# Pioneers by KIDS DISCOVER

> Interactive educational app about westward expansion for elementary and middle school students. (iPhone/iPad app by KIDS DISCOVER.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pioneers-by-kids-discover/id937276972 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KIDS DISCOVER](https://appshunter.io/developer/554188503)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 311 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pioneers-by-kids-discover/id937276972/reviews.md

## What is Pioneers by KIDS DISCOVER?

The story of westward expansion comes to life, with vivid recounts of the hardships and dangers the settlers faced, an interactive look inside a typical wagon, and maps demonstrating the Oregon Trail and the Great Plains.

Reading Level: Upper Elementary and Middle School

In this app, you'll learn about:
• What Makes Someone a Pioneer
• Early Pioneers
• Pioneers Move West
• On the Trail
• Sodbusters of the Great Plains
• Farming the Plains
• Time for Fun

Features Include:
• Interactive 3-D models
 
• High-definition video and audio
 
• Hi-res photographs, cartoons, and animations
 
• Easy-to-read, accessible writing
 
• Quizzes, puzzles, and other fun games
 
• Plus…optimized for the iPad Retina display

KIDS DISCOVER has been creating award-winning content for kids for over 20 years. KIDS DISCOVER apps are always AD-FREE.

Other great apps from KIDS DISCOVER include:
• American Revolution
• Ancient China
• Ancient Egypt
• Ancient Greece
• Atoms
• Cells
• Civil War
• Constitution
• Ecology
• Energy
• Extreme Weather
• Galaxies (FREE)
• Geography
• Geology
• Incas
• Matter
• Plants
• Roman Empire
• Space
• Washington D.C.
• Simple Machines
• and More!

To learn more about us and our mission to inspire kids, feed their natural curiosity, and instill a love of reading and learning, please visit us at www.kidsdiscover.com.

## Key features

- Interactive 3-D models
- High-definition video and audio
- Hi-res photographs, cartoons, and animations
- Quizzes, puzzles, and games
- Accessible writing style
- Oregon Trail and Great Plains maps

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pioneers-by-kids-discover/id937276972/reviews.md

### 2/5 — It’s just a book online, no narration

*2017-11-29, version 3.0*

Useless for students who aren’t totally fluent readers. I contacted the developers. They have no intention of adding a read aloud function, which means this series is completely inaccessible to children with Dyslexia. Ever heard of the ADA?

### 5/5 — Pioneers

*2014-11-20, version 1.0*

Full of great details. You really get the flavor of life as a pioneer. The covered wagon film clip and illustrations are superb.     
Kelly Stars

### 5/5 — Fascinating look at western expansion

*2014-11-19, version 1.0*

A great "nuts and bolts" look at how we went West. This app takes you along on wagon trains with videos, photos and interactive charts. A look at real pioneers and the way they lived, and the different reasons people chose to go West. A fascinating excursion on this app.

### 5/5 — Great App!

*2014-11-18, version 1.0*

Great interactives bring a tough topic to life, my kids got right into this one and were drawn in by the visuals, but stayed engaged with the playful and informative writing.

### 5/5 — Good intro to westward expansion

*2014-11-14, version 1.0*

The animations of early settler houses and wagons were pretty cool, helped paint the story of this time period. There is a lot of info in this app, good for American history unit.

## Frequently asked questions about Pioneers by KIDS DISCOVER

### What is the reading level for Pioneers?

Pioneers is designed for upper elementary and middle school students. The content is presented with easy-to-read, accessible writing to ensure comprehension for this age group.

### What topics does Pioneers cover?

Pioneers covers what makes someone a pioneer, early pioneers, their journey west, life on the trail, sodbusters of the Great Plains, and farming the plains. It also includes a section on 'Time for Fun'.

### Does Pioneers have ads?

No, Pioneers is an AD-FREE app. KIDS DISCOVER has been creating award-winning content for kids for over 20 years, and their apps are always free of advertisements.

### What kind of interactive features are in Pioneers?

Pioneers includes interactive 3-D models, high-definition video and audio, hi-res photographs, cartoons, and animations. It also features quizzes, puzzles, and other fun games to enhance learning.

### What devices is Pioneers optimized for?

Pioneers is optimized for the iPad Retina display and is supported on iPads. It was released on November 13, 2014, and its latest version is 3.0, last updated on July 6, 2017.

### How does Pioneers compare to other KIDS DISCOVER apps?

Pioneers is one of many educational apps from KIDS DISCOVER, which include topics like the American Revolution, Ancient China, and Space. All KIDS DISCOVER apps aim to inspire curiosity and a love of reading and learning.

### What is the price of Pioneers?

Pioneers is available for $3.99. It is a paid application with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What is the age rating for Pioneers?

Pioneers has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged four and older, aligning with its educational focus for elementary and middle school students.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.0 — 2017-07-06

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated for new iOS and new devices.

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