Out now: Behind the Screens

Out now: Behind the Screens, written by Dr Niraj Lal, with illustrations by our wonderful client Aśka!

Published by UQP

Behind the Screens is an illustrated guide that empowers young people aged 9–13 to navigate the online world with awareness, responsibility and confidence 🎧🌎🎮💻

The internet is one of the most life-changing inventions in history. But there are things happening behind the screens that are changing how we behave: influencing what we buy, what we’re interested in and how long we stay online. As we start using the internet and AI to do everything, it’s helpful to explore how the tech is using us a little too.

It explores:
• data collection and digital surveillance
• the power of algorithms
• a future with artificial intelligence
• the pros and cons of gaming and social media
• how to be happy and safe online.

‘A great book. What every kid starting out on screens needs to know.’ - Dr Norman Swan AM

‘This book should be mandatory in our schools. It’s armour for the digital age.’ - Todd Sampson

‘An optimistic, balanced look at the internet, empowering readers to understand what’s really going on online. This is the kind of book that sparks conversations in classrooms and around kitchen tables alike.’ - Megan Daley

Read more about Behind the Screens here

Congratulations Aśka!