This document provides lesson plans and guidelines for teachers to incorporate technology into a 4th grade project-based learning simulation about the California Gold Rush. It introduces project-based learning and digital storytelling. The timeline outlines lessons that have students create blogs, PowerPoints, and a digital story. Guidelines are provided for activities like maintaining a miner's blog to reflect on simulation experiences and creating a PowerPoint on aspects of the Gold Rush. Rubrics are included to assess student work. The goal is for students to gain knowledge across subjects while taking on roles in the simulation.