DK Super History California Gold Rush

Author DK
Paperback
$8.99 US
| $12.50 CAN
On sale Sep 09, 2025 | 48 Pages | 9798217125555
Age 7-11 years | Grades 2-6
Discover the excitement, chaos, and tragedies of the gold rush that transformed California in the 1800s, as people from around the world flocked to the state in search of riches.


Aligned with The Science of Reading, Common Core Standards, and key U.S. curricula, this book is the perfect support in learning all about the history of the California Gold Rush.

Part of the immersive new DK Super History series, this informative and inclusive book offers young learners the full picture about a key moment in history. It takes a 360-degree look at the California Gold Rush, exploring the background and context, key people, the events themselves, and the influence they had on history. The main narrative is supported by different perspectives, primary and secondary sources, infographics, and an engaging graphic novel style story.

With specially designed spreads that build skills in historical inquiry and interpretation and make complex events accessible to children, DK Super History: California Gold Rush is the ideal companion to history curricula. Transform learning with DK Super History, where history comes to life on each page and fosters a love of discovery and understanding.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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Discover the excitement, chaos, and tragedies of the gold rush that transformed California in the 1800s, as people from around the world flocked to the state in search of riches.


Aligned with The Science of Reading, Common Core Standards, and key U.S. curricula, this book is the perfect support in learning all about the history of the California Gold Rush.

Part of the immersive new DK Super History series, this informative and inclusive book offers young learners the full picture about a key moment in history. It takes a 360-degree look at the California Gold Rush, exploring the background and context, key people, the events themselves, and the influence they had on history. The main narrative is supported by different perspectives, primary and secondary sources, infographics, and an engaging graphic novel style story.

With specially designed spreads that build skills in historical inquiry and interpretation and make complex events accessible to children, DK Super History: California Gold Rush is the ideal companion to history curricula. Transform learning with DK Super History, where history comes to life on each page and fosters a love of discovery and understanding.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK