Few generals were as beloved as Zachary Taylor. He was a rugged leader who shared in his soldiers' hardships during war. They even gave him the nickname "Old Rough and Ready." Your elementary students will learn this and more in PragerU Kids biographical book about Zachary Taylor, the hero of the Mexican-American War and the 12th President of the United States.

Created for children in 3rd through 5th grade, PragerU’s beautifully illustrated biographical books are packed with facts and fun to teach elementary students about important figures often mischaracterized or forgotten in today’s classrooms.