Book details
Johnny Appleseed: My Story (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3)
Description
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.
Age
5-8
Text complexity
developing
Length
48 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides an engaging way for children to learn about the life of Johnny Appleseed, an important figure in American folklore, and the history of apple cultivation in the United States.
- Reading Skills Development: As a Step-Into-Reading, Step 3 book, it is specifically designed to help young readers develop their reading skills with its controlled vocabulary, simple sentences, and engaging content.
- Moral Lessons: The story of Johnny Appleseed offers moral lessons about generosity, conservation, and the importance of planting seeds both literally and metaphorically for future generations.
- Cultural Significance: Understanding the story of Johnny Appleseed gives readers insight into American cultural heritage and the values of frontier life, such as self-sufficiency, exploration, and respect for nature.