Johnny's Journey
What did Johnny Appleseed plant?
apple seeds
What type of apple is most common?
Red Delicious
Who traveled with Johnny?
his dog
What myth surrounds Johnny's travels?
He traveled barefoot
Where did Johnny Appleseed travel? (Name 1 place)
Ohio and Indiana
How many seeds are in an apple?
An apple typically has 5 to 10 seeds
How did Johnny help Native Americans?
Johnny shared his apple seeds with Native Americans and taught them about apple cultivation.
When is Johnny Appleseed celebrated every year?
September 26
What is a famous story about Johnny?
A famous story is how Johnny planted apple seeds across the frontier to help feed settlers.
What was Johnny's main goal?
Johnny's main goal was to spread apple trees and help people grow food.
What is the average height of an apple tree?
The average height of an apple tree is about 10 to 30 feet.
What animals did Johnny encounter?
Johnny encountered various animals, including deer and bears.
How did Johnny help the environment?
planting apple trees and caring for nature
How is Johnny depicted in art?
Johnny is often depicted wearing a tin pot as a hat and surrounded by apple trees.
What did Johnny give to settlers? (2)
apple seeds and young apple trees
What season do apples grow in?
Fall
Who were Johnny's helpers?
Johnny had friends and settlers who helped him plant seeds and spread apples.
What stories keep Johnny's memory alive?
-Children's stories about his adventures and kindness keep his memory alive.
-Celebrating every year
What do people misunderstand about Johnny?
Some people misunderstand that he was only a folk hero and not a real person; he was indeed a real man, John Chapman.
How did Johnny Appleseed become a legend?
His kindness and generosity
What is the most popular apple variety?
Gala
What was Johnny’s relationship with settlers?
Johnny had a friendly and helpful relationship with settlers, offering them seeds and guidance.
Why is Johnny important in American history? (don't say because of apples)
Johnny is important because he represents the pioneering spirit and the connection between people and nature.
What lessons can we learn from Johnny's story?
We can learn about kindness, the importance of nature, and the value of sharing and helping others.