Catch up with these beloved friends before the star-studded film adaptation of The One and Only Ivan hits theaters in August 2020! As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family.īob, Ivan, and Ruby have touched the hearts of millions of readers, and their story isn't over yet. 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.Return to the unforgettable world of the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling novel The One and Only Ivan (soon to be a major motion picture!) in this incredible sequel, starring Ivan's friend Bob!īob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. The One and Only Bob features first-person narrative author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery) and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).

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, family, and hope. Great for summer reading or anytime! A Today show pick for '25 children's books your kids and teens won't be able to put down this summer!'

One and Only Bob is an instant #1 New York Times bestseller, embraced by new and old fans of Katherine Applegate's beloved One and Only Ivan. Return to the unforgettable world of the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling novel The One and Only Ivan in this incredible sequel, starring Ivan's friend Bob! Catch up with these beloved friends before you see the star-studded film adaptation of The One and Only Ivan, now available on Disney+!īob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. Great to have a best friend.'-Danny DeVito A #1 New York Times bestseller and a #1 Indie bestseller!

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