It’s vital that young people can evaluate what they see online. Joyce uses real-life examples and powerful strategies to help kids spot fake news and understand how credible journalism is created.

I start off the presentation talking about what it’s like to be a journalist and how journalists gather facts to create articles. We also talk about the importance of accuracy and inclusiveness in journalism. And we talk about “fake news” and why it’s a problem.

Then we’ll play “POST or PASS?” a fun, interactive game I developed to help students (and adults!) learn how to spot fake news. SO fun!

TESTIMONIAL

“Thank you for your amazing presentation!
The students loved it and were telling me how much they enjoyed it.
Many of them were shocked that they had a hard time deciphering fact from fiction.
It was such a beneficial presentation for all of us.”
-M. F., Teacher-Librarian, YRDSB (2023)

FREE TEACHING RESOURCES

• Joyce Grant’s “Can You Believe It? How to Spot Fake News and Find the Facts” is an excellent companion to this presentation.
• There is also a free downloadable Teaching Guide.
• Joyce’s free website, TeachingKidsNews.com, helps students broaden their knowledge and critical thinking skills.

All of Joyce’s presentations are tailored to your students’ needs, to support your teaching.