Apples

This booklist was contributed by Appleton Public Library Childrens Services Staff, 9/08 9/09

Johnny Appleseed

Folks Call Me Appleseed John by Andrew Glass(1995)A fictionalized account describing how John Chapman was joined in the western Pennsylvania wilderness by his half-brother Nathaniel, who was unprepared for John's spartan lifestyle and unusual ways.

Johnny Appleseed by Patricia Demuth(1996)Recounts the story of the man who traveled west planting apple seeds to make the country a better place to live.

Johnny Appleseed by Gini Holland(1997)Relates the life and accomplishments of John Chapman.

Johnny Appleseed by Rosemary Benet(2001)A poem describing Johnny Appleseed's appearance and actions.

Johnny Appleseed by Jane Kurtz(2004)Who's that walking along the Ohio? It's Johnny Appleseed! He walks across the land, planting trees wherever he goes. So, everyone, clap your hands for Johnny Appleseed!

Johnny Appleseed: a Poem by Reeve Lindbergh(1990)Rhymed text and illustrations relate the life of John Chapman, whose distribution of apple seeds and trees across the Midwest made him a legend and left a legacy still enjoyed today.

Johnny Appleseed: a Tall Tale by Steven Kellogg(1998)Presents the life of John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed, describing his love of nature, his kindness to animals, and his physical fortitude.

Johnny Appleseed: My Story by David L. Harrison(2001)

Johnny Appleseed: the Story of a Legend by Will Moses(2001)

The True Tale of Johnny Appleseed by Margaret Hodges(1997)Relates the story of the man who traveled west planting apple seeds to make the country a better place to live.