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== =Parry, Ann (2007), //The Gold Rushes, Gold Rush Journeys,// South Yarra, MacMillan Education Australia 994PAR=
 * This book explores the different ways people journeyed to the goldfields.The advantages and disadvantages associated with each form of transport introduce the book and are followed by a trip diary supported by maps. It also provides information about the Gold Rush era in each state and procedural texts for different ways to find gold. The last page will provide information on the //long-term effects of the Gold Rush// in relation to Transport//.// Examine the detailed sketches and photographs to get a sense of the hardships the people endured on their quest for Gold.**

== =Parry, Ann (2007), //The Gold Rushes, Everyday Life in the Goldfields,// South Yarra, MacMillan Education Australia 994PAR=
 * This book details the daily life of people living on the Goldfields in the 1850's. The topics include:food, clothing, housing, shopping, education,entertainment, health and communication.The inclusion of the 'Gold News' snippets provide interesting and fun facts. Look at the detail in the sketches and photographs to get further information.The last page outlines some long-term effects of the Gold rush in relation to wealth and population.**

=Thomas,Jordan(2004) //Shaping Australia, Gold Rush.// Alexandria, Watts Publishing 994THO=
 * This book outlines events and their consequences during the gold rush in the various locations in Australia. It describes the cultural, econonic and political changes that occurred in Australia as a result of the discovery of gold. Each chapter includes related websites so that the reader can read further on each topic**. **The topic of racism towards the Chinese is discussed on page28.**

=Webber, Kimberley(2001) //The Australian Goldrushes, Growing Up on the Goldfields,// Powerhouse Museum, Sydney, MacMillan Education Australia 994WEB=
 * This book outlines daily life on the Goldfields from a child's perspective.It covers topics such as: day-to-day living, clothing, education, playtime (including toys) and work. The true annecdotes about various families are informative as well as entertaining. Use the glossary for terms you may not understand**.**The BOLD text is a good starting point for your note-taking. It will assist you when you skim and scan for information.**

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=Croser,J. & Mayberry, M.(1993) //Making Best// South Australia, Era Publications F CRO=
 * This is the story of Caleb who works and lives under difficult conditions at the gold diggings. Even though his life is harsh there are fun and prosperous moments. Caleb, however cannot come to terms with the cruel treatment towards the Chinese diggers by his own father and the other people in his community. The setting of the book provides a detailed description of daily life for diggers and their families on the goldfields. The concept of racial prejudice is dealt with sensitively. The text is short and easy to read. Discuss the issues raised with your classmates. As you read the text make notes on living conditions on the Goldfields (work, housing, sanitation, health etc).**

== =French, Jackie (2003) //Valley of Gold// Sydney, Harper Collins Publishers F FRE=
 * This is a story that combines both fascinating history and life-like stories. 'Valley of Gold' is the history of a valley from four and a half billion years ago until now. The stories focus on one of the valley’s most precious but non-renewable resources – gold. The stories cover European settlement, gold rushes, Chinese immigration, bushrangers, relations between Indigenous and European people, world wars, the Depression and natural disasters. This book will provide an excellent background to the topic.**