Apples to Oregon is a delightful tall tale of how apple trees were first brought to the Willamette Valley. Based on a true story, this book by Deborah Hopkinson gives an exciting twist to history.
Not only is this just a fun read, it's an excellent book to add to your Oregon Trail studies, giving your students another look at what the pioneers chose to bring with them. You can even do a unit study from this book, found here.
At the end of the book, the author and the illustrator share what their favorite apples are. I like all apples and can't think of a favorite at the moment, but my favorite apple recipe is Birds'-Nest Pudding and it can be found in The Little House Cookbook. It's delicious, and I'm sure the main character in Apples to Oregon would think so too! |
Aug. 20, 2008
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Love it!
Aug. 22, 2008
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Sep. 4, 2008
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