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Description
When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. Even in karate class, Kenny struggles to control his temper and earns a reputation for being angry. With help from his karate teacher, Kenny works to calm down and focus enough to compete.
Quick Summary
Karate meets a temper tantrum in this fast-paced story about a kid who literally punches his way through problems. Readers will root for Kenny as he tries to channel his anger into kicks and blocks, discovering that self-control is harder than any karate chop. If your kid loves the humor and heart of "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Wimpy Kid" but wants something with more action, they will flip these pages. Perfect for kids in grades 3-5 who enjoy quick, relatable reads with a message.