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Students discover the history of California by researching the Gold Rush.  In this economics history lesson, students participate in a class discussion about the book Boom Town, and the value of gold in California.  Students participate in role-playing to develop an understanding of supply and demand.

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california history, california, the california gold rush, supply and demand

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boom town, california history, gold rush, supply and demand, math
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Grade
4th - 5th
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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