New Releases by Benjamin Selfridge

Whether using a social networking site like MySpace or Facebook or building a Web page from scratch, millions of teens are actively creating a vibrant part of the Internet. This is the definitive teen's guide to publishing exciting web pages and blogs on the Web. This easy-to-follow guide shows teenagers how to: Create great MySpace and Facebook pages Build their own unique, personalized Web site Share the latest news with exciting blogging ideas Protect themselves online with cyber-safety tips Written by a teenager for other teens, this book leads readers step-by-step through the basics of web and blog design. In this book, teens learn to go beyond clicking through web sites to learning winning strategies for web design and great ideas for writing blogs that attract attention and readership.

Most students are familiar with the World Wide Web, but few are familiar with the underlying technology that makes it possible: HTML. A Kid's Guide to Creating Web Pages for Home and School is designed for those who have grown up with computers but who have never had the chance to create their own Web site. Written by a kid for kids, this book leads readers step-by-step through the basics of HTML, with an inquisitive approach that encourages experimentation and fun. Projects include: Fonts and font styles, Working with Notepad, Image placement, Creating tables, Linking to other Web sites, General multi-page design, Advanced techniques using JavaScript. By the final lesson, students will have developed the skills necessary to publish their own Web sites! Book jacket.