"The White House Is Burning: August 24, 1814" by Jane Sutcliffe recounts the dramatic events surrounding the British invasion of Washington, D.C., during the War of 1812. The narrative vividly depicts the chaos and fear as British troops march into the capital, culminating in the burning of the White House and other government buildings. Through the eyes of various historical figures, including President James Madison and First Lady Dolly Madison, the story explores themes of courage, resilience, and patriotism in the face of destruction. It captures a pivotal moment in American history, illustrating both the fragility and strength of a young nation. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 4th grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published in 2014 by Charlesbridge Publishing, U. S. .

Jane Sutcliffe is the author of nineteen children's biographies. Her articles have been published in Highlights for Children, Boys' Life, and Appleseeds. She is the author of Leonardo's Monster, also published by Pelican. Fascinated by biographies since she was a child, Sutcliffe has written about Walt Disney, Paul Revere, Amelia Earhart, and John F. Kennedy. She serves as a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, actively participating in the New England chapter. She lives with her family and dog in Tolland, Connecticut. Craig Kodera is a retired commercial pilot and professional artist. His ability to combine his talents in art with his interests in aviation have earned him the R. G. Smith Award for excellence in naval aviation art in 2001 and the Best of the Best award from Aviation Week & Space Technology magazine in 2000. Kodera is also the charter vice president of the American Society of Aviation Artists and the illustrator of the Pelican title A Dream of Pilots. He lives in Clermont, Florida.