Cover of Mission San José

Mission San José

by Amy Margaret

Missions of California

Reading Level 7-8 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the fascinating story behind Mission San José, from its early days to its restoration, and learn how it shaped California's history. Explore the lives of the people connected to the mission, including the Costonoan Indians and the Franciscan missionaries, through vivid text and captivating photographs. This journey brings history to life for young readers eager to understand the past.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalHistoricalScience & Nature

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0823954951
Pages
64
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Published
2000
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
4,271

Subjects

Mission San Jose (Alameda County, Calif.) -- History -- Juvenile literatureFranciscans -- California -- Alameda County -- History -- Juvenile literatureMission San Jose (Alameda County, Calif.) -- HistorySpanish mission buildings -- California -- Alameda County -- History -- Juvenile literatureCostonoan Indians -- Missions -- California -- Alameda County -- History -- Juvenile literatureMissions -- CaliforniaIndians of North America -- California -- MissionsCalifornia -- History -- To 1846 -- Juvenile literatureCalifornia -- History -- To 1846HistoryJuvenile literatureMission San Jose (Alameda County, Calif.)MissionsFranciscansSpanish mission buildingsIndians of North AmericaCostonoan IndiansOhlone IndiansMissions, juvenile literature

Places

CaliforniaAlameda County