Everyone uses the internet! But do we understand how it really works? Inside Story: How the Internet Works is a guide for 8-12 year olds that takes readers behind the scenes and gives them the inside scoop on this ever-relevant topic.
With accessible information and practical tips written by real-life computer scientist Craig Steele, children will be well-equipped with the knowledge they need to navigate the tricky internet landscape, from the history of the internet to how websites are made and coded, who works on the internet and how to stay safe while you're using it.
Featuring fun, friendly and engaging illustrations by Terri Po, this approachable guide is the perfect resource to help children navigate the ever-changing internet and really get the inside story. Plus, look out for Inside Story: How the News Works, another book in this expert-led series.
An all-encompassing guide to the internet, looking at how it's made and who by, how the internet plays a role in different areas of our lives (e.g. communication, entertainment, shopping and business), the latest issues surrounding the internet and how to work with parents and guardians to stay safe online.Written by an expert author - Craig Steele, a computer scientist and digital skills educator. Plus tips from other contacts in the industry who can provide first-hand knowledge.A practical resource featuring tips on how children can safely use the internet with parental supervision, plus activities focused on internet safety and preparing children for wider internet use in the future.Fun, engaging and accessible illustrations from emerging non-fiction talent Terri Po bring life to more serious topics.Sample contents: history of the internet, infrastructure of the internet, how data travels across the internet, how the internet changed communication, entertainment and buying and selling things, who makes the internet, how people make money on the internet, how the internet can be helpful/harmful, different technology on the internet, the future of the internet 
