Media Studies - Kids

Calling all future scientists! Our world is changing quickly, and our shared challenges can seem overwhelming. We need scientists to tackle climate change, harness the power of artificial intelligence, produce vaccines and so much more. But what does a scientist do all day? How...

Author: Meeg PincusISBN-10: 1668964945ISBN-13: 9781668964941Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2025Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.04lbsSize: 8.00h x 8.00w x 0.10d

Take a look inside the Best of Both Worlds. Miley Cyrus, the daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, persisted in auditioning for the Hannah Montana role even when she was consistently turned away. Nonetheless, Miley kept picking herself up, dusting herself off and...

The media is said to be the government's watchdog. It serves many purposes but primarily to deliver news on what's happening around us. How the media chooses and delivers news impact people's reaction. In this book, you will read about the importance of the...

The International Fireworks Festival of Montreal is about to hold its annual fireworks competition! Travel with Stella to view the event, and prepare to be wowed by fireworks displays from around the world. See what Stella learns about the passion and hard work behind...

Freedom of the press is an issue that's often in the spotlight. Some people believe it's an essential part of a democracy, while others believe the press has too much freedom. Before readers can join in this debate about the press and the factors...

"All About Christopher Nolan: A Kid's Guide to the Mind-Bending Movie Director" takes young readers on a thrilling journey through the life and work of one of today's most imaginative filmmakers. From his childhood adventures with a camera to blockbuster hits like Inception and...

Listen up! Learn how podcasts are created while developing your multiplication skills through real-life math problems. This fiction book combines math and literacy skills, and uses practical examples of problem solving to teach math and reading content. The full-color images, math graphs, and practice...

Disinformation is false information that is spread on purpose. It might seem to be a result of the digital age, but it has been around for centuries, really taking off after the introduction of the printing press to Europe in the 1400s. After the...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

Japanese animation has been given fulsome academic commentary in recent years. However, there is arguably a need for a more philosophically consistent and theoretically integrated engagement. While this book covers the key thinkers of contemporary aesthetic theory, it aims to reground reflection on anime...

Get ready to learn about podcasts, a fun and exciting way to tell stories. Who can make a podcast? Anyone! Even you...Did you know podcasts were invented in 2004? The word podcast is a combination of the word iPod and broadcast. In the beginning,...

An enthralling exploration of all the weird and wonderful creatures that may (or may not!) inhabit our world--all packed into an engaging, informational picture book perfect for helping kids build critical thinking skills.There's been a mix-up at the Museum. Some of the displays from...

This informative book provides an accessible overview of disinformation campaigns, describing how and why this cyber threat happens and how people fight it. The book also includes a special feature focused on cyber safety, several informative sidebars, a table of contents, a reading comprehension...

As digital natives attempt to navigate news sources, media literacy is more important than ever. Understanding who is behind different forms of clickbait like posts, articles, and ads, and the motivation behind this content, is a critical part of distinguishing reputable sources of information...

It is estimated about 150 million people around the world are homeless. What homelessness means, why people become homeless, and how governments and organizations work to end homelessness are some of the topics addressed in this detailed examination of a complex problem.Author: Natalie HydeISBN-10:...

What makes a protest and why are protests important to democracies? This timely book examines the phenomena of protests historically and discusses the different ways people voice their opinion to effect change.Author: Heather C. HudakISBN-10: 1427150885ISBN-13: 9781427150882Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2021Pages: 48Format: Library...

Jobs in the media, media diversity, and identifying fake news are all explored in this unique look at the role of the media in our lives. A handy timeline makes it easy to track historical change and important innovations in media.Author: Holly DuhigISBN-10: 0778754340ISBN-13:...

How have oil and energy pipelines become one of the most divisive political issues today? Using fact-based analysis, this title explores the issues that have sparked environmental and economic debate and protest. Teacher's guide available.Author: Natalie HydeISBN-10: 0778753344ISBN-13: 9780778753346Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/05/2019Pages: 48Format:...

On-point historical photographs combined with strong narration bring the horrific events of 9/11 to life. People living at the time saw the planes flying into the towers in real time, on tv, and readers of this book will see it as well, both in...

Everybody thinks that they cannot be fooled: they're immune to advertising, propaganda, fake news, and the perils of social media. Everybody is mistaken. Cracking the Media Literacy Code gives students the tools they need to separate fact from fiction, and manipulation from information.Author: Emma...

In this book, readers will learn the necessary steps to stay safe online. Carefully-leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs help readers understand that an informed citizenship relies on the critical and responsible usage of media and information. Staying Safe Online features reading tips for...

Disinformation is false information that is spread on purpose. It might seem to be a result of the digital age, but it has been around for centuries, really taking off after the introduction of the printing press to Europe in the 1400s. After the...

An engaging, accessible look at internet algorithms and the importance of bursting your information bubble We are all in information bubbles, whether we realize it or not. The content that fills our bubble is the product of all the likes, clicks, and shares we...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

Here are the shocking, yet true, stories of presidential medical cover-ups from the 19th to the 21st century--the latest thrilling title in award-winning author Gail Jarrow's Medical Fiascoes series for readers ages 10 and up. Did you know President Woodrow Wilson suffered a paralyzing...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

It is more and more apparent that it is hard to tell the difference between real and fake news. If teachers flunk tests about it, how can they teach their students to understand what's what? Fake and real news items are thrown at us...

In Digital Responsibility, readers will learn responsible behaviors for using technology and the internet, such as protecting their digital footprint, creating strong passwords, and modeling positive behaviors. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support a growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Try...

In Digital Routines, readers will learn how to set healthy habits with their devices, such as recognizing screen addiction, setting time limits, and discussing new apps with caregivers before downloading and using them. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

How we send and receive news has changed over time. Without a constant evolution and progression of news media, the way in which people heard reports of the Great Depression, Pearl Harbor, and September 11 were very different than an event happening today. From...

If societies have only memories of war, of cruelty, of violence, then why are we called humankind? This book marks a new trajectory in Memory Studies by examining cultural memories of nonviolent struggles from ten countries. The book reminds us of the enduring cultural...

In False Information Online, readers will learn what false information online is, what it looks like, and how to fact-check and identify it. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Try This! activities further reinforce the...

We see symbols and signs every day. We see them on commercial products, in advertisements, in art, on the Internet, on buildings and many other places. Many signs and symbols were produced out of the simple need for people, who may not have been...

From Strawberry Hill to The Dungeons, Alnwick Castle to Barnageddon, Gothic tourism is a fascinating, and sometimes controversial, area. This lively study considers Gothic tourism's aesthetics and origins, as well as its relationship with literature, film, folklore, heritage management, arts programming and the 'edutainment'...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

From YouTube to yard signs, build media savvy that is up to speed with today's media-rich world. With teens today spending on average 43 percent of their waking day interacting with media of one type or another, it is more critical than ever that...

Nobody believes they are influenced by advertising, but everybody is wrong about that. Advertising assaults us daily, on tv, on the internet, on the streets of our cities; everywhere we look and even when we don't think we're looking. Easy-to-understand text, simple infographics, and...

Managing the daily influence of technology, including knowing when to unplug, allows kids to bring balance to their lives. This leads to deeper friendships, more focus at home and school, and higher success in learning.Author: Jean C. LawlerISBN-10: 1634403800ISBN-13: 9781634403801Publisher: Red Chair PressLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Investigates 12 great moments in the history of radio. Includes amazing facts along with information about key players and innovations.Author: Angie SmibertISBN-10: 1632350262ISBN-13: 9781632350268Publisher: 12-Story LibraryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2015Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.00w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.4Point Value: 1Interest Level: Middle...

This relevant title tackles a timely and controversial issue in an educated and sensitive way. While virtually everyone agrees gun violence is wrong, there is disagreement about the right way to prevent it. This thoughtful book discusses issues of stricter regulation of gun ownership...

Welcome to a world of discovery with the High Contrast Book for Baby! This beautifully designed black and white educational book is the perfect activity for newborns, crafted specifically to stimulate visual development. Ideal for use at home, this book offers caregivers a unique...

Have you ever seen people with microphones interviewing the president? These are members of the media. Media affects the way people understand things happening in government and how people vote. It's important to be able to gather accurate information and discern fact from false...