Books About Trailblazers

The Best Trailblazers Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about trailblazers? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Trailblazers

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2
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$3325
Chapter Book · Ages 5–10 · 2017

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2

Discover 100 tales of extraordinary women who changed history, from queens to modern icons.

212 pages· 29,067 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 11,938 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Embark on a journey with "Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2," where 100 tales of remarkable women, from Nefertiti to Beyoncé, unfold like enchanting fairy tales. Each story transforms a biography into a captivating narrative, sparking curiosity and inspiration. With vibrant illustrations by leading female artists, this collection celebrates the power and potential of women throughout history. Will these stories ignite the dreams of the next generation of trailblazers?
Great Minds of Science
Graphic Nov.
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Great Minds of Science

By Tonya Bolden, David Wilkerson (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Black Lives series

Discover the untold stories of Black scientists who defied odds to change the world.

128 pages· 12,609 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 35 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Meet Matilda Evans, Archie Alexander, Gladys West, and Ayana Elizabeth Johnson—pioneering Black scientists who overcame immense challenges to make groundbreaking contributions. This graphic novel series unveils their inspiring journeys, sparking curiosity and celebrating their enduring legacies. How did they rise to the top against all odds?
Jackie Robinson
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$470
Chapter Book · Ages 6–6 · 2001

Jackie Robinson

A trailblazer breaks baseball's color barrier, facing immense challenges.

32 pages· 351 words· Est. 6 min read
4.1 Goodreads · 39 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1947, a groundbreaking athlete shatters baseball's color barrier, becoming the first African American in the major leagues. Discover his journey through adversity and triumph, both on and off the field.