There are so many reasons that The One and Only Ivan is one of my all time favorite books. Originally, I read this award winner because it was on the Rebecca Caudill list. This realistic fiction book is based loosely on a real gorilla named Ivan who spent most of his life in a tiny mall zoo entertaining shoppers. What makes this book unique is that it is told from the perspective of Ivan-the gorilla. Yes he talks, and so do his animal friends in the mall zoo. Have you ever wondered what animals in the zoo might say if they could talk back to you? I certainly have and this book's originality and creativity do not disappoint. Get some kleenex ready as this is one sad story, but you will be cheering for Ivan and his elephant pals by the end of the plot line. A quick and beautifully written story; chock full of figurative language, is simply perfect to read in middle school. Check it out today!
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
The One and Only Ivan
There are so many reasons that The One and Only Ivan is one of my all time favorite books. Originally, I read this award winner because it was on the Rebecca Caudill list. This realistic fiction book is based loosely on a real gorilla named Ivan who spent most of his life in a tiny mall zoo entertaining shoppers. What makes this book unique is that it is told from the perspective of Ivan-the gorilla. Yes he talks, and so do his animal friends in the mall zoo. Have you ever wondered what animals in the zoo might say if they could talk back to you? I certainly have and this book's originality and creativity do not disappoint. Get some kleenex ready as this is one sad story, but you will be cheering for Ivan and his elephant pals by the end of the plot line. A quick and beautifully written story; chock full of figurative language, is simply perfect to read in middle school. Check it out today!
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