Gold Rush Fever : A Story of the Klondike, 1898Gold Rush Fever : A Story of the Klondike, 1898
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Book, 2001
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Current format, Book, 2001, 1st, All copies in use. Offered in 0 more formatsIn 1898, brothers Tim and Roy embark on a journey fraught with danger to the Klondike gold rush, where they face harsh conditions and bitter disappointment, in a story that also offers information about the gold rush, mining, living conditions, and notable individuals.In 1898, brothers Tim and Roy embark on a journey fraught with danger to the Klondike gold rush, where they face harsh conditions and bitter disappointment, in a story that also offers details on the times.
Set against the depression in 1898, a unique story follows brothers Tim and Roy as they embark on a journey fraught with danger to the Klondike Gold Rush, where they are faced with harsh conditions and bitter disappointment. Simultaneous. Jr Lib Guild.
The year is 1898. Over the last decade, North America has been ground down by a depression. Wages are low, jobs are scarce and people are getting desperate. Although Aunt Rachel isn't happy about 13-year-old Tim and his older brother, Roy, heading off to the Klondike Gold Rush, the possibility of striking it rich is hard to resist. Tim and Roy begin their trek to the Yukon filled with excitement. Little do they suspect the harsh realities they'll have to face: blinding snowstorms, raging rapids, backbreaking work and bitter disappointment.
In this unique book, each chapter is followed with factual information, illustrations and photographs of the people and places of the time. In addition, easy-to-do activities help bring the historical period to life.
A unique hybrid of fact, fiction and activities pulls kids into the excitement of the Yukon Gold Rush.
Set against the depression in 1898, a unique story follows brothers Tim and Roy as they embark on a journey fraught with danger to the Klondike Gold Rush, where they are faced with harsh conditions and bitter disappointment. Simultaneous. Jr Lib Guild.
The year is 1898. Over the last decade, North America has been ground down by a depression. Wages are low, jobs are scarce and people are getting desperate. Although Aunt Rachel isn't happy about 13-year-old Tim and his older brother, Roy, heading off to the Klondike Gold Rush, the possibility of striking it rich is hard to resist. Tim and Roy begin their trek to the Yukon filled with excitement. Little do they suspect the harsh realities they'll have to face: blinding snowstorms, raging rapids, backbreaking work and bitter disappointment.
In this unique book, each chapter is followed with factual information, illustrations and photographs of the people and places of the time. In addition, easy-to-do activities help bring the historical period to life.
A unique hybrid of fact, fiction and activities pulls kids into the excitement of the Yukon Gold Rush.
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