The term 'fake news' may be relatively new, but the idea of presenting false information as a legitimate news story in an attempt to influence public opinion certainly isn't. Aimed at young tweens and teens, this is a clear, factual and accessible explaination of what fake news is and what motivates people to create it. The book looks at the various ways in which people receive information and the risks of being manipulated by half-truths, rumours or lies. It considers what motivates those who create and disseminate fake news and aks what societies and individuals can do to spot and stop fake news.

 

This book is part of a book series called Who? What? Why? .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2018 by Hachette Children's Group .

Izzi Howell is an editor and author of books for children.

This book has the following chapters:

• 1: What is fake news?
• 2: Where does information come from?
• 3: What is propaganda?
• 4: Why create fake news?
• 5: Who is creating fake news?
• 6: What information can we see on social media?
• 7: How does fake news spread on social media?
• 8: What are the dangers of fake news?
• 9: How can we spot fake news?
• 10: Why don't people trust the media?
• 11: How can we stop fake news?
• 12: Glossary
• 13: Further information
• 14: Index