Sports Journalism (Investigative Journalism That Inspired Change)
by Diane Dakers
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 their team doctor and the attempt to cover it up. Readers will gain an understanding of the research process, the ethical standards journalists must follow, and the perseverance required to confirm a story...
Learning about Fact and Opinion (Media Literacy for Kids)
by Martha E H Rustad
Let's Find Ads in Magazines (First Step Nonfiction -- Learn about Advertising)
by Mari C Schuh
Power and Persuasion in Media and Advertising (Why Does Media Literacy Matter?)
by Down Susan
From Keith Haring to Extinction Rebellion, the civil rights movement to Black Lives Matter, what does a revolution look like? Discover the power of words and images in this thought-provoking look at protest art by highly acclaimed artivist De Nichols. From the psychedelic typography used in “Make Love Not War” posters of the '60s to the solitary raised fist, some of the most memorable and striking protest artwork from across the world and throughout history deserves a long, hard look. Readers c...
What Happens at a Magazine? / ¿Qué Pasa En La Editorial de Una Revista? (Where People Work/Donde Trabaja La Gente?)
by Lisa M Guidone
The Big Push (Exploring Media Literacy) (Exploring Media Literacy (Compass Point))
by Erika Wittekind
Revealing little-known facts about the fight to teach evolution in schools, this riveting account of the dramatic 1925 Scopes Trial (aka “the Monkey Trial”) speaks directly to today’s fights over what students learn, the tension between science and religion, the influence of the media on public debate, and the power of one individual to change history. Arrested For teaching John Scopes’s crime riveted the world, and crowds flocked to the trial of the man who dared to tell students about a for...
Climate Change (Get Informed-Stay Informed) (Get Informedstay Informed)
by Heather Hudak
From beloved author Sue Macy comes an illustrated biography of Mary Garber, one of the first female sports journalists in American history!
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. Perfect for fans of Matthew Syed’s You Are Awesome and Rashmi Sirdeshpande's Dosh. It’s never been easier to access the news; TV, radio, billboards, newspapers and endlessly buzzing on to the screens in our pockets. But with more and more news available, it’s hard to know what to...
News Literacy: Uncovering Bias in the News
by Duchess Harris and Laura K Murray
Media consumers rely on objectivity from their news sources, but that’s not always a realistic expectation. Uncovering Bias in the News looks at the ways in which multiple media outlets can cover the same story in vastly different ways, the reasons for these differences, and how to recognize bias in a news report. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources...
Tweet It!: Twitter Projects for the Real World (Cool Social Media)
by Carolyn Bernhardt
This book encourages readers to imagine themselves as cryptozoologists, or monster hunters. It describes reported sightings of monsters - in the air, on land and in water - and how the creatures reportedly look and behave. The book brings in examples from history and from around the world and shows how the idea that monsters exist continues to capture people's imagination.
Earthrise: Apollo 8 and the Photo That Changed the World
by James Gladstone
"Earthrise tells the story of the first time the planet Earth was photographed in color from space. The photo, later called Earthrise, was taken in 1968 by the astronauts on Apollo 8, the first US space mission to break free of Earth's orbit and circle the Moon. The Apollo 8 astronauts were surveying the lunar surface for places to land future missions. As they were charting the Moon, they happened to look up just as Earth, in a flash of color and life, was rising above the darkness of space and...
Immigration and Refugees (Get Informed Stay Informed) (Get Informedstay Informed)
by Heather C. Hudak
More than 65 million people are displaced in the world today and at least 17 million are refugees. This topical title addresses the issues surrounding how the world, and western countries in particular, deal with the overwhelming scale of refugees and immigrants flooding across borders.
Asking Questions about Violence in Popular Culture (21st Century Skills Library: Asking Questions about Media)
by Marie Powell and Jill Roesler
Asking Questions about Political Campaigns (21st Century Skills Library: Asking Questions about Media)
by Nancy E Weiss
Campaign ads are inescapable, especially in election years. Asking Questions about Political Campaigns shows what goes into those ads, how successful campaigns get their messages across, and how political campaigns and the media influence each other. Case studies prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of specific issues. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.
Journalist (Careers With Character) (Careers with Character (Mason Crest))
by Sherry Bonnice
Find out what it takes to be a journalist with character... Journalists have many career areas from which to choose. Some of the most common include: •News reporter; •Editor; •Investigative reporter; •Magazine writer; •Freelance writer; and •Foreign correspondent. Most employers in this field require experience as well as education, and equally important is character. Without the core qualities of a good character, journalists' work does not benefit those it serves. That's why journalists need:...
The Business of Being a Gaming Influencer (Influencers and Economics)
by Anita Nahta Amin
Let's Find Ads on Signs (First Step Nonfiction -- Learn about Advertising)
by Mari C Schuh
Understanding the News (Cracking the Media Literacy Code)
by Pamela Dell
This book helps children learn how to think scientifically with logic puzzles, challenges and activities. It encourages the reader to approach problems in a methodical way using a scientific method, and reveals how thinking scientifically helps us to understand how the world works . As well as puzzles, the book explores the stories of scientific minds from history to help children learn from the brilliant men and women of the past. Project Logic helps children aged 8+ to test and improve their...