Do you like apples? Early fluent readers join Johnny Appleseed in the Northwest Territory of the United States in the early 1800s. Read along as he travels across unsettled territory planting apple seeds for incoming American settlers and cements his status as a folk hero. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive and educational reading experience.
Children can learn more about Johnny Appleseed using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. This book also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a glossary, an index, a table of contents, a snapshot of Johnny Appleseed's folk hero status, and a map showing the Northwest Territory.
Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun narrative fiction for emerging readers. Johnny Appleseed is part of Jump!'s Folk Legends series. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Folk Legends introduces early fluent readers to famous folk heroes and tall tales. In these fun and engaging stories, readers will learn about different folk heroes, see some of their most notable adventures, and learn about the historical and cultural traditions that created these stories. Bright, fun illustrations match the storylines to enhance imagination, and tightly controlled text helps children enhance reading skills while learning about fun and exciting folk heroes.
Titles include tools for teachers and caregivers, a table of contents, and a glossary to reinforce new vocabulary. Additional features include a snapshot of the folk hero's abilities and a map showing where the stories come from or took place.
