We’ve been having so much fun in the library celebrating Johnny Appleseed’s birthday—also known as John Chapman! This is one of my favorite little traditions with our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade students.
It’s the perfect time to bring out our folklore books and talk about what that genre means. The kids love hearing the tall tales and learning what’s real and what’s legend. We also tie in a mini science lesson by talking about the apple life cycle, which fits perfectly with the theme.
To celebrate, each student gets to color their very own Johnny Appleseed crown! I have a crown template in my TPT store that includes both an outline version for coloring and a pre-colored version if you need something quick and easy. It’s such a fun and simple way to wrap up a folklore lesson or an apple unit.
If you’re looking for Johnny Appleseed Day activities that mix reading, science, and a bit of craft fun, this is a great one to try!
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