YOU have found yourself in the midst of the chaos of the War of 1812 between Great Britain and the young United States. Will you fight in the north on Lake Erie, or join General Jackson in the south? Or maybe you'll help save precious items from the White House as the British burn Washington, D.C. Step back in time to face the challenges and decisions that real people faced during this restless time in history. Dive into the past and experience some of history's most fascinating events. YOU CHOOSE who to be, where to go, and what to do. Multiple perspectives of historic events will take you beyond the basic details. The decision-making format will hold readers' interest and build literacy through repeated readings.