"Reliable media outlets don't allow advertisers or officials to control what news they print or give favored treatment to them, nor do they deny news coverage to those who don't advertise or pay. However, as the amount of news sources online and elsewhere grow, some may often have a hidden agenda. 'Advertorial' copy in usually reputable sources can blur the lines even more. This book makes this sometimes-confusing topic accessible and understandable...

"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 qualify as good sources of information and which qualify as nothing more than misinformation or rumors. This book helps young readers to explore the sources of their information, defines what...

"News websites, TV news, radio news, and newspapers can all contain both opinion pieces and news stories, but how can you tell the difference? With real-life examples and historical facts, this fascinating book shows readers how to differentiate between these two major sections of any news product and what to keep in mind when reading, listening, or watching. They'll also learn how to pick out those times when the two cross over and how to be discerning...