
Johnny Appleseed
Written by Stephen Benet
Rosemary Benet
Illustrated by S. D. Schindler
- Grade:
- K-2
- ISBN-13:
- 978-0689829758
- Publisher:
- Margaret K. McElderry (2001)
This rhyming verse biography of Johnny Appleseed shares a brief history of the well known John Chapman and is accompanied by beautiful colored pencil illustrations. The engaging rhythm of the poem carries the reader along through Johnny’s travels across the midwest and his dedication and love of nature. A man of humble means, Johnny Appleseed spent his time persevering through hardship in order to provide something beautiful and good. This lovely picture book is a wonderful way to introduce the story of Johnny Appleseed, and it would serve as a suitable companion to more substantial biographical works.