Susan Goldberg Releases The Book The 21st Century

National Geographic introduces kids to Breaking the News: What’s Real, What’s Not, and Why the Difference Matters. According to Pew Research Center, as of 2017 approximately two-thirds of people report receiving some — if not all — of their news from social media. In this timely and relevant title, National Geographic Kids shines a light on the history of news to reveal where we started, how far we've come, and the serious impact that misinterpretation and misinformation can have on the world. Vetted by a panel of award-winning journalists and media experts, and packed with fascinating facts and iconic photographs, this ultimate guide to the information age will get kids thinking about their relationship with and responsibility to media. Topics cover a broad range: defining freedom of speech, the journalists’ code of ethics, the dangers of propaganda and the future of news.