Jonathan Chapman, also known as Johnny Appleseed, is credited with introducing apple seeds throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, and Indiana. While many of the stories about his life and travels are the stuff of American legends, his contribution to the nation’s landscape is evident when the apple harvest begins. Introduce your students to Johnny Appleseed with…
5 Johnny Appleseed Day Resources for Teachers
Johnny Appleseed Day is quickly approaching on September 26th. While this holiday is seldom given to much fanfare, it is a great opportunity to teach students about the history of apple orchards and incorporate some apple theme lessons into your teaching. To save you time in your lesson planning, we have compiled a list of…