Books About Media Literacy

The Best Media Literacy Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about media literacy? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Media Literacy

Killer Underwear Invasion!
Graphic Nov.
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Killer Underwear Invasion!

Can you spot fake news? Discover the truth behind outrageous stories.

88 pages· 2,950 words· Est. 33 min read
4.5 Goodreads · 1,278 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Join a young detective on a quest to uncover the truth behind wild stories like unicorns on the moon and Martian invasions. This humorous guide teaches kids to navigate the tricky world of fake news, equipping them with essential skills to discern fact from fiction. With quirky illustrations and a playful tone, this book empowers young readers to become savvy media consumers, making informed decisions in a world full of misinformation. Will they learn to separate truth from tall tales? Dive in to find out!
What Are Hoaxes and Lies?
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$3039
Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

What Are Hoaxes and Lies?

Famous hoaxes have fooled people for centuries. How can readers spot the next one?

32 pages
3.5 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Hoaxes and lies have fooled people throughout history, and they still spread today. This book looks at well-known examples from the past and present, shows how they deceived people, and gives readers tips for spotting a hoax and thinking critically about the information they hear every day.
Click, Swipe, Learn
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$2945
Picture Book · Ages 8–10 · 2025

Click, Swipe, Learn

Online content can mislead or harm. How do kids use the internet wisely?

48 pages
3.0 Goodreads · 2 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Kids spend hours a day watching, reading and creating digital content, some of it full of misinformation, altered images or harmful ideas. This step-by-step guide teaches digital literacy: how to judge what you see online, avoid copyright trouble, and think before posting.