Johnny Appleseed
Sale price
$574
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2001 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Johnny Appleseed

Written by David L. Harrison · Illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka

Discover the myths and truths of a legendary apple planter's journey.

3.9 Goodreads · 170 ratings
48 pages· 876 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud· 490L
$5.99Save 4%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Join Johnny Appleseed as he captivates young listeners with tales of his adventures planting apple orchards across the frontier. Through his folksy storytelling, uncover the blend of myth and reality that shaped his legendary life. What truths lie behind the stories, and how did his journey begin? Dive into a world where history and folklore intertwine, revealing the heart of a true American legend.

From the publisher

Johnny Appleseed was an important historical figure, well known for planting apple orchards across the new frontier. But he was also a master storyteller! In his own folksy voice, Johnny Appleseed tells his story to a couple of entranced children in this fictionalized Step 2 title. Readers learn how he started planting apple trees–and about some of the myths and true stories of his life.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
876
Reading age
4–6
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
490L
Themes & topics
The author

More from David L. Harrison

Explore David's bookshelf
The illustrator

More from Mike Wohnoutka

Explore Mike's bookshelf
Moo!
Sale price
$1899

Moo!

Ages 3–6 · 2013
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books
Summer
Sale price
$899

Summer

Ages 4–6 · 1963
The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.4
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
57572
Publication
Published
September 25, 2001
First published
January 1, 2001
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375812477
LCCN
2002013224
OCLC
50598653

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.