Hillsdale College

The True Tale of Johnny Appleseed

Written by Margaret Hodges
Illustrated by Kimberly Bulcken Root

Grade:
K-3
ISBN-13:
978-0823415090
Publisher:
Holiday House (1997)
VirtuesLives of Virtue

This unique story tells of a man filled with hope in the good and beautiful things of the world. Johnny Appleseed travels west, spreading apple seeds as he goes, with the hope of helping westward settlers. He perseveres through hardships in the pursuit of something good that is much bigger than himself. This wonderful retelling is illustrated with beautiful watercolors.

Associated Virtues

Generosity

Magnanimity

Perseverance

Steadfastness

Lives of Virtue

John Chapman (Johnny Appleseed)John Chapman earned his moniker "Johnny Appleseed" because of his dedication to planting apple trees and selling seeds and saplings to pioneers. An eccentric and nomadic figure, Johnny stood apart from the usual frontiersman. However, he became an American hero through his generosity and kindness, which was remembered by all who knew him.