Johnny Appleseed - by Reeve Lindbergh (Paperback)

About the Book

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.

Book Synopsis

This stunningly illustrated classic is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the legend of Johnny Appleseed.

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. Reeve Lindbergh's rhythmic verse is the perfect read aloud to share with the whole family, while Kathy Jakobsen's lush paintings bring to life this beloved classic story.

Review Quotes

A Booklist Editor's Choice
A Redbook Children Picture Book Award Winner

* "A glorious celebration of John Chapman's life through verse and illustration."--Horn Book, starred review

* "An eye-catching book."--Booklist, starred review

* "It's a treasure."--School Library Journal, starred review

About the Author

Kathy Jakobsen is one of America's premier folk artists. Widely collected, her paintings are included in a number of permanent collections, including those of the Museum of American Folk Art and the Smithsonian. She is the author and/or artist of several books for young readers, including My New York, This Land is Your Land, and Johnny Appleseed.

Reeve Lindbergh is the author of many books, memoirs, and poems for adults and children, including several works featuring her father, world-famous aviator Charles Lindbergh. She is also involved with the Lindbergh Foundation, which seeks to improve the quality of life through a balance between technology and nature.