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Written for middle-grade and older readers, Eyes and Spies looks at the way information and data about us is collected and used by individuals, governments, companies, and organizations. Each chapter covers one aspect of the subject, from data collection to computer surveillance to personal privacy. Arguments for both increased security and increased privacy are offered, which encourages readers to think critically about issues and decide for themselves. The book asks three simple questions: Whos watching, and why? Where is the line between public and private? How can you keep your secrets to yourself? Creepy Line" sidebars highlight controversial real-life scenarios and ask readers where they would set their own boundaries. Action Alerts encourage readers to find out more about how surveillance and data mining affects them. Other topics include how students are tracked at school; cyberbullying, and cyber safety. Color illustrations and a dynamic design make this an enlightening and engaging read. Read more Continue reading Read less REVIEW "Although its written for kids . . . every adult should get this book, read it tive times, and then read it aloud to every child in their life." -- BC Bookworld, Summer/17 "This lively effort serves well as a revealing, thoughtful, and provocative introduction to a complex subject and alarming realities." -- Kirkus Reviews, 01/15/17 "This is a mind-broadening read and an excellent addition to library collections, containing intriguing facts and major topics that invite debate and critical analysis." -- Canadian Childrens Book News, Spring/17 "Accessible yet thought-provoking." -- BOOKLIST , 03/15/17 "Highly engaging and eye-opening . . . "Valuable" is an understatement. A timely read on surveillance and mass data collection for public and school libraries." -- School Library Journal, 02/01/17 "Deserves a wide readership amongst pre-teens and young teens alike." -- CM Reviews, 09/08/17 "A good informational resource and cautionary tale." -- Youth Services Book Review, 06/08/19 ABOUT THE AUTHOR Tanya Lloyd Kyi: Tanya Lloyd Kyi is the award-winning author of 16 books for young readers, including DNA Detective, When the Worst Happens, and 50 Poisonous Questions. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. Belle Wuthrich is an illustrator and designer. Read more Continue reading Read less
About the Author
Tanya Lloyd Kyi has written more than 20 books for middle grade and young adult readers. Her work has won a BC Book Prize, a Science in Society Book Award from the Canadian Science Writers Association, and the Information Book Award from the Canadian Literature Roundtables of Canada. Her books have been translated into Korean, Cantonese, French, German, and Swedish. Tanya's most recent publications include Prince of Pot (Groundwood) , Eyes and Spies (Annick) , and Shadow Warrior (Annick) . Tanya lives in Vancouver, B.C., with her husband Min. They have two children.
