Cover of Mission La Purísima Concepción

Mission La Purísima Concepción

by Kim Ostrow

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 story of a historic California mission that began in 1787 and played a vital role in the lives of the Chumash people. Follow its journey from a religious outpost to a modern landmark, exploring the rich culture and history woven into its walls. This tale brings the past to life for young readers eager to learn about heritage and community.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalCultureCommunityHeritage

For Parents

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
0823954986
Pages
64
Publisher
Powerkids Press
Published
2000
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
6,077

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Mission La Purísima Concepción (Calif.) -- History -- Juvenile literature.Franciscans -- California -- Lompoc Region -- History -- Juvenile literature.Mission La Purísima Concepción (Calif.) -- History.Spanish mission buildings -- California -- Lompoc Region -- History -- Juvenile literature.Chumash Indians -- Missions -- California -- Lompoc Region -- History -- Juvenile literature.Missions -- California.Chumash Indians -- Missions -- California.Indians of North America -- Missions -- California.California -- History -- To 1846 -- Juvenile literature.California -- History -- To 1846.Spanish mission buildingsMissionsIndians of North AmericaMission La Purísima Concepción (Calif.)Chumash IndiansJuvenile literatureFranciscansHistoryMissions, juvenile literature

Places

CaliforniaLompoc Region