How to spot misinformation online?

It’s like trying to tell if your favorite candy is real or just pretend, you need clues!

Misinformation is when someone shares something that isn’t true, and they might not even know it. Think of it like a rumor at school: one kid says the ice cream truck will come today, but then everyone runs outside only to find out it’s tomorrow.

Who told you this? If it's your teacher, you can believe them more than if it's a classmate who forgot their homework. Try to find where the information came from, like a website or a video, and see if that place is known for being reliable.

Does it sound too good (or bad) to be true? If someone says, “You can lose all your weight in one day!” that’s probably misinformation. Real changes take time, just like growing taller, it happens slowly over days and weeks.

If you're not sure, ask a grown-up or a friend. Sometimes, just talking about it helps you see if something is true or fake. It's like solving a puzzle together! It’s like trying to tell if your favorite candy is real or just pretend, you need clues!

Misinformation is when someone shares something that isn’t true, and they might not even know it. Think of it like a rumor at school: one kid says the ice cream truck will come today, but then everyone runs outside only to find out it’s tomorrow.

Who told you this? If it's your teacher, you can believe them more than if it's a classmate who forgot their homework. Try to find where the information came from, like a website or a video, and see if that place is known for being reliable.

If you're not sure, ask a grown-up or a friend. Sometimes, just talking about it helps you see if something is true or fake. It's like solving a puzzle together!