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Kenny’s Bright Red Scooter
Kenny’s Bright Red Scooter is the true story of a senior citizen Navy veteran who accidentally (but not surprisingly) captured the hearts of people from around the world through TikTok, of all places. However, that wasn’t always his story. Kenny came from humble beginnings and later enlisted and proudly served in the U.S. Navy. As he aged, his health continued to decline, to the point of needing a mobility scooter to get around and do his favorite spending quality time with people. A favorite happenstance occurred when Kenny met his neighbors, two of them Deaf, and formed a lifelong friendship deemed, “The Crew”. Until one sad morning, Kenny discovered his mobility scooter was broken beyond repair and was no longer able to go out and be a light to people. With some love and help from The Crew and TikTok, unexpected turn of events completely changed his life! In turn, he became determined to pay it forward. A few simple acts of kindness altered his course of history, and to think it started with an interaction of neighbors. You’ll find unique and practical ways to “scoot along” and show kindness to others in Kenny’s Bright Red Scooter because you never know how a simple act of kindness might change someone’s life.
- GenresChildrens
36 pages, Paperback
Published November 7, 2023
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April 13, 2025
Foster a Love of Country and the US Military
In her debut picture book, Amanda Kline tells the story of Kenny who loves his country and his service in the Navy. Early in his life, he has this idea of honoring our veterans and their service but isn’t able for it to happen until later in his life on a bright red scooter.
“On Memorial Day, the cemetery had a special event to remember veterans who weren’t alive anymore. People could volunteer to put out flags by the veteran graves. Kenny had waited his whole life for this and nothing would stop him this time.”
Each branch of the service is honored in KENNY’S BRIGHT RED SCOOTER. I enjoyed reading this book and recommend it.
W. Terry Whalin is an editor and the author of more than 60 books including his recent 10 Publishing Myths, Insights Every Author Needs to Succeed .
In her debut picture book, Amanda Kline tells the story of Kenny who loves his country and his service in the Navy. Early in his life, he has this idea of honoring our veterans and their service but isn’t able for it to happen until later in his life on a bright red scooter.
“On Memorial Day, the cemetery had a special event to remember veterans who weren’t alive anymore. People could volunteer to put out flags by the veteran graves. Kenny had waited his whole life for this and nothing would stop him this time.”
Each branch of the service is honored in KENNY’S BRIGHT RED SCOOTER. I enjoyed reading this book and recommend it.
W. Terry Whalin is an editor and the author of more than 60 books including his recent 10 Publishing Myths, Insights Every Author Needs to Succeed .
November 25, 2023
A short, fun read about a favorite from TikTok. Loved the illustrations.
November 30, 2023
It’s an adorable book and the purchase goes to a good cause. One day my grandkids loved will love it.
December 1, 2023
I follow them on Social Media and this is the perfect gift for my sister who is a teacher of K5.
April 29, 2025
The premise of the book is interesting, but goodness gracious...the writing is atrocious!
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