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Books with author Karen L. Kenney

  • Cool Costumes: How to Stage Your Very Own Show

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Aug. 15, 2009)
    Offers instructions on creating costumes for a theatrical production, including information on tee shirt design, hats and masks, and accessories.
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  • Cutting-Edge Astronaut Training

    Karen Latchana Kenney

    eBook (Lerner Publications TM, Aug. 1, 2019)
    How do astronauts prepare for their missions in space? What recent discoveries and innovations have changed how astronauts train? With a focus on STEM, fascinating sidebars, and up-to-date facts, this book delves deep into the world of astronaut training.
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  • Cutting-Edge Robotics

    Karen Latchana Kenney

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Robotics is currently one of the most popular hands-on applications of STEM in schools. High-interest text filled with fascinating and up-to-date information teaches readers all about the technology of robotics and the many ways robots are used around the world today.
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  • Energy at the Amusement Park

    Karen Latchana Kenney

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    It's time to go to the amusement park! You're pumped up for a fun day! But there's more than just your own energy buzzing. Waiting for your cotton candy to be made? Heat energy helps make that gooey goodness happen. Chugging up the roller coaster hill? Potential energy is with you. Speeding down it? Now you have kinetic energy! Find out more about the energies behind the excitement.
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  • Super Chameleons

    Karen Latchana Kenney

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2018)
    In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the unique abilities of chameleons. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the special biological adaptions that make chameleons one of natures superheroes.
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  • Calm Monsters, Kind Monsters: A Sesame Street ® Guide to Mindfulness

    Karen Latchana Kenney

    Paperback (Lerner Publications TM, Oct. 6, 2020)
    Breathing, positive self talk, and calming down―mindfulness includes all this and more. Sesame Street characters present big emotions readers have likely faced alongside simple solutions like belly breathing to help kids cope with what they're feeling.
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  • Cool Sports Parties: Perfect Party Planning for Kids

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Sept. 1, 2011)
    This cool title introduces kids to planning different kinds of sports parties such as bowling, soccer, car racing and more. It begins with party-planning basics and guides kids through the process of having their own sports party. Sample invitations, menus, and fun party activities are included. Step-by-step instructions and photographs make the projects like making personalized water bottles or skateboard T-shirts easy to follow. Kids will find a lot of really cool ideas for entertaining their family and friends. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Cool Special Effects: How to Stage Your Very Own Show

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Aug. 15, 2009)
    Includes step-by-step instructions on how to create a prompt book, lighting, sound effects and more.
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  • Cool School Dance: Fun Ideas and Activities to Build School Spirit

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Jan. 1, 2011)
    This energizing title introduces young readers to after-school dancing groups that build school spirit and social engagement. Fun dance activities from creating flyers to making bracelets, show kids how to get involved, build strong teams, create identities, and raise money. School groups and activities help kids discover their passions and meet other kids. More importantly, they encourage kids to have the confidence and character to take pride in their schools. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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  • Building a Roller Coaster

    Karen Latchana Kenney

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, Aug. 28, 2018)
    This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished roller coaster. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the design and preparations to the construction and finishing details. A glossary, further resources, author's note, and an index are included.
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  • What Is a Parliamentary Government?

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Britain has a monarch and a prime minister. Whos in charge of the island? A parliamentary system of government is both similar and very different from democracy in the United States. Using historical text and primary sources discover how governments around the world balance a king or queen with a legislative branch. Learn how the parliament is elected, and how a bill becomes a law in the UK. Readers will better understand world news after diving into the often-complex world of political systems.
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  • Cool International Parties: Perfect Party Planning for Kids

    Karen Kenney

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Sept. 1, 2011)
    This cool title introduces kids to planning different kinds of international parties such as African, Indian, Italian and more. It begins with party-planning basics and guides kids through the process of having their own international party. Sample invitations, menus, and fun party activities are included. Step-by-step instructions and photographs make the projects like making a South American panpipe or an Australian magnet favor easy to follow. Kids will find a lot of really cool ideas for entertaining their family and friends. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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