Description
This book is about a gorilla named Ivan who is living in a shopping mall. One day, a baby elephant named Ruby comes to the mall and Ivan realizes that he needs to find a new home for her. Ivan tells the story from his point of view, and the book has a message for readers of 9+.
Winner of the Newbery Medal 2013 Inspired by a true story, this is the beautifully written tale of how a mighty gorilla wins his freedom. A winning blend of humour and poignancy that will appeal to fans of Michael Morpurgo. Ivan is an easy-going gorilla who has spent his life performing for the crowds at the Exit 8 shopping mall. He rarely misses life in the jungle. In fact, he hardly thinks about it at all. But everything changes when a baby elephant called Ruby arrives and Ivan realises he must find a new life for them both. Told from Ivan's perspective this is a stand-out novel with a pertinent message for readers of 9+.
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