A #1 New York Times bestseller and a #1 Indie bestseller!

"Good dog Bob. Great to have a best friend."--Danny DeVito

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+!

Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. 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.

Bob, Ivan, and Ruby have touched the hearts of millions of readers, and their story isn't over yet. Catch up with these beloved friends before the star-studded film adaptation of The One and Only Ivan hits theaters in August 2020!

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. 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!"

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.

The One and Only Bob features first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).

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.

Author: Katherine Applegate
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 05/05/2020
Series: One and Only
Pages: 352
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 7.80h x 5.80w x 1.40d
ISBN: 9780062991317
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.9
Point Value: 4
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 508343 / One and Only Bob


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 04/06/2020
Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2020
Booklist 04/15/2020 pg. 72
School Library Journal 05/01/2020 pg. 53
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 05/01/2020
Horn Book Magazine 07/01/2020 pg. 131
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2020 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author
Applegate, Katherine: -

Katherine Applegate is the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author of numerous books for young readers, including The One and Only Ivan, The One and Only Bob, Crenshaw, Wishtree, the Roscoe Riley Rules chapter books series, and the Animorphs series. She lives with her husband, who writes as the author Michael Grant, and their children in California.

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