As we were discussing folktales in class 2 weeks ago, I happened upon a book about Johnny Appleseed. The interesting thing about this book was that the story was told by using poetry. I thought that it was an interesting way to tell the story, so I took the book home.
What a treat! Not only are the pictures lush and colorful, but the poetry says all you need to know in very few words. Here's a sample of the poetry I found:
Old Hannah Goodwin talked of him
In apple time each year
When the orchard came to harvest
And the air was crisp and clear
She'd ask children to remember
And to thank the Lord indeed
For apples sharp and apples sweet
And Johnny Appleseed.
Johnny Appleseed (1990) Lindbergh, Reeve. No City. Little, Brown & Company.
The author used such rich language to describe the travels of John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed, who was a real person. He was born in 1774 and traveled the country, sharing his Christian beliefs and bringing apples to the newly settled areas of the country.
I've already mentioned the pictures, but I'd like to do so again. This book was illustrated by Kathy Jakobsen, and the traditional flavor, minute details, and the rich colors of the paintings lend an additional treat to reading this story.
The author of this book, Reeve Lindbergh, is indeed the daughter of the famous Charles Lindbergh, and has many other books to her name, in various genre, although not necessarily for children. You can find many of her books at Amazon. While I haven't read anything else that she's wrote, I would highly recommend this book for your library, no matter what age you are.
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