Kenzie(TM) & The Power of Speaking Up (Paperback)

MacKenzie O. Smith

ISBN 13: 9798248133710

Published by Independently Published, 2026

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Paperback. A Children's Story About Courage, Safety, and Using Your VoiceWhat should a child do when something doesn't feel right?In this empowering first book of the Kenzie(TM) Safety Adventures Series, young readers follow Kenzie as she faces a difficult decision at school. When she notices a situation that feels unsafe, she must choose between staying quiet or speaking up.Through relatable storytelling and real-world scenarios, children learn: - The difference between tattling and safety reporting- How to recognize their "uh-oh" feelings- Why trusted adults are important- That speaking up is an act of courage- How small choices can make a big differenceCo-authored by Dr. Lawrence E. Smith, Ed.D., an educator and safety consultant, and Mackenzie Smith, whose real-life spirit inspired the character of Kenzie(TM), this engaging story blends social-emotional learning with practical safety awareness in a way that is accessible and meaningful for children ages 6-12.Perfect for: ClassroomsSchool counselorsParents and familiesYouth programsCharacter education lessonsKenzie(TM) & The Power of Speaking Up helps children understand that courage doesn't have to be loud - sometimes it's simply choosing to use your voice when it matters most.Because when safety is involved, speaking up protects everyone. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Kenzie(TM) & The Power of Speaking Up (Paperback)
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798248133710
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

A Children’s Story About Courage, Safety, and Using Your Voice

What should a child do when something doesn’t feel right?

In this empowering first book of the Kenzie™ Safety Adventures Series, young readers follow Kenzie as she faces a difficult decision at school. When she notices a situation that feels unsafe, she must choose between staying quiet or speaking up.

Through relatable storytelling and real-world scenarios, children learn:

• The difference between tattling and safety reporting
• How to recognize their “uh-oh” feelings
• Why trusted adults are important
• That speaking up is an act of courage
• How small choices can make a big difference

Co-authored by Dr. Lawrence E. Smith, Ed.D., an educator and safety consultant, and Mackenzie Smith, whose real-life spirit inspired the character of Kenzie™, this engaging story blends social-emotional learning with practical safety awareness in a way that is accessible and meaningful for children ages 6–12.

Perfect for:
Classrooms
School counselors
Parents and families
Youth programs
Character education lessons

Kenzie™ & The Power of Speaking Up helps children understand that courage doesn’t have to be loud — sometimes it’s simply choosing to use your voice when it matters most.

Because when safety is involved, speaking up protects everyone.