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Karen’s books have received several starred reviews and have been named a 2023 Mathical Book Prize Honor Book, YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers, a Book of Note from the TriState Review Committee, and an Editor’s Choice for School Library Connection.
Folding Tech
Folding Tech
Folding Tech:
Using Origami
and Nature to Revolutionize Technology
by Karen Latchana Kenney / Lerner Publishing
Folding transforms objects in surprising ways. And engineers designing folding technology are inspired by some unexpected sources—the ancient art of origami and natural folding patterns found in insect wings and leaf buds. This young adult nonfiction book explains how art, science, and mathematics intersect to develop technology for space, robotics, and medical applications.
Winner of the 2023 Mathical Book Prize Honor
Extreme Longevity
Extreme Longevity
Extreme Longevity:
Discovering Earth’s Oldest Organisms
by Karen Latchana Kenney / Lerner Publishing
Meet the science experts who study specimens of extreme longevity in both the plant and animal kingdoms, such as the 80,000-year-old root system of Pando (a colony of male quaking aspens), 11,000-year-old deep-sea sponges, and 400-year-old sharks. Discover how scientists determine their age and longevity, how they located these long-lived species, and what they’ve found out about how they resist disease and aging.
“A fascinating study of some of the longest-living organisms on the planet.”
—School Library Journal
“Kenney beguiles the reader with ancient timelines . . . Each chapter feels like an epic tale: lone organisms surviving chaos, hunters, pollution, and massive social change to come out conquerors.”
—Children's Book and Media Review
“An intriguing look at some of world’s oldest organisms and the scientists who study them.”
―Kirkus Reviews
Everything World War I
Everything World War I
Everything
World War I
by Karen Latchana Kenney / National Geographic Kids
Explore the fascinating history of America's first World War, meet the greatest military leaders and tacticians, and learn about key battles.
“This volume can be read for enjoyment by war enthusiasts, by reluctant readers who prefer nonfiction, and in grade level curriculum.”
—Library Media Connection, starred review
Super Hummingbirds
Super Hummingbirds
Super Hummingbirds
By Karen Latchana Kenney / Jump!
How is a hummingbird like a superhero? It can hover. It can fly backwards. And it’s super fast! Readers will learn about the unique maneuverability of hummingbirds and the special biological adaptions that make hummingbirds one of nature’s superheroes.
“This book makes learning about nature wondrous and engaging for both children and adults.”
—Booklist, starred review