Karen Latchana Kenney
Karen Latchana Kenney is an Indian-Irish children's author, editor, and curriculum developer born in New Amsterdam, Guyana, and raised in Minnesota.[1][2] She writes fiction and nonfiction about immigrant and biracial experiences, scientific discoveries, historical events, and civil rights struggles, with notable works including her debut picture book Snow Steps (2024) and upcoming Fascinating Fungi (2025).[1][2] She lives in Minnetonka, Minnesota, with her family.[1]
New Amsterdam, Guyana
Website
Children's Literature
Nonfiction
Picture Books
Young Adult
Boho Fashion
Cool Holiday Parties: Perfect Party Planning for Kids
Cool Costumes: How to Stage Your Very Own Show (Cool Performances)
Firefighters at Work
World Geography Through Infographics
Cool Slumber Parties: Perfect Party Planning for Kids
Canada
Cool Reggae Music: Create & Appreciate What Makes Music Great! (Cool Music)
The Hidden Story of Gangs and Crime
Super Simple Masks: Fun and Easy-To-Make Crafts for Kids (Super Sandcastle: Super Simple Crafts)
Thrilling Sports Cars
Cool Rock Music: Create & Appreciate What Makes Music Great! (Cool Music)
Super Simple Glass Jar Art: Fun and Easy-To-Make Crafts for Kids (Super Simple Crafts)
The Sunshine Champs: A Story about Florida (Fact & Fable: State Stories)
Economics Through Infographics
Cool Special Effects: How to Stage Your Very Own Show
Super Simple Art to Wear: Fun and Easy-to-Make Crafts for Kids
Cool International Parties: Perfect Party Planning for Kids
What Is Communism?
Mount Rushmore
March with the Ants
Buzz with the Bees
The Lonesome Star: A Story about Texas
Cool productions