Who Was Johnny Appleseed?
The perfect biography to bite into at the start of a new school year! Children are sure to be fascinated by the eccentric and legendary Johnny Appleseed, a man who is best known for bringing apple trees to the Midwest. Over John Chapman's lifetime, he saw the country grow and start to spread westward. Traveling alone, in bare feet and sporting a pot on his head, Johnny left his own special mark planting orchards that helped nourish new communities. Explore his journeys and adventures in this captivating biography with a hundred black-and-white illustrations.
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The ideal biography to delve into at the beginning of a new school year! Kids are bound to be captivated by the unique and renowned Johnny Appleseed, a man famous for introducing apple trees to the midwest. Throughout John Chapman's life, he witnessed the nation expanding and moving westward. Traveling solo, barefoot, and donning a pot on his head, Johnny made a lasting impact by planting orchards that served as a source of sustenance for emerging communities. His expeditions and escapades are depicted in a hundred black-and-white illustrations.
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Grade: Grade 3-Grade 7
Brand: Grosset & Dunlap
Publisher Date: 04/12/2013
Author: Joan Holub
Dimensions: 7.64 x 5.32 x 0.25
UPC: 9780448439686
Ages: 8-12
Pages: 112
