Book details
Breaking News: How to Tell What's Real From What's Rubbish
Description
A funny, practical and ever-so timely guide to the NEWS for 8–12-year-olds. Find out how to understand and navigate 24/7 news, how to spot the facts from the fake, and what to do if the news becomes overwhelming. It's never been easier to access the news through various platforms such as TV, radio, billboards, and smartphones, leading to an overload of information and difficulty in discerning real news from fake. 'Breaking News' offers insightful, hands-on, essential, and reassuring advice to help children navigate the modern news cycle, with laugh-out-loud text, amusing illustrations, and interactive activities. The book has received praise from notable figures like Eoin Colfer and Konnie Huq, and is considered a perfect read for budding young journalists.
Age
8-9
Text complexity
proficient
Length
176 pages
Why to read
- Enhance Critical Thinking: Reading 'Breaking News: How to Tell What's Real from What's Rubbish' can help readers develop their critical thinking skills by providing them with tools and strategies to distinguish between credible news and misinformation.
- Stay Informed Correctly: In an era where fake news and biased reporting are prevalent, this book guides readers on how to consume news responsibly and stay accurately informed about current events and important issues.
- Improve Media Literacy: The book educates readers on media literacy, teaching them how to analyze and evaluate the sources of their information, which is an essential skill in the digital age where content is constantly being shared and consumed.
- Build Better Judgment: By understanding the mechanics of how news is created and spread, readers can cultivate better judgment when it comes to believing and sharing news, leading to a more informed and discerning public discourse.