Junipero Serra: Founder of the California Missions
School year: Year 4, Year 5
No. of pages 36
Published: 2015
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"Junipero Serra: Founder of the California Missions" by Linda Gondosch explores the life and legacy of Father Junipero Serra, a Franciscan missionary who played a pivotal role in establishing the California missions in the 18th century. The book delves into Serra's early years in Spain, his dedication to his faith, and his ambitious journey to the New World. Through engaging storytelling, readers learn about the cultural encounters and challenges he faced while striving to spread Christianity among Native American populations. Serra's complex legacy is examined, highlighting both his contributions and the impact of mission life on indigenous communities. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 36 pages in this book. This book was published in 2015 by Ignatius Press .