you read this book you'll love it the way I did.

Tag m 22

The one and only Ivan!. Great book...๐Ÿ˜Š perfect for children 9-13๐Ÿ‘Œ

Richmanagain

Great book. About very well Written and then whole book was very Interesting and it's about a Gorilla and his friends

Wrkdayrocks!!

One of the best books, not simply a children's novel. My 3rd grader and I read this together, taking turns. The descriptive text and story were so grabbing. We couldn't stop reading. Thank you Katherine.

Haynesmama

Great read for kids and adults. This has been one of our favorite books recently. It was easy enough to read that my kids to take a turn but interesting enough to keep me wanting to pick it up. I highly recommend this to kids and adults!

Purplemadisin

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Teacher perspective

Love.. Heartbreakingly beautiful in every way.

JD0038

The one and only book. This is the number one book it's amazing and I admire it it's sweet,sad,happy,I really love this book!

Edwards802

The one and ONLY Ivan. This is a great book that tells about a gorillas journey. This book gets emotional at some parts but that is what make me want to read it. I would recommend this book definitely. The one And ONLY Ivan!!!!!

Rmommy

The One and Only Ivan. Wonderful book! Certainly sad, but so are the places (including some zoos) that a poor in condition and harmful to animals.

Book_Critic_10

Best book ever!๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’š. I give this book โญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ!! This is such a heartwarming story!๐Ÿ’—๐Ÿ’—

Alex Triman

Great Book. This song made my smile when I read it.

Hannabanana21

This book is life changing. This book is an amazing example of being a good friend and never giving up. I'm only 10 and this book really touched my heart!! Poor Ivan is locked up in a cage for 27 years and then something amazing happens. Katherine Applegate really does deserve the award that she got for this!!!!!!!๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„

Davidgpeterson

Wonderful. Had no clue that this was a kids book until after I read it. Wonderful. Stands up to on its own, even for adults.

Randi Frazier

The one and only Ivan. I loved this book and I know you will to. I read it in my class room. It is an awesome book! Thank you

49ergirl007

AWESOME. I <3 this book it's sad but it gets happier

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About Author "Katherine Applegate"

Katherine Alice Applegate (born October 9, 1956), known professionally as K. A. Applegate, is an American young adult and children's fiction writer, best known as the author of the Animorphs, Remnants, and Everworld book series. She won the 2013 Newbery Medal for her 2012 children's novel The One and Only Ivan. Applegate's most popular books are science fiction, fantasy, and adventure novels. She won the Best New Children's Book Series Award in 1997 in Publishers Weekly. Her book Home of the Brave has won several awards. She also wrote a chapter book series in 2008โ€“09 called Roscoe Riley Rules. Life and career Applegate was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Since then, she has lived in Texas, Florida, California, Illinois, and North Carolina. After living in Pelago, Italy for a year, she moved back to Irvine, California. She got her start as a ghostwriter for Sweet Valley Twins. In 1997, she and her husband, Michael Grant, her co-author on many projects, including Animorphs and Everworl....

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