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Books with author Karen L. Kenney

  • Digestive System

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Pogo, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In this book, early fluent readers will explore the role of the digestive system in a healthy, functioning body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the amazing world inside themselves.
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  • Building a Roller Coaster

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Amicus, Sept. 17, 2018)
    A kindergarten-level introduction to mice, covering their growth process, behaviors, the backyard habitats they call home, and such defining features as their hairless tails.
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  • Teen Pregnancy

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Looks at the issue of teenage pregnancy, examining the reasons teens become pregnant, the challenges faced by the mothers and children, and its impact around the world.
  • Cool Make-up: How to Stage Your Very Own Show

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Aug. 15, 2009)
    Offers instructions and step-by-step pictures to reveal how theatrical makeup can create the illusion of facial hair, bruises and wounds, animals, skeletons, or old age.
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  • Science of Stars: Exploring Matter

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Dec. 15, 2015)
    In this engaging title, young readers learn about the different states of matter! Atoms and molecules are explained, as are elements and the periodic table. The three main states of matter solid, liquid, gas are covered, as are the properties of each and the role of energy in their changing from one form to another. These properties are illustrated by the birth and collapse of stars. The rare states of matter plasma and Bose-Einstein condensate are introduced. Colorful infographics make measuring matter, the parts of an atom, the movement of atoms and the layers of Earth's atmosphere easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as Satyendra Nath Bose and Albert Einstein are featured. A fun experiment with gas brings the science of matter to life! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Muscular System

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Pogo, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In this book, early fluent readers will explore the role of the muscular system in a healthy, functioning body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the amazing world inside themselves.
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  • Muscular System

    Karen Kenney

    Paperback (Pogo, Jan. 1, 2017)
    In this book, early fluent readers will explore the role of the muscular system in a healthy, functioning body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the amazing world inside themselves.
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  • The Science of Car Racing

    Karen Latchana Kenney

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Feb. 1, 2014)
    Watching a car race is exciting, but have you ever wondered about the science behind the speed? From before drivers reach the track until they blaze across the finish line, science plays a key role. Find out about the concepts behind race car design, crash safety, drafting, and much more!
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  • Cool Productions: How to Stage Your Very Own Show

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Offers instructions on producing a show, including information about creating a timeline, advertising, selling consessions, and throwing a cast party.
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  • Rat

    Karen Kenney

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2015)
    The You Have a Pet What?! series introduces young readers to unusual pets through using a fun and factual approach to mastering early reading skills.With bold keywords and a Show What You Know section, Rat allows students to refer to details and examples in the text and provide a summary distinct from personal opinions or bias. Featuring 32 full-color pages, photographs, simple language, and text-based questions, this title encourages curiosity as well as reading comprehension.
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  • Super Simple Magnets: Fun and Easy-To-Make Crafts for Kids

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Nurture the artistic side of kids and expose them to the decorative arts with this easy-to-understand title. Super Simple Magnets uses simple language and how-to photos to introduce early crafters to a variety of projects including butterfly magnets, holiday magnets and more. Even seasoned crafters will be surprised by the ingenuity and functionality of these craft ideas! Super Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Super Simple Art to Wear: Fun and Easy-to-Make Crafts for Kids

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Super Sandcastle, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Nurture the artistic side of kids and expose them to the decorative arts with this easy-to-understand title. Super Simple Art to Wear uses simple language and how-to photos to introduce early crafters to a variety of projects including painted shoelaces, circle purses and more. Even seasoned crafters will be surprised by the ingenuity and functionality of these craft ideas! Super Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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