The One and Only Series 4 Book Set By Katherine Applegate Including Ivan Bob Ruby Family

Bring home a beloved children's series with The One and Only Series 4 Books Collection Set by Katherine Applegate — a heartfelt boxed set for readers aged 9+ and up who love animal-led adventures, lyrical storytelling, and gentle life lessons. Perfect for parents, teachers, and gift buyers, this paperback collection gathers four touching novels from the Newbery Medal–winning author behind the hit Disney+ movie adaptation, offering comfort, courage, and laughter in one package.

Titles in this Set: One and Only Ivan; The One and Only Bob; The One and Only Ruby; The One and Only Family

Condition: BRAND NEW

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9780008737641

Each book in this children’s series stands on its own while also weaving into a larger narrative about friendship, resilience, and what it means to be family. Katherine Applegate, an award-winning and bestselling author, writes with economy and empathy—her work trusted by parents, teachers, and librarians alike.

What’s inside each story

One and Only Ivan — Winner of the Newbery Medal 2013. Told from Ivan’s perspective, this beautifully written, poignant tale follows a gorilla who has spent his life performing at a shopping mall and must decide what kind of life he wants when a baby elephant named Ruby arrives. Inspired by a true story, this novel balances humor and heart and launched the series' worldwide acclaim.

The One and Only Bob — A sequel that follows Ivan’s canine friend Bob on a brave journey to find his long-lost sister. With Ivan and Ruby beside him, Bob faces a hurricane and discovers courage, loyalty, and the deeper meaning of family. This continuation expands the emotional scope of the collection while remaining accessible and uplifting.

The One and Only Ruby — Set months after Bob’s adventure, Ruby’s story unfolds in vivid verse as she remembers the African savannah and her early life before the circus. Tender, humorous, and reflective, this installment deepens readers’ understanding of memory and healing.

The One and Only Family — New for 2024, the concluding volume finds Ivan and Kinyani welcoming twins and navigating parenthood in the sanctuary. This warm and satisfying finale returns to themes of belonging and the circle of life, making it a comforting read for families and classrooms.

• Perfect for: Bedtime reading, school reading groups, classroom libraries, and gift-giving
• Features: Paperback editions for easy handling and sharing
• Awards & recognition: Newbery Medal winner; adapted into a major Disney+ motion picture
• Author authority: From Katherine Applegate, a bestselling and critically acclaimed children’s author

This collection is more than a book set — it’s a timeless keepsake that encourages empathy, sparks conversations about care and conservation, and creates memorable shared reading moments. Ideal as a thoughtful gift or a classroom addition, The One and Only Series 4 Books Collection Set invites young readers into a compassionate world they’ll return to again and again.