The Old Schoolhouse Magazine's office is located right in the
heart of the California Gold Country. The gold discovery site,
Sutter's Fort, local mines, and museums have made this an avid
interest for our family. Robynne Eagan's 32 page unit, Gold
Rush, is filled with activities, background information, and
discussion questions. Written for grades 1-4, it is an excellent
source for facts and creative, hands-on learning. Beginning with
basic information about gold and its value in ancient cultures,
the unit continues with two gold rushes - California and the
Yukon. This is a little booklet packed with information and one
that makes gold rush history come alive. As Robynne says in her
introduction, "Pull on your boots, grab your gold pan and wade
into a world of discovery!" What are you waiting for?