This is the San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
                Missions of California Educational Project.
                   Parental Supervision is Recommended.

     Originally a humble log chapel, San Luis Obispo de Tolosa was founded
fifth in the mission chain by Father Junipero Serra on September 1, 1772. On
three occasions, flaming Indian arrows burned its thatched roofs. Determined
padres replaced them with roofs of rounded, red clay tiles - introducing a
trademark of California architecture.
     San Luis Obispo's location in the well-watered "Valley of the Bears"
boasted such a large bear population that the Spanish were able to prevent
other missions from starvation by sending them bear meat.
     In the 1930s the mission underwent extensive restoration and now stands in
nearly original condition. It serves as a parish church for the city of San
Luis Obispo.

FEATURES: Precision-cut, foam core parts
          Short history of the mission included
          Complete assembly instructions

INCLUDES: One San Luis Obispo de Tolosat kit

REQUIRES: Assembly
          White glue
          Decorating material

COMMENTS: In the state of California, many 4th Grade students get involved in
             building a model of one of the California Spanish missions

          Due to small parts that could cause a choking hazard please keep
            away from children 3 years of age and younger

                                                                     tlc 8/9/12