![]() The One and Only Bob is an inspiring, endearing, cheer-worthy story, but there are recollections or incidents of trauma and violence that could be troubling to sensitive readers. And in the wake of the tornado, Ivan is buried under a pile of rubble and feared dead. Bob is taken captive by an animal shelter worker with a catchpole (a tool to snare or restrain an animal). There are mentions of Ivan's former captivity and poachers killing his sister. Also important is Bob's search for his long-lost sister, who he thinks may have survived the incident that killed their littermates, when they were snatched from their mom and thrown from a truck window. Bob (a dog, who serves as narrator), Ivan (a gorilla), and baby elephant Ruby have a strong bond born in Book 1 that's a big part of this story, which involves a tornado striking the animal sanctuary where Ivan and Ruby live. ![]() ![]() Like Book 1, this one takes its vulnerable characters (and readers) through physically and mentally cruel conditions en route to a heartwarming conclusion. ![]() Parents need to know that The One and Only Bob is a continuation of the story that began with Katherine Applegate's 2013 Newbery Award recipient The One and Only Ivan. Since the narrator is a dog, there's quite a lot of discussion of poop, pee, and the important information to be gleaned from smells thereof.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Language in your kid's entertainment guide. ![]()
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