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The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree
Gail Gibbons, creator of beloved STEM picture books, presents an apple tree's changes through all four seasons, as witnessed by the child who loves it.
In bright illustrations and simple text, Arnold collects apple blossoms in spring, builds a treehouse in summer, makes apple pie and cider in the fall, and hangs strings of popcorn and berries for the birds in winter, among other seasonal activities. Includes a recipe for apple pie and a description of how an apple cider press works.
In bright illustrations and simple text, Arnold collects apple blossoms in spring, builds a treehouse in summer, makes apple pie and cider in the fall, and hangs strings of popcorn and berries for the birds in winter, among other seasonal activities. Includes a recipe for apple pie and a description of how an apple cider press works.
32 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1984
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Gail Gibbons
227 books164 followersFrom gailgibbons.com: I was born in Oak Park, Illinois, in 1944. Even as a little child, I was always busy putting books together. Sometimes I would bind them with yarn to hold the pages together. I've always loved drawing and painting. I was also a very curious child. My parents tell me that I was always asking lots and lots of questions.
Later, I went on to the University of Illinois, where I studied graphic design. Then I moved to New York City, where I got a job doing artwork for television shows. Eventually I was asked to do the artwork for a children's show. While doing that show, some of the children asked me if I had ever thought of doing children's books. My mind immediately recalled how much I enjoyed doing that type of thing when I was a child. So I put an idea for a book together and right away a publisher bought it. That book was called Willy and His Wheel Wagon. Since then, over 170 books that I have written and illustrated have been published. The type of books I write are non-fiction books. This is because I love researching so much. I get to ask lots of questions, just like when I was a kid. I also get to travel and meet lots of interesting people. While doing research for my book Nature's Green Umbrella: Tropical Rain Forests, I traveled to two islands where there are tropical rain forests, Saba and Dominica. I also had a great time writing and illustrating the book. I get a lot of pleasure from doing the type of work I do.
Later, I went on to the University of Illinois, where I studied graphic design. Then I moved to New York City, where I got a job doing artwork for television shows. Eventually I was asked to do the artwork for a children's show. While doing that show, some of the children asked me if I had ever thought of doing children's books. My mind immediately recalled how much I enjoyed doing that type of thing when I was a child. So I put an idea for a book together and right away a publisher bought it. That book was called Willy and His Wheel Wagon. Since then, over 170 books that I have written and illustrated have been published. The type of books I write are non-fiction books. This is because I love researching so much. I get to ask lots of questions, just like when I was a kid. I also get to travel and meet lots of interesting people. While doing research for my book Nature's Green Umbrella: Tropical Rain Forests, I traveled to two islands where there are tropical rain forests, Saba and Dominica. I also had a great time writing and illustrating the book. I get a lot of pleasure from doing the type of work I do.
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September 29, 2016Aiden enjoyed this more than I thought he would. I think it was the bright colors that kept his attention.
June 5, 2018
I feel like this picture book expanded my mind a little, with all the ways a boy can love and use an apple tree. I adored reading this to my son! He liked it too.
March 6, 2012
This book is the story of a boy named Arnold and his apple tree. The book takes us on a trip through the seasons and how Arnold's apple tree changes and adapts to each season. It starts in the spring then shows how the tree progresses into the summer then the fall and into the winter.
This book was an easy read but for young readers it presented information about the seasons in a way that was accurate and authentic. It was very factual in the way that it documented each of the seasons and the various changes that Arnold's apple tree has. The information was presented in a very organized way. The author wrote the book in the order of the seasons and that would help younger readers to learn the seasons. The format of the book is appealing. The pictures while simple help the reader to connect the words on the page to the seasons. The writing style is clear in this story and I feel that the author has a true passion for the topic.
I enjoyed reading this book. It was a quick read, but I enjoyed every page and picture. I feel that this book relates to my life because every day, I am reminded of the seasons especially living in a state that the seasons change by the day. I feel that this book would be valuable with young readers because it could teach them about the seasons and how it affects everything not just the weather outside, but how plants and living things are affected by the changes. The pictures in this book would help readers with word processing issues understand what is going on in the story without necessarily having to read the words on the page.
This book was an easy read but for young readers it presented information about the seasons in a way that was accurate and authentic. It was very factual in the way that it documented each of the seasons and the various changes that Arnold's apple tree has. The information was presented in a very organized way. The author wrote the book in the order of the seasons and that would help younger readers to learn the seasons. The format of the book is appealing. The pictures while simple help the reader to connect the words on the page to the seasons. The writing style is clear in this story and I feel that the author has a true passion for the topic.
I enjoyed reading this book. It was a quick read, but I enjoyed every page and picture. I feel that this book relates to my life because every day, I am reminded of the seasons especially living in a state that the seasons change by the day. I feel that this book would be valuable with young readers because it could teach them about the seasons and how it affects everything not just the weather outside, but how plants and living things are affected by the changes. The pictures in this book would help readers with word processing issues understand what is going on in the story without necessarily having to read the words on the page.
September 27, 2017
The Seasons of Arnold’s Apple Tree
Written & Illustrated by: Gail Gibbons
Ages: 3-8
US Grades: Preschool- Grade 3
Lexile Measure: 580
The Seasons of Arnold’s Apple Tree is another inspiring nonfiction book about the life cycle of apples. This book also does a phenomenal job of describing the different seasons through illustrations and descriptions.
Younger children can predict what season it is based on the pictures. Allow them to explain why they think it is x season. Another wonderful addition to an apple unit!
*Please visit my blog for Math & Science activities for Pre-K-5 7 Amazing Apple Books.
Written & Illustrated by: Gail Gibbons
Ages: 3-8
US Grades: Preschool- Grade 3
Lexile Measure: 580
The Seasons of Arnold’s Apple Tree is another inspiring nonfiction book about the life cycle of apples. This book also does a phenomenal job of describing the different seasons through illustrations and descriptions.
Younger children can predict what season it is based on the pictures. Allow them to explain why they think it is x season. Another wonderful addition to an apple unit!
*Please visit my blog for Math & Science activities for Pre-K-5 7 Amazing Apple Books.
September 21, 2017
This book can be used to teach students about the different seasons. It was easy to read and had great illustrations. After reading the book, students then can create their own trees for the different seasons.
April 17, 2012
Gail Gibbons book The Seasons Of Arnold's Apple Tree is about a boy named Arnold and a special apple tree he develops a friendship with. The story follows Arnold and tree through the seasons.
This book conveys accurate facts about the changes trees go through during different season. For instance, in the fall, the green leaves turned gold and drifted to the ground. The information is presented in an organized way. Each season is presented in order, and separately. Before moving to the next season, the author introduces various activities that Arnold partakes in with the tree. These activities share insight of how nature is effected by the seasons. The format is appealing and easily understandable for children. Each page has text and a relative picture. The format is not overwhelming and enhances the content of the book. Each page is laid out like the previous. The writing style conveys the facts clearly and in an interesting manor. Rather then listing facts, they are written in an intriguing way through the relationship with Arnold.
This book would fit well in a classroom for obvious reasons. When introducing season, or nature this book would be an exciting way to introduce facts through events that can be related to real life. It is a good read, and full of useful information.
This book conveys accurate facts about the changes trees go through during different season. For instance, in the fall, the green leaves turned gold and drifted to the ground. The information is presented in an organized way. Each season is presented in order, and separately. Before moving to the next season, the author introduces various activities that Arnold partakes in with the tree. These activities share insight of how nature is effected by the seasons. The format is appealing and easily understandable for children. Each page has text and a relative picture. The format is not overwhelming and enhances the content of the book. Each page is laid out like the previous. The writing style conveys the facts clearly and in an interesting manor. Rather then listing facts, they are written in an intriguing way through the relationship with Arnold.
This book would fit well in a classroom for obvious reasons. When introducing season, or nature this book would be an exciting way to introduce facts through events that can be related to real life. It is a good read, and full of useful information.
April 23, 2012
SUMMARY: The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree by Gail Gibbons is about the four seasons, based around a boy, Arnold, and his apple tree. Each page has some kind of information other than the season, from an apple pie recipe to pictures of the apple blossoms.
CRITIQUE: The book is authentic because the information is presented in a unique way, while still helping the reader to understand what exactly is being explained, and in this case, it is explaining what happens in nature during each season. All of the information is organized, each season separated from the next and the previous. The format and design are incredibly appealing because the illustrations are fun and colorful, and the information other than the seasons is written in a style that allows children to use and try new skills, like baking an apple pie. The author is obviously enthusiastic about the topic, illustrating Arnold in different poses with the tree.
RESPONSE: This was a cute book. It would be perfect in a kindergarten/first grade classroom, when children begin to explore the outside world and ask questions about the different seasons. This book would keep them interested, while at the same time teaching them information that they can use their entire lives.
CRITIQUE: The book is authentic because the information is presented in a unique way, while still helping the reader to understand what exactly is being explained, and in this case, it is explaining what happens in nature during each season. All of the information is organized, each season separated from the next and the previous. The format and design are incredibly appealing because the illustrations are fun and colorful, and the information other than the seasons is written in a style that allows children to use and try new skills, like baking an apple pie. The author is obviously enthusiastic about the topic, illustrating Arnold in different poses with the tree.
RESPONSE: This was a cute book. It would be perfect in a kindergarten/first grade classroom, when children begin to explore the outside world and ask questions about the different seasons. This book would keep them interested, while at the same time teaching them information that they can use their entire lives.
November 22, 2014
NY, Harcourt, 1984
This book about seasons is another great one by Gail Gibbons. The seasons are clearly explained through the explorations of the boy Arnold. I would have fun using this for kindergarten and first grade as a literacy addition in teaching about the changing seasons. The bold illustrations show Arnold having fun with the tree as it changes throughout the year. It has great visuals showing what happens as nature changes; I would have students point out what they notice as I read. It could be used in a science/art project as a lead in to students creating a sequential seasonal picture. The character is very creative in his use of the tree during the seasons; I would have students share and compare to their own lives during the seasons.
This book about seasons is another great one by Gail Gibbons. The seasons are clearly explained through the explorations of the boy Arnold. I would have fun using this for kindergarten and first grade as a literacy addition in teaching about the changing seasons. The bold illustrations show Arnold having fun with the tree as it changes throughout the year. It has great visuals showing what happens as nature changes; I would have students point out what they notice as I read. It could be used in a science/art project as a lead in to students creating a sequential seasonal picture. The character is very creative in his use of the tree during the seasons; I would have students share and compare to their own lives during the seasons.
November 25, 2014
This informational book provides the reader with a story of Arnold and his apple tree. What happens to the tree in winter, spring, summer and fall? Arnold does many things with this tree using the apples, the tree itself, and the blossoms. Arnold's tree is his comfort.
Gibbons brings the reader into a story of the cycle an apple tree goes through while also telling the reader a story of what Arnold does with his tree. This is a chronological narrative, through the cycles of an apple tree, as well as a circular narrative bring the reader back to the season the book started in. The illustrations are vibrant and cartoon like, the words and and illustrations enhance the interactions throughout the book.
Gibbons brings the reader into a story of the cycle an apple tree goes through while also telling the reader a story of what Arnold does with his tree. This is a chronological narrative, through the cycles of an apple tree, as well as a circular narrative bring the reader back to the season the book started in. The illustrations are vibrant and cartoon like, the words and and illustrations enhance the interactions throughout the book.
February 27, 2009
Author/ Illustrator: Gail Gibbons
Genre: Fiction Picture Book
Publication Info: Voyager Books: 1988
Reading Level: early
Topic/Theme: seasons
Issues Addressed: Arnold and his family are the only characters and they are Caucasian.
Classroom Uses: Read Aloud, Individual Reading, paired reading
Summary: This is a cute book about a boy and his apple tree. Arnold's uses for his apple tree change with every season. The book effectively shows the change of seasons and gives educational information without boring the reader.
Text and image: The images directly support the text. Every page has an image to correlate with the text on that page.
Genre: Fiction Picture Book
Publication Info: Voyager Books: 1988
Reading Level: early
Topic/Theme: seasons
Issues Addressed: Arnold and his family are the only characters and they are Caucasian.
Classroom Uses: Read Aloud, Individual Reading, paired reading
Summary: This is a cute book about a boy and his apple tree. Arnold's uses for his apple tree change with every season. The book effectively shows the change of seasons and gives educational information without boring the reader.
Text and image: The images directly support the text. Every page has an image to correlate with the text on that page.
April 14, 2015
I just picked this up via an online sale. I'm always looking for great kids picture books that relate to a science topic. This is a lovely story about Arnold and his apple tree. And what he does each season with his apple tree. Watching bees in the blossoms , making a tree hut and eating the unripe apples, picking the ripe apples and making pie and cider, decorating apples for Halloween, setting up food for the birds in winter and coming back in the spring to start it all again. Lovely pictures and snippets of facts and recipes throughout the books. A great find.
November 28, 2011
Arnold's apple tree goes through the four seasons of the year.
This book was very imformational. It describes the different things Arnold does to his apple tree in each season. You can do a lot of activities with children using this book. For example, you could have the students draw what they think the tree would look like during each season. You could use it to talk about the seasons as well and how all tree react to the changing of seasons.
This book was very imformational. It describes the different things Arnold does to his apple tree in each season. You can do a lot of activities with children using this book. For example, you could have the students draw what they think the tree would look like during each season. You could use it to talk about the seasons as well and how all tree react to the changing of seasons.
April 8, 2012
This book tell's the story of a young boy, Arnold, and his apple tree. It shows what happens to the apple tree when the season's change and how they use the apples from the tree. This book is good for explaining how season's change to children. It is good that children get to see how the season's change through the apple tree. You can also talk about what type of cloth Arnold wears during the different seasons.
April 19, 2012
The Seasons' of Arnold's Apple Tree by Gail Gibbons is a cute story that talks about a boy and his favorite apple tree and the things he does with the apple tree throughout the year. This book will teach young students about the seasons, and the different characteristics of each season. I would use this book in grades K-1st grade.
April 10, 2010
This book was very imformational. It describes the different things Arnold does to his aplle tree in each season. You can do a lot of activities with children using this book. When I read it to the class, the student's drew pictures of how the tree would look and things they do during each season.
March 15, 2012
I loved this book. Its a great book to read when teaching the seasons. I love how it had little side information, like facts on how to make apple cider and apple pie. This book is very imformational and very realistic. I loved the illustrations and would like to have this book in my own classroom.
July 6, 2012
I like to bring this out at the beginning of the school year, when they talk about apples in class.
But the boys pull it out periodically. It's fun to talk about which season we're in when we read it.
But the boys pull it out periodically. It's fun to talk about which season we're in when we read it.
October 4, 2012
This is a colorful book depicting each of the four seasons through an apple tree. It gives children a glimpse of what each season looks like as well as activities and holidays that occur during each season. Great for younger elementary students and learning about the seasons and/or weather!
November 5, 2013
I had never read a book by Gail Gibbons, but I really enjoyed this and I do plan on getting some of these books for my class room. They are simple text, but have everything a good book should have for nonfiction literature.
November 29, 2016
This was a very sweet book! I loved reading it to my kindergartners, because it taught them the seasons of the year. It also taught them the stages an apple tree goes through. I enjoy that this book could be read to students any time of the year!
October 23, 2017
I liked the seasons of the tree and explaining the cycles of the tree. I really liked how Arnold made his own tree house... but, and I know this is a bit ridiculous; I just didn't like the shape of the apple tree. It bugged me. That's it!
September 17, 2018
This story was a about a boy named Arnold and his apple tree. The book goes through all the seasons and what particularly happens during these seasons to the tree. This would be a good tool for students to learn about season change and what occurs in each one.
October 13, 2009
descriptions about how to make a pie and juice apples were helpful and fun
March 28, 2010
This book can be used to teach seasons or trees. However, I was not a fan of the illustrations or the wording, I found it rather boring but it does it's job.
May 1, 2011
I like to bring this out at the beginning of the school year, when they talk about apples in class.
March 6, 2012
This is pretty retro, but Marzieh loves it.
April 10, 2012
This is a good science literature book to teach children about the four seasons. It shows differences in the trees and it is a very good book to read.
April 13, 2012
This book can be used in K-1 grade classrooms on lessons about seasons and weather changes. This book can be used for the Engage section of a 5 E's lesson plan
June 18, 2012
Informational, seasons, used in the beginning of the year or with a plant unit
October 10, 2012
This book was pretty good.
I read this to my class when we talked about apples. It was a nice book that talked about trees and seasons. Nothing super special, but it worked for me!
I read this to my class when we talked about apples. It was a nice book that talked about trees and seasons. Nothing super special, but it worked for me!
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