London's Fiery Night

In 1666, a spark from a small bakery turned into one of the most famous disasters in history. This gripping nonfiction book takes kids aged 7 to 12 deep into the heart of old London, where narrow wooden streets, roaring flames, and real-life heroes fill the pages. With a fast-paced, conversational style, it brings the past to life-one fire bucket, one fleeing family, one collapsing rooftop at a time.

Readers will explore how the fire started, why it spread so quickly, and what people did to survive. They'll meet kings, mayors, bakers, and kids their own age who had to make impossible choices in the middle of chaos. Along the way, they'll discover surprising facts about 17th-century life.

Packed with historical facts, diary excerpts, fire science, and thought-provoking "What would you do?" moments, this book helps readers connect emotionally and intellectually with one of the most dramatic events in London's history. Perfect for curious minds, history lovers, and kids who want more than just dates and names-it invites them to step into the smoke and see the world through the eyes of the people who lived it.