Johnny Appleseed

Johnny Appleseed's real name was John Chapman. He was born on September 26, 1774 in Boston, MA. He made a living planting apple seeds in the Midwest. Johnny Appleseed was a very caring man. He often helped people and never wanted to see anyone hungry. He gave apple seeds and books to others, wanting them fed and reading. He was kind to animals; searching for strays as he traveled to help them and take care of them. Johnny Appleseed was also known for his unique appearance. He wore a tin pot on his head, carried a Bible (among other books), and he was always barefoot!

Here are a list of free resources that you can use in your homeschool to remember and learn about a real man who demonstrated care and compassion to others:

Activities, Printables, & Packs
Johnny Appleseed Fall Packet (1-4)
Johnny Appleseed Free Printables (K-2)
Describing Johnny Appleseed (1-4) (great for teaching adjectives!)
Johnny Appleseed Lapbook
Apple Stamps
Johnny Appleseed Unit & Printable Pack (K-4)


Books/Videos (I found all of these at our local library, try yours too!)
Johnny Appleseed: A Tall Tale
Johnny Appleseed (G. Swain)
Johnny Appleseed: The Story of a Legend (W. Moses)
John Chapman: The Man Who Was Johnny Appleseed (C. Greene)
Disney's American Legends (James Earl Jones)

Blessings, Miss Mom