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Books like The One and Only Ivan
Award winning
The One and Only Bob
Applegate Katherine, Patricia Castelao, 2022
368 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, resilience, and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards others.
Supports emotional growth and personal development.
Ideal for shared reading sessions, enhancing family bonds.

The One and Only Bob
Applegate Katherine, Patricia Castelao, 2022
The Mutation
K. A. Applegate, Applegate Katherine, 2002
165 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through intriguing plot twists.
Ideal for engaging young readers in science themes.

The Mutation
K. A. Applegate, Applegate Katherine, 2002
Award winning
The One and Only Ivan Movie Tie-In Edition: My Story
Applegate Katherine, Patricia Castelao, 2020
336 pages
Why to read
Captivating narrative based on a true story.
Encourages empathy and understanding of animals.
Stimulates emotional and moral development.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

The One and Only Ivan Movie Tie-In Edition: My Story
Applegate Katherine, Patricia Castelao, 2020
Award winning
The One and Only Ruby
Applegate Katherine, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of a resourceful girl named Ruby. - Encourages creativity and resilience among young readers. - Enhances empathy through diverse and engaging characters. - Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.

The One and Only Ruby
Applegate Katherine, 2023
Home of the Brave
Applegate Katherine, 2007
256 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of resilience and adaptability.
Encourages empathy and cultural understanding.
Supports language development and comprehension.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.

Home of the Brave
Applegate Katherine, 2007
Award winning
Endling #2: The First
Applegate Katherine, Max Kostenko, 2020
416 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, courage, and survival.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives.
Stimulates curiosity about fantasy worlds and creatures.
Supports development of ethical reasoning and values.

Endling #2: The First
Applegate Katherine, Max Kostenko, 2020
Award winning
Willodeen
Applegate Katherine, Charles Santoso, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Encourages environmental awareness through engaging narrative.
Inspires empathy and compassion towards animals.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary with rich language.
Supports critical thinking through problem-solving storyline.

Willodeen
Applegate Katherine, Charles Santoso, 2021
Award winning
Crenshaw
Applegate Katherine, 2015
256 pages
Why to read
Addresses family hardships with sensitivity and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Stimulates imagination with magical realism elements.
Supports emotional development through relatable narrative.
