Spotting Fake News & Internet Safety (Kids/Teens)Unpublished

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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...

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!

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...

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...

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...

A comprehensive guide to how real journalism is made, what 'fake news' is and, most importantly, how to spot the difference. It provides practical advice, thought-provoking examples, and loads of explanations, definitions and useful context. Never judgmental, it encourages young people to approach...

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...

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 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...

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...

Memes and Internet satire are everywhere online. They come and go so quickly, it's hard to understand what they even mean. Readers take a closer look at this modern phenomenon in a thoughtful and accessible way. They will explore the early days of memes including where the name comes from and how...

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,...

The way the news is reported and delivered has changed greatly in recent years. Find out how, and learn how to spot biases in reporting.

Blogs, social networks, wikis, videos--user-generated content on the Web has became an influential media source. Get involved, but protect yourself!

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!