Missions of the San Francisco Bay Area

Tracing the history of the Spanish missions around the San Francisco Bay, the narrative follows the lives of the Ohlone and Coast Miwok peoples before and after the arrival of the missionaries, showing how the missions altered traditional ways of life while influencing California's development. It offers an objective account of daily routines, religious practices, and the cultural exchanges that shaped the region, providing middle-grade readers with a clear picture of both the mission system and its impact on indigenous communities. Including maps, timelines, and primary-source excerpts, the narrative helps readers understand the complexities of this period in California history.