Fake News & False Information Reading Comprehension | Media Literacy, Critical Thinking & Worksheet

Help students decode the online world with this complete Fake News & False Information Media Literacy Pack—perfect for KS3–KS4 English, SPHE/PSHE, Citizenship, Digital Literacy and Critical Thinking lessons. This high-interest reading text explores what false information is, why it spreads, the impact of social media, and how students can learn to navigate misinformation with confidence.

The resource includes a detailed article covering clickbait, propaganda, satire, sloppy journalism, misleading headings, biased news, algorithms and filter bubbles. Paired with a comprehensive question set—ranging from retrieval to inference and extended responses—this pack provides everything you need for a full, ready-to-teach lesson on one of today’s most important topics.

Ideal for classwork, homework, comprehension lessons, digital literacy units or exam-skills practice.

What’s Included

► Full non-fiction article on fake news, misinformation and media literacy
►Student worksheet with retrieval, inference, vocabulary, explanation and opinion questions
► Clear explanations of clickbait, propaganda, satire, bias and filter bubbles
►Critical thinking tasks around truth, algorithms and online responsibility
► Perfect for whole-class reading, guided work or independent comprehension
► Suitable for English, PSHE/SPHE, Media Studies & Citizenship

Why Teachers Love It

• A real-world topic that engages every student
• Supports literacy, critical thinking and digital citizenship
• Encourages thoughtful discussion and modern media awareness
• No planning required—print and teach
• Ideal for developing comprehension skills across the curriculum

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