Understanding Deepfakes

By Jennifer Sanderson

Deepfakes are flooding the internet--convincing fakes that can fool anyone. But what exactly are they, and how can teens spot the difference between real and fake?

This essential guide breaks it all down, revealing how deepfakes are made, why they exist, and how they're being used--both for good and for harm. From fake videos of celebrities to political misinformation, teens will discover how deepfakes are shaping the digital world--and how to stay one step ahead. Eye-opening scenarios help readers spot red flags, while insights into teen online habits show why understanding deepfakes is a must-have skill today.

"How to Survive Online" features walk teens through real-life situations with smart, step-by-step moves to outsmart deepfakes and stay safe. Each chapter ends with a quick recap of digital survival tools to build confidence and digital street smarts.

This is an essential guide to understanding deepfakes for all teens.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1917509413
• ISBN13: 9781917509411
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Cheriton Children's Books
• Length: 48 Pages
• Age Range: 11 to 16 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 11