Johnny Appleseed

Jr. Graphic American Legends

John Chapman is better known as Johnny Appleseed, but who was he, really? Did he really wear a pan on his head as a hat and travel the United States planting apple seeds? This unique biography explores the legend and the real man. The comic book-style illustrations help young people get a true flavor for what life might have been like for this memorable legendary figure.

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Series review: Jr. Graphic American Legends

Giving basic biographical information about each selected American legend, a timeline for the legends life, as well as glossary with selected words from the text, this series is a good starting point for youngsters who are curious about these historical figures. The entire series maintains the same comic book-style illustrations that fill each page with color, and words that are contained within the glossary are printed in bold font for easy reference.

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RL
Grades
2-3
IL
Grades
3-6
Details:
Product type:
ISBN: 978-1-4488-5224-6
Author: Andrea P. Smith
Copyright: 2012
Reading Level: Grades 2-3
Interest Level: Grades 3-6
Lexile: 510L
Dimensions: 6 1/2" x 10"