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At the speed of lies

2023
High school junior Quinn Calvet gets caught up in the disappearance of kids in a nearby town, soon beginning to suspect more to the story than anyone understands, and it is up to her to expose a conspiracy.
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People to follow

a novel
2023
After arriving on a remote island to star in a reality television show, ten teen influencers find themselves caught in a deadly game, and as they receive threatening messages from a mysterious Sponsor, the influencers must figure out who is trying to "cancel" them before it is too late.
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Digital literacy

what is it and why does it matter?
2024
Though experts disagree about the specific meaning of the term digital literacy, it is usually used to refer to a variety of skills, including the ability to find content online, to create digital content, to communicate digitally, and-perhaps most important-to evaluate what is found online for accuracy and trustworthiness.

Growing up in public

coming of age in a digital world
2023
"The definitive book on helping kids navigate growing up in a world where nearly every moment of their lives can be shared and compared With social media and constant connection, the boundaries of privacy are stretched thin. Growing Up in Public shows parents how to help tweens and teens navigate boundaries, identity, privacy, and reputation in their digital world. We can track our kids' every move with apps, see their grades within minutes of being posted, and fixate on their digital footprint, anxious that a misstep could cause them to be "canceled" or even jeopardize their admission to college. And all of this adds pressure on kids who are coming of age immersed in social media platforms that emphasize 'personal brand,' 'likes,' and 'gotcha' moments"--Provided by publisher.

Ten arguments for deleting your social media accounts right now

2019
Provides 10 reasons for someone to delete all social media accounts in order to reconnect with the world.

Critter chat

what if animals used social media?
2022
Explores what animals from all over the planet might share with their friends through social media, including their unique characteristics, habits, and behaviors.

Broken code

inside Facebook and the fight to expose its harmful secrets
2023
"A behind-the-scenes look at the manipulative tactics Facebook used to grow its business, how it distorted the way we connect online, and the company insiders who found the courage to speak out"--Provided by publisher.

Critter chat

2023
Text and photographs explore what animals from all over the planet might share with their friends through social media.

Learn the language of social media

2022
"This book introduces readers to the most important terms used when talking about social media. Age-appropriate definitions and helpful pronunciations make this an essential reference for young readers getting ready to venture into the online world of social media. Word games and fact boxes keep readers engaged as they browse new words and their meanings"--Publisher.

Thinking critically

2023
"Social media makes spreading disinformation so easy that the world is awash in it. Disinformation is aimed at the government, businesses, schools, churches, and other pillars of society. While one false post can be dismissed as ridiculous, the accumulation of disinformation can take its toll on social media users, eroding their confidence in traditional institutions"--OCLC.

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