school library resources
You will find information on the gold rush in the Australian history section. The Dewey Decimal number is 994.03. Here are just a few to get you started:
1) Eureka Stockade by Alan Boardman (J 994.57031 BOA)
This is an easy-to-read picture book that describes the events that led up to the battle at Eureka Stockade. A great resource if you're doing the Eureka Stockade.
This is an easy-to-read picture book that describes the events that led up to the battle at Eureka Stockade. A great resource if you're doing the Eureka Stockade.
2) The Gold Rushes by John and Jennifer Barwick (994.031 BAR)
This book takes a look at the life of people before, during and after the gold rush. It has letters, diary entries and poems written by the people of the time. Use this book to further your search on Chinese, women and store owners during this time.
This book takes a look at the life of people before, during and after the gold rush. It has letters, diary entries and poems written by the people of the time. Use this book to further your search on Chinese, women and store owners during this time.
3) Life on the Goldfields by Melanie Guile (G 994.03 GUI)
This book is part of an excellent series on the gold rush (find The Gold Rushes, Famous People of the Gold Rush Era, and How Gold Shaped Australia.) It has information on the diggings, schools, law and order and entertainment. At the back of the book is listed reliable websites to check out.
This book is part of an excellent series on the gold rush (find The Gold Rushes, Famous People of the Gold Rush Era, and How Gold Shaped Australia.) It has information on the diggings, schools, law and order and entertainment. At the back of the book is listed reliable websites to check out.
4) Daily Life on the Goldfields by Kimberley Webber (G 994.03 WEB)
This book is one of a great series on life during the gold rush. It contains information on homes, food and the life of a typical digger. Other books in this series include the titles: Law and order, Growing up on the Goldfields and Gold fever. Remember your theme and select the book most useful for your team.
This book is one of a great series on life during the gold rush. It contains information on homes, food and the life of a typical digger. Other books in this series include the titles: Law and order, Growing up on the Goldfields and Gold fever. Remember your theme and select the book most useful for your team.