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Ivan: The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla

Ivan: The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla

Published in
2014
4.35
on Goodreads (2,964)

Description

This book tells the true story of Ivan, a captive gorilla who lived alone in a Washington mall for twenty-seven years before being moved to a zoo. Ivan's story of resilience, adaptation, and finally freedom, told with heartfelt simplicity, is both powerful and poignant.
Age
5-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
40 pages

Why to read

  • Learn about a true animal rescue story
  • Explores themes of freedom and resilience
  • Increases awareness about animal rights
  • Inspires empathy and compassion towards animals