belief and doubt

"Confirmation bias is the tendency of people to interpret, remember, and specifically seek out information that confirms beliefs they already have. It's part of how the human brain works. Being aware of its existence and how it can creep into your life is the best defense. A growing feeder of confirmation bias in the modern world is the internet, particularly social media, where it's easy to surround yourself with a bubble of like-minded people. In this text we will explore the ways that the social media bubble encourages confirmation bias, and how to combat it"--Provided by publisher.

Lina and Doon are thrilled to see their people join them above ground in the vibrant village of Sparks, but suspicion and prejudice soon turn the villagers and newcomers against each other.

The co-founder of "Skeptic" magazine explains why people are so willing to believe in mind reading, alien abductions, ghosts, and other manifestations of pseudoscience, and discusses how such wrong thinking can lead to very real danger.

Lina and Doon are thrilled to see their friends from the underground city of Ember join them above ground in the village of Sparks, but suspicion and prejudice soon turn them against each other.

A terrifying and unforgettable story of what happens in Meany's life as a result of hitting a foul ball that kills his best friend's mother.

Little Imani of the Maasai people longs to do something great, like touching the moon, but the other children just laugh at her.

"Confirmation bias is the tendency of people to interpret, remember, and specifically seek out information that confirms beliefs they already have. It's part of how the human brain works. Being aware of its existence and how it can creep into your life is the best defense. A growing feeder of confirmation bias in the modern world is the internet, particularly social media, where it's easy to surround yourself with a bubble of like-minded people. In this text we will explore the ways that the social media bubble encourages confirmation bias, and how to combat it"--Provided by publisher.

"Children will learn about the different beliefs held by people about religion, culture, and family"--Back cover.

In an isolated, matriarchal society, Jena embraces her role as one of the few, honored girls who mine life-sustaining mica. But when she learns how far the Mothers will go to ensure their people's survival, she begins to question everything.

Discusses five guidelines for ending needless suffering and recovering the authentic self, covering tips such as speaking with integrity, not taking things personally, not making assumptions, always doing one's best, and listening with skepticism in order to hear the truth.