Applegate, Katherine.

The one and only Ivan / Katherine Applegate ; illustrations by Patricia Castelao. - First paperback edition. - New York : Harper , c2012. - 319 pages, 6 unnumbered pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.

Includes extras : Author's note, The Newbery medal acceptance speech, Ivan's signature, discussion questions.

When Ivan, a gorilla who has lived for years in a down-and-out circus-themed mall, meets Ruby, a baby elephant that has been added to the mall, he decides that he must find her a better life.

Ages 8-12. Middle School.

Newbery Medal, 2013.

ISBN: 9780061992278 (paperback) 0061992275 (paperback)

LCCN: 2011010034

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Gorilla
Elephants
Friendship
Animal welfare
Circus
Circus animals

Dewey Class. No.: [Fic]