The Legend of Johnny Appleseed

Though Johnny Appleseed is a folk hero, he was also a real person—John Chapman. Chapman’s life became legendary as he planted apple trees across the Midwest of the United States in the 1800s. In this entertaining volume, readers will learn about an extraordinary man and his love of nature as well as the parts of the legend that probably aren’t true. Historic images and fun fact boxes add to the appealing content.