Johnny Appleseed
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1988 · Est. 8 min read-aloud

Johnny Appleseed

Written & illustrated by Steven Kellogg

Part of the Tall Tales Books series

Discover the legendary adventures of Johnny Appleseed as he plants orchards and tales across America.

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48 pages· 944 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
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Journey with Johnny Appleseed, the legendary pioneer who ventured west from Massachusetts after the American Revolution. As he plants orchards and sows stories, his adventures grow into larger-than-life legends. What tales will he leave behind in the wilderness? This vibrant retelling captures the spirit of a true American hero, blending fact and folklore in a captivating picture book. Perfect for young readers, it invites you to explore the life and legacy of a man whose apple trees and stories continue to inspire. Will you follow his trail and uncover the myths he left in his wake?

From the publisher

John Chapman–better known as Johnny Appleseed–had wilderness adventures that became larger-than-life legends. Pioneering west from Massachusetts after the American Revo-lution, John cleared land and planted orchards for the settlers who followed, leaving apple trees and tall tales in his wake. In this glorious picture book retelling, Steven Kellogg brings one of America’s favorite heroes–and the stories that surrounded him–to life.

At a glance
Format
Pages
48
Words
944
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
920L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about applesBooks about gardeningBooks about frontier and pioneer lifeBooks about Colonial and Revolutionary periods
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~6
F&P level
~V
Publication
Published
September 1, 2008
First published
January 1, 1988
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688140250

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