The San Carlos Borromeo del Río Carmelo mission, the second of the twenty one missions, was founded by Fray Serra in the Carmel valley. The content provided in this book, aligned to California state standards, will provide students with a greater insight into the story of San Carlos Borromeo del Río Carmelo and California’s mission system. Readers will become familiar with the various buildings, living quarters, and courtyards that constitute a mission as well as important historical dates. This book is filled with excellent primary source materials and visuals, including illustrations, paintings, and maps.