Trailblazers Books
NEW Book Series for Kids: Trailblazers of America
Designed for young readers, Trailblazers of America is an action-packed book series from PragerU Kids that brings America’s legendary pioneers to life. Through dramatic stories perfect for a family read-aloud and bonus content like maps, timelines, and hands-on activities, your kids will uncover the courage, curiosity, and resilience that fueled westward expansion and shaped the American spirit while learning key history, social studies, and geography.
"Many heroic actions and chivalrous adventures are related to me which exist only in the regions of fancy... With me, the world has taken great liberties, and yet I have been but a common man." —Daniel Boone
Meet Epic American Heroes
Meet the epic American heroes Daniel Boone, Johnny Appleseed, Lewis & Clark, Davy Crockett, John C. Frémont, John Sutter, and Bass Reeves, and learn their stories of taking on the western frontier in these seven biographical books for young readers.
Maps, Field Guides, and More!
Filled with detailed maps, field guides, writing prompts, and academic glossaries, the Trailblazers of America books immerse your kids in the spirit of westward expansion and American history while providing fun, hands-on learning activities.
Special Hardcover Edition
Get all 7 Trailblazers books in one with this special hardcover edition, Trailblazers of America: Heroes of the Frontier. With over 200 pages of detailed maps, field guides, writing prompts, and academic glossaries, your kids will be immersed in the spirit of westward expansion and American history in one beautifully printed book.
Lesson Plans & Worksheets
Download our free, ready-to-use lesson plans & worksheets to use alongside the Trailblazers books and build students’ reading comprehension, critical thinking, and love for history.
