The California Gold Rush

Stories in American History

In 1848, gold was discovered in California! This exciting news spread eastward. People from all walks of life with dreams of enormous riches packed up their belongings and left their comfortable homes behind in search of the hidden treasure. Author Linda Jacobs Altman describes the development of this rugged world of the mining towns, which sparked the development of California. Altman also highlights the stories of prospectors, bandits and thrill seekers who make up the legend and the myth of the time.

RL
Grades
5-6
IL
Grades
5-12+
GRL
W
Details:
Product type:
ISBN: 978-1-4644-0023-0
Author: Linda Jacobs Altman
Copyright: 2012
Reading Level: Grades 5-6
Interest Level: Grades 5-12+
GRL: W
Lexile: 1110L
Dimensions: 6" x 9"