Media Studies - Kids

Sources are vital building blocks of news because they provide the facts of news stories. In the Internet age, as more readers consume news on various websites and social media platforms, it is important for young readers to be able to determine which sources...

Finalist, 2026 YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young AdultsA School Library Journal Best BookChicago Public Library Best of the Best List 2025 Here are the shocking, yet true, stories of presidential medical cover-ups from the 19th to the 21st century--the latest thrilling...

Bursting with the unmistakable energy of Mo Willems' beloved Pigeon, these cards are as silly as they are sincere. Each 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 -inch card features festive, playful designs that capture the joy and whimsy of a true Pigeon-y holiday celebration. Perfect...

A Washington Post Best Children's Book This book for young readers explores in riveting detail the false panic created by the famous War of the Worlds radio broadcast from 1938--as well as the repercussions of "fake news" today. On the night of October 30,...

It's nearly impossible for most of us to imagine what our lives would be like without social media. However, today's teens unarguably eclipse their elders in their reliance on and their adept use of a whole range of social media platforms. Savvy though they...

Activities provide tips and instructions for making use of the Creative Commons.Author: Kristin Fontichiaro,Emily Puckett RodgersISBN-10: 1624310443ISBN-13: 9781624310447Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2013Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 9.30h x 7.20w x 0.10d

Over the past 20 years or so, social media websites and apps have proliferated. Even reputable news sources share their stories on social media so people can share and comment on them, but sometimes the stories that go viral aren't the ones from the...

Fake news is a term used by politicians and on social media. It can be difficult to know what news sources to trust, or if any can be trusted. The question of whether or not we should trust the news is at the center...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Streaming TV in the Global Citizens: Modern Media series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of the growing...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Fake News in the Global Citizens: Modern Media series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of fake news...

Arts & Communications in the World of Work series provides an age-appropriate and interactive introduction to the nationally recognized Arts, A/V Technology & Communication career pathway using informal self-assessment elements, career profiles, informative sidebar features, and back matter activities.Author: Diane Lindsey ReevesISBN-10: 1534101861ISBN-13: 9781534101869Publisher:...

With the digital revolution, the media world has changed so much over the past decade. As a result, this book is required reading for serious students of journalism. It asks the question, what is a journalist in the digital age? With anyone able to...

Advertising, which aims to influence the thinking and behavior of consumers around the world, is a multibillion-dollar industry. People are exposed to many different forms of advertising every day, including TV and radio commercials, newspaper and magazine ads, posters and billboards, direct mail, and...

Ideal for ELLs. Join Buddy, every first-grader's favorite Weekly Reader pal, as he goes behind the scenes at interesting real-life places where people do interesting real-life work. What Happens at a Magazine?/ Qué pasa en la editorial de una revista? takes readers inside Buddy's...

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished software application. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the idea and coding a prototype to designing the app and uploading it to...

This book for elementary readers highlights the sequence of events from idea to a finished book. Full-color photographs and a timeline support each step of the project's process, from the author's first draft through budgeting, layout, and printing. A glossary, further resources, and an...

From news and sports to reality programming and sitcoms, television is a staple of most young people's lives. Asking Questions about What's on Television gives young readers a look at the technology behind the medium, the messages it sends, and how we are affected...

Highlights 12 of the hottest movie superstars. Each spread contains fascinating facts, biggest accomplishments, and admirable traits that have made each star successful.Author: Nancy FurstingerISBN-10: 163235019XISBN-13: 9781632350190Publisher: 12-Story LibraryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2015Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 9.09h x 7.23w x 0.03dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.3Point Value:...

Highlights 12 of the hottest TV superstars. Each spread contains fascinating facts, biggest accomplishments, and admirable traits that have made each star successful.Author: Annabelle TometichISBN-10: 1632350238ISBN-13: 9781632350237Publisher: 12-Story LibraryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2015Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 9.04h x 7.28w x 0.04dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.8Point Value:...

Activities provide tips and instructions for creating and sharing audio recordings online.Author: Kristin FontichiaroISBN-10: 1624310222ISBN-13: 9781624310225Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2013Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 9.50h x 7.60w x 0.30d

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Mainstream News in the Global Citizens: Modern Media series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of mainstream news....

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Body Image in the Media in the Global Citizens: Modern Media series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Violence in Pop Culture in the Global Citizens: Modern Media series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, The Movie Industry in the Global Citizens: Modern Media series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of the...

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...

Ideal for ELLs. Join Buddy, every first-grader's favorite Weekly Reader pal, as he goes behind the scenes at interesting real-life places where people do interesting real-life work. What Happens at a Magazine?/ Qué pasa en la editorial de una revista? takes readers inside Buddy's...

This fascinating book describes the details of three real case studies of investigative journalism about human rights. Stories include journalists exposing slave labor used in other countries for the sea food we buy, child labor in Mexico's coffee fields, and fraud by doctors to...

This timely title discusses the creation of the atom bomb and the post-World War II nuclear arms race that shaped the consciousness of generations. Primary and secondary source materials such as contemporary photos, speeches, letters, and newspaper accounts are examined, offering readers insight into...

This timely and important title examines the motivations, events, and effects of the terrorist practice of taking hostages. From political bargaining throughout history to current activity by the terrorist group ISIS, readers will consider the reasons that groups engage in hostage taking and learn...

Minotaur. Hydra. Anansi. These fearsome monsters of mythology have captivated people for thousands of years. But did you know they also play a part in the life and adventures of Wonder Woman? Get ready to explore how Greek, Roman, African, and other world mythologies...

Climate Change is a hot-button topic today and one that requires skill to examine and grasp different viewpoints. This book introduces readers to multiple perspectives on the topic and encourages them to objectively view local, national, and global connections to help them form knowledgeable...

"Fake news" is a term used by politicians and on social media. It can be difficult to know what news sources to trust, or if any can be trusted. The question of whether or not we should trust the news is at the center...

Despite the availability of the Internet, the library is still an important place for research. Through clear text and full-color photos, readers will learn how to conduct research in the library and the media center, as well as how to make the best use...

From the first women who broke through the glass ceiling to the superstars of the modern media environment, Legendary Women in Sports Media tells the stories of the women who fought for equality in sports journalism and inspired a new generation of female sports...

The United States' Founding Fathers knew how important a free press could be to their great experiment in democracy. It was so important that they protected that freedom in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Throughout the history of the United States, newspapers...

The World Health Organization defines Universal Health Care (UHC) as all individuals and communities receiving the health services needed without suffering financial hardship. Of the 33 developed countries in the world, 32 have some form of Universal Health Care. Over 800 million people around...

This absorbing book describes the details of three real case studies of investigative journalism about sports. Stories include journalists exposing the FIFA soccer scandal and Olympic committee wrongdoings, the promotion of violence in hockey leading to death, and the abuse of USA gymnasts by...

Should the Internet be a place for free thought and free sharing? Or should the government and Internet service companies be able to censor and block content? This up-to-date book will help equip readers with tangible tools to help understand the issues involved in...

This fascinating title explores the significant global issues surrounding the politics, conflict, and violence of revolution and change in recent years in southwest Asia and North Africa. By going behind the media headlines, this important book examines the reasons why changes are taking place,...

This timely book offers a critical examination of issues in the headlines concerning racial bias, crime, and police violence. Race and Crime shines a light on biases and assumptions that link race with crime in the media, and encourages readers to reflect on these...

Activities provide tips and instructions for creating and sharing audio recordings online.Author: Kristin FontichiaroISBN-10: 162431046XISBN-13: 9781624310461Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2013Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 9.30h x 7.20w x 0.10d

One way to be a thoughtful consumer of the news is to pay attention to the quality of the news sources you watch, listen to, and read. Good journalists follow a code of ethics when preparing and delivering news reports. Through age-appropriate language and...

Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Politics and the Media in the Global Citizens: Modern Media series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of...

Editor Debra A. Miller has chosen the primary source writings in this book to provide your readers with a broad array of viewpoints on issues relating to the effects of the media on politics. Written by respected experts in the field, these essays present...

For everyone who loves the movies, Behind the Scenes: A Young Person's Guide to Film History, Vol. 1 reveals an exciting glimpse behind the screen and introduces classic filmmakers, screen icons, and their most memorable movies. This book focuses on Charlie Chaplin. As an...

Signs and symbols are all around us. With a single glance, they direct us to bathrooms, represent mathematical concepts like pi and can communicate what religion a person belongs to. Without using words, symbols can help humans connect, stay safe and express who we...

What happens when a single spark of realization turns into a mission for global change? This book captures the extraordinary journeys of young leaders who refused to be bystanders when they encountered a "deafening silence" in their textbooks or "taboo" subjects ignored by their...

We use it every day in products as varied as prescription drugs, toys, and toothbrushes. In less than a century, plastics have become integral to our daily lives. But plastic waste also clogs Earth's oceans and other water bodies. Research has shown that microplastics...

This volume explores the topics relating to television by presenting varied expert opinions that examine many of the different aspects that comprise these topics. The selected articles are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. Across four...

The media should view the world through an eye free of prejudices. It should report what it sees. These two premises form the cornerstone of journalism, but are they true of the media in practice? This volume examines topics surrounding media bias. Includes primary...