Spotting Fake News & Internet Safety (Kids/Teens)

Books for kids and teens on thinking critically and being safe online.

Updated December 18, 2024
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Loch Ness uncovered : media, misinformation, and the greatest Monster Hoax of all time
Rissman, Rebecca.
Paper Book
An extensively researched, myth-busting account of the world's most famous monster hoax-the Loch Ness Monster-and a cautionary tale on the dangers of misinformation. In 1934, a man was walking by a lake in the Scottish Highlands when he saw a long-necked creature swimming in the...
Mitzi and the big bad nosy wolf.
Bateman, Teresa
Paper Book
A clever lamb outsmarts a nosy wolf in this humorous story about online safety for young children. When a furry stranger named Rolf starts asking Mitzi questions about her name and where she lives, the clever Mitzi quickly devises a strategy to dispatch the nosy wolf!
Rethink the Internet : how to make the digital world a lot less sucky /
Prabhu, Trisha
Paper Book
Stop hate. Promote Kindness. Be an Upstander. ReThink the Internet. Do you have to ask someone's permission before posting their photo? How can you tell if something on the internet is true? What should you do if you see someone bullying a friend online (or #IRL...
Screen Time Is Not Forever
Verdick, Elizabeth
Paper Book
Children learn boundaries and safety when using screens, and fun things to do when screens are off. As important as screens are in our lives, we all need to unplug, especially children. This reassuring picture book offers children and families a starting point for limiting...
Killer underwear invasion! : [graphic novel] how to spot fake news, disinformati
Gravel, Elise
Paper Book
Can peanuts give you super strength? Were unicorns discovered on the moon? Did Martians really invade New Jersey? For anyone who has ever encountered outrageous stories like these and wondered whether they were true, this funny, yet informative book breaks down what fake news is, why people...
Can you believe it? : how to spot fake news and find the facts /
Grant, Joyce, 1963-
Paper Book
For today's tech-savvy kids, here's the go-to resource for navigating what they read on the internet. Should we believe everything we read online? Definitely not! And this book will tell you why. This fascinating book explores in depth how real journalism is made, what "fake news" is and,...
On the internet : our first talk about online safety /
Roberts, Jillian, 1971-
Paper Book
On the Internet: Our First Talk About Online Safetyintroduces children to the basics of online safety in a story-based, conversational style. Using real-world examples set within the context of a child who is using the Internet for the first time and watching an older sibling interact with...
Be smart online /
Atkins, Marcie Flinchum.
Paper Book
Kids learn how to protect their computers and themselves!Rookie Get Ready to Code series gives early readers (Ages 6-7) a fun a lively introduction to computer science. Easy-to- understand text and colorful graphics help kids master the foundations of programming. Being safe online isn't just...
Digital world : how to connect, share, play, and keep yourself safe /
Anton, Carrie, 1977-
Paper Book
Digital devices put a whole world at your fingertips. Play a game, listen to music, do research for school, read a story, or make a video -- anywhere, anytime. Connect with friends and family in fast and easy ways. Post photos and share ideas and inspiration. And that's only a small part of it. Just...
Digital identity : your reputation online /
Kamberg, Mary-Lane, 1948-
Paper Book
It has become increasingly difficult nowadays to declare a separation between "real life" and the digital realm. Consequently, it has never been more important for the digital natives of today to carefully consider their online presences and reputations. This book serves as a handy primer for...
Breaking the news /
Brown, Robin Terry.
Paper Book
In this timely and relevant title, National Geographic Kids shines a light on the history of news to reveal where we started, how far we've come, and the serious impact that misinterpretation and misinformation can have on the world. Headlines leap out at us from mobile phones,...
Safe social networking /
Schwartz, Heather E.
Paper Book
If a strange person asks to be your online friend, do you know what to do? Don't worry if you don't. This book is here to help! Learn tech-savvy ways to keep your social networking sites safe sites without taking away all the fun!

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