Washington Is Burning! The War of 1812 | 
 enlarge | Author: Alvin Robert Cunningham
Publisher: Perfection Learning
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 2201567
Media: Library Binding
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 48
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 7.3 x 0.5
ISBN: 0756944856
Dewey Decimal Number: 973.52
EAN: 9780756944858
ASIN: 0756944856
Publication Date: September 1, 2004
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Product Description
The historical fiction chapters of this book tell the story of Sophie Turner, one of President Madison's black slaves. In her desire for freedom, this teenager helped First Lady Dolley Madison save a portrait of George Washington before the British burned the President's House.
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Publisher Comments (ages 9-12, 48 pages, hardcover) July 27, 2005
"Washington is Burning! The War of 1812" is a student edition of our popular reading program, Reading Essentials in Social Studies, that we market to schools throughout the United States. This book contains a historical fiction story and nonfiction chapters that historically support the story. It includes archival drawing, maps, and paintings.
It also contains bolded vocabulary words with a glossary. Children will be able to identify with the young, main character and learn about an important event in American history at the same time.
Overview of "Washington Is Burning! the War of 1812" July 16, 2005
The book begins with an overview of the War of 1812- the conflicts, the declaration of war, and the peace treaty.
The historical fiction story centers on Sophie Turner and her father, Cyrus. The Turners are slaves owned by President James Madison and his wife, Dolley. Cyrus believes that if he helps fight in the war, he will be granted freedom. As he prepares for the Battle of Bladensburg, he tells his daughter how the portrait of George Washington that hangs in the President's House stands for freedom. Sophie isn't convinced, however, and is worried when news of defeat at Bladensburg reaches the mansion.
When they are warned about British soldiers marching toward Washington, D.C., Mrs. Madison, Sophie, and her Aunt Tillie prepare to flee to the countryside for safety. Sophie insists that the first lady save the portrait of Washington.
From their refuge in the country, Sophie and Aunt Tillie watch as Washington is burned by the British. Sophie is glad to learn that her father is safe and prays that her father's dream of freedom will come true.
The last four nonfiction chapters of the book provide details of the war leading up to and following the invasion of Washington, D.C. A brief biography of James and Dolley Madison helps readers understand their involvement in the War of 1812. Insights into the role that black Americans played in the war are highlighted throughout these chapters.
This is an excellent children's book to be read and shared during Black History Month!
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