&EPA
         United States
         Environmental Protection
         Agency
            Office of
            Administrator
            Washington, DC 20460
EPA 100-B-98-004
May 1999
www.epa.gov
Child Health Champion
Resource Guide

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                            DISCLAIMER:
   This document has been funded wholly by the United States Environmental
 Protection Agency (U.S. EPA). The contents do not necessarily reflect the views
and policies of the U.S. EPA, nor does mention of any trade names or commercial
         products constitute endorsement or recommendation for use.

 The resources contained in this Guide were obtained though a variety of sources
   including those provided by members of EPA's Children's Health Protection
  Advisory Committee.  There are undoubtedly many additional resources that
  would be very useful to communities, which are not included here. We will
          include additional resources in future updates of this Guide.

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                     HOW TO USE THIS RESOURCE GUIDE:

This Resource Guide was developed as part of U.S. EPA's Child Health Champion Campaign—a
program designed to empower local citizen's and communities to take steps toward protecting
their children from environmental health threats. It includes descriptions of 241 resources that may
be of interest to communities participating in  the Child Health Champion Campaign. The resources
are organized by the following categories and subcategories, as indicated in the Table of Contents:

!   Air
    R   Air Quality
    R   Ozone/UV Radiation
!   Contaminants
    R   Lead
    R   Pesticides
    R   General Toxics
!   Environmental Education and Community Organization
!   Food
!   Health End Points
    R   Asthma
    R   Birth Defects
    R   Cancer
    R   General
!   Indoor Environment
    R   Homes
    R   Schools
    R   Other Buildings
    R   Indoor Air Quality
    R   Radon
    R   Tobacco Smoke
    R   General
    Water
    Other Resources

In some instances, individual  resources could be included in more than one category. However, to
preserve space, these resources are placed in  the category that best describes them. The Abstract
and/or Content sections for each resource indicate the additional categories that are applicable to
the resource.

An  Index is provided at the back of this Guide to assist readers in identifying resources using
alternative terms. For example, if readers are looking for resources that are available in a foreign
language, or teaching materials that can be used in the classroom, they can refer to the Index,
which will indicate the page(s) where such resources can be found.

Seven icons are used in the report to illustrate to readers the resource type. A description of each
icon is provided on the next page.

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                 ICONS USED IN THIS RESOURCE GUIDE:
        >  Book or booklet
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        >  Informational pamphlet
        >. Three-ring binder notebook
          CD-ROM
          Instructional guidebook
          Poster
OTHER  Other resources, including, but not limited to, fact sheets, information kits,
         teaching guides, research articles, toxicological profiles, and strategic plans.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
AIR  	1
   AIR QUALITY  	1
      Your Smog Action Guide  	1
      There's Change In The Air	1
      Clearing the Air Special Edition: Breathless	2
      Achieving Clean Air...Together	3
      Join Smogbusters!	3
      Smogbusters Coloring Book  	4
      Where Does it Hurt? Answers to Questions About Smog and Health	4
      Playing it Safe on Smoggy Days 	5
      Hazard in the Haze (A Special Reprint)	6
      Si Vives En El Alto Manhattan, Respirar Es Un Riesgo.
             El Humo Del Autobus Diesel Puede Matar  	6
      Air Quality and the Impact of Mobile Sources Outreach and Partnerships	7
      Cleaner Cars Module  	8
      Pollution Prevention (P2) Toolbox: Tools for Helping Teachers Integrate
             P2 Concepts in the Classroom	9
      Acid Rain: A Student's First Sourcebook 	10
      Clearing the Air: Facts and Fiction	10
   OZONE/UV RADIATION	11
      Ozone Action Days: A Special Alert for People with Asthma and Other Respiratory
             Problems  	11
      Be Cool; Cover Up!  	12
      EPA's Sunwise School Program Fact Sheet	12
      The Sun, UV, and You: A Guide To The UV Index and
             Sun-Safe Behavior	13
      Ultraviolet Index: What You  Need To Know	14
      Be Safe in the Sun! The SunWise School Program 	14
      Block the Sun, Not the Fun!  	15
      Practice Safe Sun  	16
      Ultraviolet (UV) Index  Forecast	17
      What is the Ultraviolet (UV)  Index?	17
      UV Radiation	18
      Ozone Depletion	19
      Health Effects of Overexposure to the Sun	19
      Action Steps for Sun Protection	20
      Sun Protection for Children	21

CONTAMINANTS	22
   LEAD	22
      Residential Lead Hazard Control Reference Library	22
      Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home	23
      Lead Poisoning And Your Children	24
      Building Bright Beginnings—Indiana I Am Your Child Coalition	24
      Getting the Lead Out—The Complete Resource on How to Prevent and
             Cope with Lead Poisoning	25
      Lead-Safe Homes and Healthy Families: Support for Lead Safe  Housing	26
      Connecting Points For  Healthy Kids: A Quick Check Reference For Medical Providers . .  27
      Sixteenth Street Community  Health Center	28
      Lead and Human Health	29
      Information on Lead Paint From The City and County of San Francisco's

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          Department of Health	30
   Maintaining a Lead Safe Home	30
   Derek the Dinosaur's Coloring Book About Lead	31
   Childhood Lead Poisoning: Information For Advocacy and Action	32
   Sesame Street Lead Away!  	33
   Lead In Your Home:  A Parent's Reference Guide	34
   Healthy Beginnings:  Lead Safe Families	35
   Let's Get The Lead Out!  	36
   Lead in American Schools: What School Districts Should and Should Not Do  	37
   Healthy Yard, Toxic Yard  	37
   Lead: A Cross Program Strategy	38
   Reducing Lead Hazards When Remodeling Your  Home  	39
   Does Your Child...; You Can't Ignore Lead Poisoning...; and Before You Paint	39
   Be Safe with Lead-Man	40
   Finding a Qualified Lead Professional for Your Home  	41
   Making Your Kids and Your Home Safe from Lead Poisoning	41
   Children and Lead? A Guide for Parents and Day Care Providers	42
   Lead—Is  Your Child at Risk?	43
   Lead-Free Kids, Lead-Free Homes	43
   No Lead  Because We Know Lead	44
   Multi-Reel "Lead Poisoning PSAs"  (with Phylicia Rashad)   	45
   Protecting Your Child From Lead Poisoning	45
PESTICIDES  	46
   U.S. EPA Office of Pesticide Programs "Care Package"  	46
   Use Least Toxic Pest Controls	48
   IPM for Schools: A How-to Manual	48
   Anne Arundel County Public Schools Integrated Pest Management Plan and
          Pest Management Practices	49
   Pesticides In The Home: Some Tips About Pesticides and Their Alternatives  	50
   To Spray or Not To Spray  	50
   Designer Poisons: How To Protect Your Health and Home From Toxic Pesticides 	51
   Pesticide Education Center: Consumer Pesticide Safety Series #1, General Information . . 52
   Pesticide Exposure and Cancer in Children: Summary of Selected Studies 	53
   Putting Children First: Making Pesticide Levels in Food Safer for Infants & Children  .... 53
   Pesticide Information Package	54
   Pest Control in the School Environment: Adopting Integrated Pest Management	55
   Estrogenic Pesticides: What You Need to Know and What You Need to Do	56
   Solutions 	57
   Materials from the New York Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides	58
   Children, Pesticides,  and Schools: What You Can Do To Protect Your Children
          From the Harmful Effects Of Pesticides In Schools	58
   Pesticide Poisoning Action Guide for Agricultural Pesticides in the Midwest  	59
   Healthy Lawn, Healthy Environment: Caring For Your Lawn in an
          Environmentally Friendly Way	60
   For Your Information: Using Insect Repellents Safely	61
   For Your Information: Pesticides and Child Safety  	62
   Ten Tips To Protect Children From Pesticide And  Lead Poisonings Around the Home ... 62
   Emergency Action Guide For Pesticide Incidents	63
   Pesticides and Children: What the  Pediatric Practitioner Should Know	64
   ESL For Farm Safety   	65
   Radio Pesticida Worker Protection Kit	65
   Radio Pestisid Worker Protection Kit	66
GENERAL  TOXICS	67
   Home  SAFE Home & Related Projects	67

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       Toxicological Profile for Chlorpyrifos  	68
       Risk Assessment: A Flexible Approach To Problem Solving  	69
       Environmental Defense Fund Chemical Score Card Fact Sheet	70
       Toxicology for the Citizen	71
       ATSDR ToxFAQs™ Sheets	71
       Uptown Eye	72
       Wood Preservatives For Applicators  	73
       HAZ-ED Classroom Activities for Understanding Hazardous Waste	74
       Warning: It's dazzling, It's slick, It's awesome, It's MERCURY.... and  It can kill you! ... 75
       ATSDR and EPA Warn the Public About Continuing Patterns of
             Metallic Mercury Exposure  	76

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION 	77
       Environmental Education Materials: Guidelines for Excellence	77
       SALTA: An Environmental Justice and Community Organizing Training Manual	78
       Community Services Division of the National Association of Counties	79
       Healthy Communities • Healthy Youth: A National Initiative of the
             Search Institute to Unite Communities for Children and Adolescents 	80
       National PTA Leader's Guide to Environmental Issues—Workshop Presentation Kit .... 81
       National PTA—Advocacy Training Manual  	82
       An Ounce of Prevention  Keeps The Germs Away 	83
       Partners In Action For Teen Health (PATH)  	83
       Healthy Child Care America Campaign	84
       Understanding Environmental Health Risks—Teacher's Manual	85
       Workshop and Grantee Meeting:  K-12 Environmental  Health Science Education  	86
       Community-Based Environmental Protection: A Resource Book for Protecting
             Ecosystems and Communities 	87
       National PTA Initiatives of the Education Commission, 1997-1998	88
       Information from the National Coalition of Hispanic Health and
             Human Services Organizations 	89
       Community Partnerships for Healthy Children: An Initiative of the
             Sierra Health Foundation	90
       The 1997 Paul G. Keough Earth Artists Program	91
       Resource Guide on Children's Environmental Health	91
       Youth and the Environment Training and Employment Program	92
       Decisions Based on Science 	93
       Urban Runoff Management Information/Education Products	94
       How to Put Together a Competitive Environmental Education Proposal  	95
       Grant Funding for Your Environmental Education Program: Strategies  and Options	95
       The Superfund Jobs Training Initiative (Super JTI)	96
       A Guide to Environmental Education Resources	97
       School Recycling Programs: A Handbook for Educators	97
       The San Francisco Healthy Children's Community Collaboration's
             Application for Funding to the Environmental Protection Agency	98

FOOD	99
       Fight Bac!™: Keep Food Safe From Bacteria	99
       How To Help Avoid Foodborne Illness In The Home	100
       "Overexposed: Organophosphate Insecticides in Children's Food"	101
       Feeding Baby Safely: Facts, Fads, and Fallacies	102
       Does Nature Know Best? Natural Carcinogens and Anticarcinogens In America's Food  102
       Growing Food Crops on City Lots	103
       A Taste of English	104
       The Farmworker Nutrition Education Resource Guide	104

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      Radio Nutricion Service Provider's Kit	105
      Radio Nutricion Supplemental Edition	106

HEALTH END POINTS	107
   ASTHMA	107
      Occupational Asthma	107
      Allergies in Children: Guidelines For Parents	107
      How To Help Your Child With Asthma: Guidelines For Parents	108
      Captain America	109
      Zap Asthma 	109
      Resource Directory: A Guide to Asthma Programs and Services	110
      Asthma: Learning to Control Your Symptoms	111
      Breathe Easy: Young People's Guide to Asthma	112
      Bronkie the Bronchiasaurus	112
      Asthma and the Role of Air Pollution	113
   BIRTH  DEFECTS	114
      March of Dimes Public Health Educational Materials Catalog  	114
   CANCER  	115
      Handle With Care: Children and Environmental Carcinogens  	115
      Cancer and the Environment: What the Primary Care Physician Should Know  	115
   GENERAL  	116
      ATSDR Child Health Initiative—Inventory of Child Health Activities 1997	116
      Priorities in Caring For Your Children: A Primer For Parents	117
      Environmental  Health Threats to Children, 1996	118
      The ABCs Of Clean  	119
      Clean And Safe: The Facts About Using Household Cleaning Products
             Effectively And Safely	119
      Environmental  Diseases from A to Z 	120

INDOOR ENVIRONMENT	121
   HOMES	121
      Master Home Environmentalist Program  	121
      Master Home Environmentalist: Do-it-yourself Home Environmental Assessment
             List (HEAL) 	122
      Home Safe  Home For Your Explorer	123
      The Inside Story: A Guide to  Indoor Air Quality  	123
      How Healthy is the Air in Your Home? A Room-By-Room Checklist For Your
             Home's Indoor Air 	125
      Biological Pollutants in Your  Home	125
      Home Controls of Allergies and Asthma  	126
      Healthy Indoor Air for America's Homes—An Indoor Air Quality
             Training Handbook for State Program Managers and Community Educators  ... 127
      Homeowner's Guide to Ventilation	128
      Raising Children Toxic Free: A Parents Checklist of Household Environmental Hazards 129
      Safe Homes: Suggestions for Reduction of Potential Pollutant Sources
             to Help Ensure Safe Air Quality in Private Homes 	130
      The Inside Story: A Guide to  Indoor Air Quality  	131
   SCHOOLS	132
      Open Airways For Schools Program  	132
      Impact of an Infection Control Program in a Specialized Preschool, American
             Journal  of Infection Control, Volume 24,  No. 3, 167-173	133
      New York Healthy Schools Network  	134
      Indoor Air Quality Tools For Schools	134
      Indoor Air Quality  Management Program  	136

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      The ABC's of Asbestos In Schools	136
      Environmental Hazards in Your School: A Resource Handbook	137
   OTHER BUILDINGS  	138
      Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality in Hospitals	138
      A Compilation of Indoor Air Quality Fact Sheets	139
   INDOOR AIR QUALITY	140
      What You Should Know About Combustion Appliances and Indoor Air Pollution	140
      Indoor Air Quality - Desk Reference	140
      How's Your School's I(A)Q?	141
      Indoor Air Quality in Schools: A Fact Sheet for Parents  	142
      Indoor Air Quality Basics for Schools  	142
      Children and the Indoor Environment Activities	143
   RADON	144
      Reducing Radon Risks	144
      A Citizen's Guide to Radon: The Guide To Protecting Yourself And
             Your Family From Radon (Second Edition)	145
      The Radon Student Activity Book 	146
      Radon Measurement in Schools: Revised Edition	146
      Reducing Radon In Schools: A Team Approach	147
      Radon in Schools (Second Edition): Every School Should Take this Simple Test 	148
      Radon Public Service Announcement: "Dust Particles"  	149
      Radon Awareness Coloring Book 	150
      El Radon/A Guide to Radon  	150
      Home  Buyer's and Seller's Guide to Radon	151
      Reducing Radon Risks	152
      A Physician's Guide to Radon	153
      A Radon Guide for Tenants	153
   TOBACCO SMOKE 	154
      Children & Tobacco: A Guide to the New Federal  Regulations  	154
      Environmental Tobacco Smoke, A Danger To Children: Guidelines For Parents 	155
      Marketing Cigarettes To  Kids	156
      Proteja A Su Familia... Ese Humo Es Una Amenza	156
      Secondhand Smoke: What You Can do About Secondhand Smoke as Parents,
             Decision Makers, and Building Occupants	157
      "Environmental Tobacco Smoke and Other Indoor  Air Pollution Problems
             Affecting Children" Speaker's Kit	158
      Rex Ronan, Experimental Surgeon	159
   GENERAL  	160
      Creating Indoor Air Quality Programs in Low Income Communities and
             Communities of Color—An Organizer's Handbook  	160
      The Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse	161
      Teacher's Guide to Indoor Air Pollutants	162
      Indoor Air Community Leader Kit for Women and  Children	163

WATER	164
      1998 Blue Thumb Kit: Ride the Water Cycle, Drinking Water Week, May 3-9, 1998  . . 164
      Ground Water: The Hidden Resource (Middle School Edition)	165
      Give Water A Hand: A National Youth Program For Local Environmental Action	166
      Protecting Our Ground Water	166
      The Water Sourcebook (Grades 3-5)  	167
      The Water Sourcebook (Grades 9-12)  	168
      Groundwater: A Citizen's Guide	169
      The Safe Drinking  Water Act and Regulatory Flexibility: Changing the Rules	170
      Protect Your Groundwater: Educating For Action	171

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       Kids For Saving Earth: The Pollution Solution	171
       1998 Groundwater Guardian Assistance Kit 	172
       Groundwater & Surface Water: Understanding The Interaction  	174
       National Water Quality Inventory 1994 Report to Congress	175
       Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water Publications	175
       Desdemona's Splash	176
       Water Resources Education Posters	177
       That Magnificent Ground Water Connection	178
       A World in Our Backyard  	178
       Drinking Water Activities for Teachers and Students 	180
       Enviroscape II	181
       We All Live Downstream 	181

OTHER RESOURCES	182
       The EPA Children's Environmental Health Yearbook	182
       Your Child And The Environment: Guidelines For Parents	183
       Home*A*Syst: An Environmental Risk-Assessment Guide For The Home	184
       The Healthy Home Handbook 	185
       Raising Children Toxic Free 	186
       Healthy Homes, Healthy Kids: Protecting Your Children From Everyday
             Environmental Hazards	186
       Our Children at Risk: The 5 Worst Environmental Threats to Their Health 	187
       EPA Strategic Plan	188
       No Kidding Around: America's Young Activists Are Changing Our World and
             You Can Too	189
       Software for Environmental Awareness  	190
       Resources for Schools	191
       Healthy Steps: Child  Health and Development Record 	192
       Environmental Health Center's EnvironMinutes Kid's Corner	193
       What to do About Hazardous  Chemical Emergencies  	194
       National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Educational Materials Catalog
             for Professionals 	194

INDEX	196

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  AIR
AIR QUALITY
YOUR SMOG ACTION GUIDE
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The Ozone Mapping Project— a partnership with U.S. EPA,
the Mid-Atlantic Regional Air Management Association, Northeast States
for Coordinated Air Use Management, and the Ozone Transport
Commission

Information not available

Air Quality Hotline
(800)821-1237

U.S. EPA Ground Level Ozone Information:
Content:

Abstract:
http://www.epa.gov/region01/eco/ozone/

Information not available

Tri-fold brochure with information about smog

Residents in the New England area

(See Tool Type/Purpose)
          This brochure explains what you should know about smog, how smog can make you
          sick, and how to minimize the danger of smog. It also includes information about the
          Ozone Map, a new smog alert technology that provides vital information needed to
          protect individuals from unhealthy air quality.
THERE'S CHANGE IN THE AIR
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The Clean Air Partners, which is comprised of U.S. EPA
Region 1, Massachusetts Port Authority, New England Electric System
Companies, Boston Edison Company, and the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts

Information not available

Clean Air Partners
(800)821-1237 (option #6)

Clean Air Partners Web Site:
http://www.cleanfuels.com

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Tool Type/Purpose:



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                        Four-fold brochure that provides information in English and Spanish on
                        Boston Logan Airport's use of "clean fuels" in their shuttle buses, water
                        taxis, cars, and boats.

                        Residents of Boston and surrounding areas

                        (See Tool Type/Purpose)
Abstract:   This brochure highlights The Clean Air Partners' effort to reduce air pollution through
           the use of clean fuels in Boston Logan Airport's transportation vehicles. It includes
           information on how clean fuels protect health, and the benefits of using compressed
           natural gas, electricity, and biodiesel.
CLEARING THE AIR SPECIAL EDITION: BREATHLESS
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Date Developed:

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                        Coalition for Clean Air

                        Spring 1997

                        Coalition for Clean Air
                        901 Wilshire Blvd.,  Suite 350
                        Santa Monica, CA 90401
                        Phone: (310)260-4770
                        Fax: (310) 260-4774
                        E-mail: airclean@igc.apc.org

                        Information not available

                        Information not available

                        Newsletter for the general public that focuses on particulate matter.

                        Residents of Southern California

                        Facts on particulate matter, brief question-and-answer section written by
                        a doctor, and simple tips to increase your safety. Also includes a one-
                        page fact sheet and a small, colorful poster with information and tips on
                        particulate matter intended for home or classroom. A list of sources for
                        further information is provided.

Abstract:   This booklet uses Southern California as its reference point but the  information on
           particulate matter is probably broadly applicable. It describes the problems and some
           easy solutions for particulate matter in a concise manner.
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ACHIEVING CLEAN AIR... TOGETHER
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Coalition for Clean Air
Information not available

Coalition for Clean Air
10780 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 210
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone:  (310)441-1544
Fax: (310)446-4362
E-mail:  airclean@igc.apc.org

Information not available

Information not available

Four-fold brochure describing the Coalition for Clean Air.

Residents living in Southern California.

Information on the Coalition for Clean Air, what one can do about air
pollution, how air pollution intensifies asthma, and how to get involved
and support community clean air programs.
Abstract:   The Coalition for Clean Air is dedicated to restoring clean, healthful air to Southern
           Californians by organizing broad-based community involvement, advocating
           responsible public health policy, and providing a source for technical and educational
           expertise. It publishes a newsletter and brochures, sponsors a Speakers' Bureau
           Program, and answers public information requests daily free of charge.
JOIN SMOGBUSTERS!
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South Coast Air Quality Management District

June 1994

South Coast Air Quality Management District
Public Information Center
P.O. Box 4937
Diamond Bar, CA 91765-0937
Phone: (909) 396-2000

South Coast Air Quality Management District Home Page:
http://www.aqmd.gov/

Information not available

15-page activity book for children.

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Target Audience:

Content:
Children living in Southern California

Information on air pollution, including puzzles, science experiments,
activities, and information for teachers.
Abstract:   The purpose of this booklet is to provide a colorful, kid-friendly book of information on
          air pollution, where it comes from, and what can be done about it.
SMOGBUSTERS COLORING BOOK
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South Coast Air Quality Management District

July 1988

South Coast Air Quality Management District
Public Information Center
P.O. Box 4937
Diamond Bar, CA 91765-0937
Phone: (909) 396-2000

South Coast Air Quality Management District Home Page:
http://www.aqmd.gov/

Information not available
A coloring book intended to educate children about air pollution
problems and solutions in Southern California.

Children living in Southern California

22 pages of line drawings and text.
Abstract:   This coloring book is targeted at elementary school aged children living in Southern
          California. It describes symptoms of exposure to air pollution, sources of pollution, and
          strategies for avoiding illness.
WHERE DOES IT HURT? ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS ABOUT SMOG
AND HEALTH

Developer/Publisher:    South Coast Air Quality Management District

Date Developed:        1989

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South Coast Air Quality Management District
Public Information Center
P.O. Box 4937
Diamond Bar, CA 91765-0937
Phone: (909) 396-2000

South Coast Air Quality Management District Home Page:
http://www.aqmd.gov/

Information not available

36-page booklet targeted  at concerned citizens that provides an
overview of conditions and a brief discussion on scientific findings
related to the current air quality in Southern California.

Residents of Southern California

Descriptions of the sources of air  pollution and evaluations of air quality
standards.
Abstract:   This booklet provides information on five pollutants—ozone, nitrogen oxide, carbon
           monoxide, particulate matter, and hydrocarbons—and their sources. It examines the
           effects of each of these pollutants on sensitive populations, including children. It offers
           some brief abstracts on U.S. EPA studies of air pollution problems.
PLAYING IT SAFE ON SMOGGY DAYS
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South Coast Air Quality Management District

March 1992

South Coast Air Quality Management District
Public Information Center
P.O. Box 4937
Diamond Bar, CA 91765-0937
Phone: (909) 396-2000

South Coast Air Quality Management District Home Page:
http://www.aqmd.gov/

Information not available

Poster for children.

Information for children on air pollution, exercise, and health

This illustrated poster consists of lists of bullets on what smog does to
the lungs, heart, blood, brain, and immune and nervous systems. It also

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                      provides a pollutant-standards index, contacts for additional information,
                      further explanations of risk, and avoidance strategies.
Abstract:   (See Content section)



HAZARD IN THE HAZE (A SPECIAL REPRINT)

Developer/Publisher:    The Press Enterprise

                      1996
                                                                          OTHER
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                      The Press Enterprise
                      Phone: (800) 228-3483

                      The Press Enterprise Home Page:
                      http://www.enterpe.com

                      Information not available

                      Eight-page newspaper focusing on health problems caused by smog, the
                      politics surrounding the issue, and solutions to particle pollution.

                      General Public

                      Consists of articles on smog,  health risks, medical information, case
                      histories, and a forecast for future progress.
Abstract:   This collection of articles covers a full spectrum of issues and anecdotal information
          related to air pollution and amelioration strategies. It provides information on the
          causes and health effects associated with dust and chemicals in the air.
Si VIVES EN EL ALTO MANHATTAN, RESPIRAR Es UN RIESGO.
EL HUMO DEL AUTOBUS DIESEL PUEDE MATAR
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
                      West Harlem Environmental ACTion

                      1997

                      West Harlem Environmental ACTion
                      271 West 125th Street, Suite 211
                      New York, NY  10027
                      Phone: (212)961-1000
                      Fax: (212)961-1015
                      E-Mail: WHEACT@IGC.APC.ORG
Web Site:
                      Information not available

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                       Information not available
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                       Four-fold brochure written in Spanish that provides information on
                       particulate matter produced by diesel buses in New York City.

                       Residents living in Upper Manhattan, and others interested in air
                       pollution in New York City

Content:                Information on the danger of particulate matter produced by New York's
                       diesel buses.

Abstract:   West Harlem Environmental ACTion (WE ACT) was created in 1988 to educate
           community members about the environmental issues with which they are faced, and
           organize them to address their concerns. This brochure provides information on the
           dangers of particulate matter produced by New York City's diesel buses, and the
           benefits of buses that use natural gas.
AIR QUALITY AND THE IMPACT OF MOBILE SOURCES OUTREACH JQTHER
AND PARTNERSHIPS
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                       U.S. EPA Office of Mobile Sources

                       1997-1998

                       Susan Bullard
                       Director of Outreach and Communication
                       U.S. EPA Office of Mobile Sources
                       401 M Street, SW (6401)
                       Washington, DC 20460
                       Phone: (202)260-2614
                       Fax: (202) 260-6011
                       E-Mail: bullard.susan@epamail.epa.gov

                       U.S. EPA Office of Mobile Sources Home Page:
                       http://www.epa.gov/omswww

                       Not applicable

                       Listing of current outreach projects funded through U.S. EPA's Office of
                       Mobile Sources.

                       General Public

                       (See Tool Type/Purpose section)
Abstract:   Beginning in 1997 and 1998, U.S. EPA's Office of Mobile Sources entered into
           agreements and established partnerships with a number of organizations to: 1) provide
           national support for community-based mobile source public education efforts and, 2)
           encourage responsible choices for organizational and individual actions through public
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           education. This listing of current outreach projects emphasizes: transportation choices;
           education of vehicle owners and future drivers; car care and the role of the automotive
           technician; and related projects, such as ozone mapping and small engines.
CLEANER CARS MODULE
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             National Safety Council's Environmental Health Center

             Information not available

             Environmental Health Center
             A Division of the National Safety Council
             1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1200
             Washington, DC 20036
             Phone: (202) 293-2270
             fax: (202) 293-0032
             National Safety Council's Environmental Health Center Home Page:
             http://www.nsc.org/ehc.htm
Abstract:
             U.S. EPA Office of Mobile Sources Home Page:
             http://www.epa.gov/docs/OMSWWW/omshome.htm

             Information not available

             Learning module in notebook form aimed at increasing awareness and
             knowledge of air quality and mobile source emissions issues by drivers.
             It includes information on driving smart and actions individuals can take
             to reduce emissions.

             New and future drivers

             The following resource materials are contained in this module:
             !   Educational wheel
             !   Interactive computer program: "Cleaner Car Trivia"
             !   Video: "Exhausted: Clearing the Air, About Auto Emissions"
             !   Background information on air pollution, the Clean Air Act, and
                emissions from cars
             !   Brief description of inspection and maintenance programs
             !   Checklist for buying a better/cleaner car, maintaining a car, and
                maintaining vehicle air conditioning systems
             !   Information on the health effects of car emissions, determining fuel
                efficiency, electric vehicles,  and recycling auto fluids
The National Safety Council's Environmental Health Center developed this module to
teach beginner drivers how to responsibly maintain their cars, and explains the
environmental  and health impacts of these actions. It is hoped that this module will
instill responsible maintenance habits, which will  be continued throughout years of
driving.

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POLLUTION PREVENTION (P2) TOOLBOX: TOOLS FOR HELPING
TEACHERS INTEGRATE P2 CONCEPTS IN THE CLASSROOM
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Abstract:
             U.S. EPA Region 5

             Information not available

             For additional information on pollution prevention, contact the
             following people in the U.S. EPA Region 5 Office:

             !   Phil Kaplan, Pollution Prevention Coordinator, (312) 353-4669

             !   Helen Tsiapias,  Beneficial Landscaping/Native Landscaping
                Program, (312)886-7901

             !   Suzanne Saric, Environmental Education Coordinator, (312) 353-
                3209

             !   Audrie Washington,  Indoor Air/Energy Efficiency Group,  (312) 886-
                0669

             Pollution Prevention Toolbox Web Site:
             http://www.epa.gov/reg5rcra/wptdiv/p2pages/toolbox.htm

             The toolbox is available  for free off the Internet (see web site address
             above).

             A series of four-page lesson plans on various pollution prevention
             concepts in schools.

             Teachers who want to integrate pollution prevention concepts into their
             classrooms

             (See Abstract section)
This toolbox contains a series of four-page fact sheets on various pollution prevention
concepts in schools. Each fact sheet is designed to provide information on how
students and teachers can prevent pollution. These fact sheets cover the following
topics: Pollution Prevention; Household Hazardous Waste Reduction; Pesticides
Reduction; Energy Conservation; Water Pollution Prevention and Conservation; and
Pollution Prevention in Schools. The toolbox also includes a list of U.S. EPA Region 5
pollution prevention contacts and a list of other resources related to pollution
prevention.

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ACID RAIN: A STUDENT'S FIRST SOURCEBOOK
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U.S. EPA

July 1990

Office of Research and Development
Distribution Unit
U.S. EPA
Cincinnati, OH  45268
Information not available

Free

A 59-page study guide on acid rain.

4th-8th grade students and their teachers

Text, charts, graphs, pictures, activities, and experiments on acid rain.
Abstract:   The purpose of this sourcebook is to help students better understand the science,
           citizen action, and research issues that are part of the acid rain problem. The book
           contains various concepts concerning acid rain along with definitions, activities, and
           experiments all designed to give the student a better understanding of the acid rain
           problem and raise a greater interest in  its resolution.
CLEARING THE AIR: FACTS AND FICTION
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Physicians for Social Responsibility

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Physicians for Social Responsibility
1101 14th Street, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202)898-0150
Fax: (202)898-0172

Physicians for Social Responsibility:
http:/www.psr.org
Information not available

Two-fold brochure explaining the facts regarding EPA's proposed new
standards for air pollutants, such as ozone and fine particulates, in
response to industry statements opposing the new standards.
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Target Audience:

Content:
General Public

Facts about air quality.
Abstract:  This brochure addresses five statements from industries that have launched an assault
          on EPA's proposed new air quality standards.
OZONE/UV RADIATION

OZONE ACTION DAYS: A SPECIAL ALERT FOR PEOPLE WITH
ASTHMA AND OTHER RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS
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U.S. EPA Region 5

May 1995

For more information, contact your State air pollution control agency or
U.S. EPA:
!   Illinois EPA: (217) 782-5562
!   Indiana Department of Environmental Management:
   (800)451-6027
!   Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources: (608) 266-7718
!   U.S. EPA: (800)621-8431

Information on Ozone Action Day:
http://www.epa.gov/docs/reg5oair/naaqs/o3info.htm

Brochure Text:
http://www.epa.gov/docs/reg5oair/naaqs/o3asthma.htm

Information not available

Bi-Fold brochure with information about Ozone pollution.

General Public

Brief information about ozone pollution, a list of ozone health facts, and
contact information.
Abstract:   Ground-level ozone, the main ingredient in smog that can cause damage to your
           lungs, is a significant health problem in many Midwest cities during the summer
           months. Because of this problem, several cities have organized Ozone Action Day
           programs in which citizens, businesses, local, State and Federal governments, and
           health and environmental organizations are asked to take voluntary actions to help
           reduce ozone forming emissions on Ozone Action  Days.
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BE COOL; COVER UP!
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U.S. EPA Region 5

Information not available

U.S. EPA Region 5
Publications Office
77 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(800)621-8431
(Refer to Publication Number: EPA 905-H-93-002)
Information not available

Information not available

Poster illustrating how people can protect themselves from the sun.

General Public

Poster illustrating how people can protect themselves from the sun, with
information on the back side on which chemicals affect the ozone; what
is being done to control ozone-depleting chemicals; and what can be
done to help protect the ozone later.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
EPA rs SUNWISE SCHOOL PROGRAM FACT SHEET
                                                    OTHER
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U.S. EPA

Information not available

Maura Cantor, Director, SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street SW. (6205J)
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov

U.S. EPA's Sunwise Program Web Site:
http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/index.html

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One-page fact sheet describing the Sunwise School Program.

General Public
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Content:                Information on the Sunwise School Program and the UV Index.

Abstract:   The Sunwise School Program is an educational program for elementary school aged
           children. It aims to teach school children and their care givers about the health risks
           posed by ultraviolet radiation so that they can make informed decisions that will lower
           their overexposure to the sun. Sunwise Partnership Schools participate in activities that
           foster children's awareness and teach simple steps to avoid overexposure (e.g., daily
           reporting of the UV Index, "Wear Sunglasses Day," and community outreach.)
THE SUN, UV, AND You: A GUIDE To THE UV INDEX AND
SUN-SAFE BEHAVIOR
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Content:
U.S. EPA

September 1995

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to publication number: EPA 430-K-95-005)

Ordering information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA430K95005.html

Information not available

12-page booklet on sun safety.

General Public

Information on UV radiation, ozone depletion, health effects from
overexposure to the sun, action steps for sun protection, special
considerations for children, and how the National Weather Service
calculates the UV Index.
Abstract:   This booklet is designed to help the public understand the risks from overexposure to
           the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays and how to protect oneself from UV radiation. It
           presents the following information: 1) the science behind UV radiation and
           stratospheric ozone; 2) the health risks from overexposure to UV radiation; 3) the steps
           to take to protect oneself; 4) what the UV Index is and how to use it to help protect
           oneself; and 5) where to get more  information about the UV index and sun protection.
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ULTRAVIOLET INDEX: WHAT You NEED To KNOW
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U.S. EPA

June 1995
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to publication number: EPA 430-F-94-016)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA430F94016.html

Information not available

Tri-Fold brochure to inform the public about the UV Index.

General  Public

Information on the UV Index, UV Exposure, proper precautions, and the
role that ozone-layer depletion plays.
Abstract:   This brochure provides information on ways to use the UV Index to plan outdoor
          activities in ways that prevent overexposure to the sun's rays. Developed by the
          National Weather Service and EPA, the UV Index is issued daily and provides the next
          day's likely levels of exposure to UV rays.
BE SAFE IN THE SUN! THE SUNWISE SCHOOL PROGRAM
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
U.S. EPA

April 1998

Maura Cantor, Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-Mail:  cantor.maura@epa.gov
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Web Site:
Cost Information:
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Target Audience:
Content:

Abstract:
Kevin Roseel, Communications Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC  20460
Phone: (202) 564-9731
E-Mail: rosseel.kevin@epa.gov

Stratospheric Protection Hotline
(800)296-1996

U.S. EPA's Sunwise Program Web Site:
http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/index.html

Information not available

Tri-Fold Brochure

Teachers, parents, health professionals, environmental groups, and
educational organizations

Information about U.S. EPA's SunWise Program.
           U.S. EPA's SunWise program aims to teach elementary school aged children and their
           care givers how to protect themselves from overexposure to the sun. This brochure
           includes information about the UV Index, how schools can participate in the program,
           who can get involved, and who to contact within EPA for more information.
BLOCK THE SUN, NOT THE FUN!

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Web Site:
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American Academy of Dermatology with the support of
Schering-Plough Healthcare Products

Information not available

American Academy of Dermatology
Communications Department
Phone: (847) 330-0230

American Academy of Dermatology:
http://www.aad.org

Schering-Plough Healthcare Products, Inc.:
http://coppertone.com
Free
Teaching Guide and Family Sun Guide for the Block the Sun, Not the
Fun! program.
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Target Audience:         Teachers, students, and families

Content:                Cross-curricular learning activities, a poster to hang in the classroom,
                        tips for making the program an interactive learning experience, a book
                        list to build interest and understanding of the sun, and 32 Family Sun
                        Guides—one for each student to bring home.

Abstract:   The Block the Sun, Not the Fun! program is aimed at teaching students, as well as their
           families, about sun-safety. The teaching guide includes eight activities that are aimed
           at the different curriculum  areas (i.e., science, language arts, visual arts, social studies,
           and math), a poster contest with official rules, information on why children need
           special sun protection,  a book list, and tips from dermatologists. The Family Sun Guide
           includes the same information on why children need special sun protection,  and the
           poster contest, as well as children's activities, including a maze, a true-false test on
           "Are You Sun Smart," and a color picture with hidden pictures related to "year-round-
           fun-in-the-sun gear."
PRACTICE SAFE SUN

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Content:
U.S. EPA Region 5

1991

U.S. EPA Region 5
Publications Office
77 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago,  IL 60604
Outside Illinois: (800) 621-8431
In Illinois: (800) 572-2515
9:00 am to 4:30 pm Central Time

Information not available

Free
Bookmark describing EPA's concern about the ozone layer and skin
cancer, and tips on how to protect oneself from the sun.

General Public

(See Tool Type/Purpose)
Abstract:   This bookmark describes EPA's concern about stratospheric ozone depletion and skin
           cancer, and collaboration with other countries to protect stratospheric ozone.
           Information on the back side contains seven tips on how to avoid overexposure to the
           sun.
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ULTRAVIOLET (UV) INDEX FORECAST
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Content:
U.S. EPA and National Weather Service

April 1995

Maura Cantor, Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-Mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov

EPA's Stratospheric Ozone Hotline
Phone: (800)296-1996

National Weather Service
Phone: (301) 713-0622

Information not available

Information not available
Five-page document on frequently-asked questions about the UV Index
forecast in most major U.S. cities provided by the National Weather
Service (NWS).

General Public

(See Tool  Type/Purpose)
Abstract:  The NWS, EPA, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention began offering the UV
          Index on a limited basis in June 1994. This document answers 25 questions about the
          UV Index, which are grouped in one of the following categories: health effects, using
          the UV Index, relation to stratospheric ozone depletion, National Weather Service
          policy, and prevention measures.
WHAT is THE ULTRAVIOLET (UV) INDEX?

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. EPA

Date Developed:         February 1995
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Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
Maura Cantor, Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-Mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov
(Refer to EPA publication number: EPA 430-H-94-003)

EPA's Stratospheric Ozone Hotline
(800)296-1996

Information not available

Information not available

Colorful one-page flyer that illustrates the UV Index.

General Public

(See Abstract section)
Abstract:   This document uses icons to illustrate the scale of the UV Index, including minimal,
           low, moderate, high, and very high UV-level categories, and shows appropriate
           precautions to take to protect the skin from UV exposure in each category.
UV RADIATION

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Tool Type/Purpose:
U.S. EPA
April 1995

Maura Cantor, Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-Mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov
(Refer to EPA publication number: EPA 430-F-95-006)

EPA's Stratospheric Ozone Hotline
(800)296-1996

Information not available

Information not available

Two-page fact sheet that describes UV radiation and the UV Index.
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Target Audience:

Content:
General Public

(See Tool  Type/Purpose)
Abstract:   This fact sheet identifies the human health effects caused by exposure to UV radiation;
           lists the types of UV radiation and the factors, such as stratospheric ozone and time of
           day, that contribute to increased exposure; and describes the UV Index.
OZONE DEPLETION

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Content:
U.S. EPA

January 1995

Maura Cantor, Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-Mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov
(Refer to publication number: EPA 430-F-95-001)

EPA's Stratospheric Ozone Hotline
(800)296-1996

Information not available

Information not available

Two-page fact sheet on the ozone layer and the effect of ozone
depletion on UV radiation levels reaching the earth's surface.

General  Public

(See Tool Type/Purpose)
Abstract:   This fact sheet describes how stratospheric ozone protects people, mechanisms of
           depletion, what is being done to stop ozone depletion, the effect ozone depletion is
           having on UV radiation levels, the UV Index, and goals of the SunWise program to
           reduce the incidence of UV-related skin cancer.
HEALTH EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE TO THE SUN
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Date Developed:
U.S. EPA

January 1995
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Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Target Audience:
Content:
Maura Cantor, Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-Mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov
(Refer to EPA publication number: EPA 430-F-95-003)

EPA's Stratospheric Ozone Hotline
(800)296-1996

Information not available

Information not available
Tool Type/Purpose:       Two-page fact sheet describing adverse human health effects linked to
                       UV exposure.
General Public

The human health problems linked to UV exposure and described in the
fact sheet are melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers, actinic
keratoses, photoaging, cataracts and other eye damage, and immune
suppression. The UV Index is explained.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
ACTION STEPS FOR SUN PROTECTION
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:
U.S. EPA

January 1995

Maura Cantor, Director
SunWise School Program
U.S. EPA
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202) 564-9096
E-Mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov
(Refer to EPA publication number: EPA 430-F-95-002)

EPA's Stratospheric Ozone Hotline
(800)296-1996

Information not available

Information not available
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Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
Content:

Abstract:
            Two-page fact sheet describing the UV Index and SunWise actions to
            protect people from UV radiation.

            General Public

            (See Tool Type/Purpose)
This fact sheet discusses why too much sunlight can be dangerous, identifies six
SunWise actions to take when exposed to the sun, and introduces the purpose and use
of the UV Index.
SUN PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
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                                                                            OTHER
             U.S. EPA

             January 1995

             Maura Cantor, Director
             SunWise School Program
             U.S. EPA
             401 M Street, SW
             Washington, DC 20460
             Phone: (202) 564-9096
             E-Mail: cantor.maura@epa.gov
             (Refer to EPA publication number: EPA 430-F-95-004)

             EPA's Stratospheric Ozone Hotline
             (800)296-1996
            Information not available

            Information not available

            Two-page fact sheet to protect children from exposure to UV radiation.

            Children and Parents

            This fact sheet emphasizes the special considerations sun exposure has
            for children.
Abstract:   This document lists the serious human health effects associated with exposure to UV
           radiation and describes why exposure in childhood is especially dangerous. Five
           SunWise actions are recommended to help children avoid UV-related health problems.
           The UV Index is described.
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  CONTAMINANTS
LEAD
RESIDENTIAL LEAD HAZARD CONTROL REFERENCE LIBRARY
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Target Audience:

Content:
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Lead
Hazard Control

1997

Matt Ammon
Phone: (202) 755-1785, ext.158
E-mail: matthew_e._ammon@hud.gov

HUD Office of Lead Hazard Control Home Page:
http://www.hud.gov/lea/

Information not available

CD-ROM that enables the user to view and search HUD's Residential
Lead Hazard Control Reference Library.

Lead professionals

HUD's Residential Lead Hazard Control Reference Library, which
includes the following information:

   HUD Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint
   Hazards in Housing
   Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction and Financing Task Force
   Report-Puff/ng the Pieces Together: Controlling Lead Hazards in the
   Nation's Housing
•   EPA/CDC/HUD Lead Hazard Information Pamphlet— Protect  Your
   Family From Lead In Your Home
   Lead-Based Paint Rules and Regulations
         EPA/HUD Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Rule
         EPA Lead-Based Paint Certification and Accreditation
         Regulations
         OSHA Lead in Construction Standard
         Title X - Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act
         of 1992
   Lead-Based Paint Scientific Reports and Studies
         Report on the National Survey of Lead-Based Paint in  Public
         Housing
         A Field Test of Lead-Based Paint Testing Technologies:
         Summary Report
         The Relation of Lead-Contaminated House Dust and Blood
         Lead Levels—United States 1991-1994
         Does  Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Work?
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Abstract:
                      Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report— Update: Blood
                      Lead Levels—United States 1991-1994
                      Distributions of Soil Lead in the Nation's Housing Stock
                      Data Analysis of Lead in Soil and Dust
                      Report to Congress: Moving Toward a Lead-Safe America,
                      February 1997

This CD-ROM contains searchable information on the contents listed above. It requires
Adobe Acrobat Reader + Search version 3.0 and a set of Adobe Acrobat Reader files to
be installed in the user's computer. It comes with installation instructions for Windows
95 or later and Macintosh computers.
PROTECT YOUR FAMILY FROM LEAD IN YOUR HOME
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
            U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
            U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
            U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
            (HUD)

            May 1995
            US. EPA/NCEPI
            P.O. Box42419
            Cincinnati, OH USA
            45242-2419
            Phone: (800)490-9198
            International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
            Fax: (513)489-8695
            E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
            (Refer to Publication Number: EPA 747-K-94-001)

            Ordering Information:
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA747K94001.html
            Free
Tool Type/Purpose:       Public document addressing health hazards that are caused by lead
                       exposure.
Target Audience:
Content:

Abstract:
            Homeowners and families with children
            13-page booklet
This booklet highlights facts about lead exposure, how lead gets in the body, how
families can check themselves for lead, where lead-based paint is found, where lead is
likely to be a hazard, how to check for lead in homes, how families can protect
themselves from lead, how to significantly reduce lead hazards, how to remodel or
renovate a home with lead-based paint, other sources of lead, and how to obtain more
information on lead.
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LEAD POISONING AND YOUR CHILDREN
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Target Audience:

Content:
U.S. EPA

February 1995

National Lead Information Clearinghouse
(800) LEAD-FYI [(800) 424-5323]
(Refer to Publication Number: EPA 800-B-92-002)

Complete brochure text:
http://www.nsc.org/ehc/nlic/ledepa.htm

Free
Brochure to educate parents about how lead exposure can affect their
children.

Homeowners and families with children

Double tri-fold brochure that discusses lead poisoning issues and
includes a color poster.
Abstract:  This brochure highlights how lead affects children's health. Its message to parents is
          divided into six topic areas:
          1)       Get your child tested.
          2)       Keep it clean.
          3)       Reduce the risk from lead paint.
          4)       Don't remove lead paint yourself.
          5)       Don't bring lead dust into your home.
          6)       Get lead out of your drinking water.

          When fully opened, the brochure's reverse side forms a poster with graphics
          illustrating the above six topics and sources for obtaining more information.
BUILDING BRIGHT BEGINNINGS—INDIANA I AM YOUR CHILD
COALITION
                                                                          OTHER
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:

Contact Information:

Web Site:
Office of the Governor (Indiana), Indiana Department of Environmental
Management, and Indiana State Department of Health

February 1998

Phil Bremen or Steve Campbell at (317) 232-4578

Information not available
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Target Audience:

Content:
Abstract:
                       Information and application kit for the Indiana Household Hazardous
                       Waste Grant Program

                       Families within six Indiana counties

                       A two-pocket folder that contains:
                           Letter from Governor Frank O'Bannon to local officials in six Indiana
                           counties that have significant lead exposure to children
                           Six-page description of the purpose, eligibility requirements,
                           available funding,  application schedule, application requirements
                           and process, and application review criteria, tips, and checklist of
                           the household hazardous waste grants
                           Three-page grant application
                           Two-page press release titled "O'Bannon targets areas of 6 counties
                           to protect children from lead"
                           8.5" x 1 1 " map showing the state of Indiana by counties and
                           elevated blood lead (EBL) test results
                           One-page lead fact sheet (the text is taken from a document
                           produced by The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry)
                           Five-page document titled ATSDR Case Studies in Environmental
                           Medicine— Lead Toxicity (U.S. Department of Health & Human
                           Services)
           This application kit provides application instructions, as well as background
           information on the Indiana Household Hazardous Waste Grant Program. The purpose
           of the program is to educate families with children who are at risk of having elevated
           blood lead levels so that the families can reduce their exposure to lead. The
           educational program must be developed by the community and tailored to meet the
           special needs and characteristics of the neighborhoods  where children are at risk. Only
           local units of government, such as county health departments, community health
           departments, or solid waste management districts in the following six counties in
           Indiana are eligible: Allen, Elkart, Lake, Marion, St. Joseph and Vanderburg. A
           maximum of $20,000 per year per grant applicant is available for lead and  lead-based
           paint education grants. Eligible applicants can apply for continued funding  in 1999.
GETTING THE LEAD OUT—THE COMPLETE RESOURCE ON How
TO PREVENT AND COPE WITH LEAD POISONING
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
                       Irene Kessel and John T. O'Connor. Plenum Trade

                       1997

                       Plenum Press
                       233 Spring St.
                       New York, NY 10013-1578
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                       Book description and online order link:
                       http://www.plenum.com/title.cgi70306455250

                       U.S. and Canada: $28.95   International: $34.74

                       A comprehensive, action-oriented book on lead poisoning.

                       Parents, day-care workers, teachers, community leaders, housing
                       advocates, policy makers,  and others interested in lead poisoning from a
                       non-technical perspective

Content:                This 272-page book is organized as follows:
                          Introduction
                          Part One: Understanding Lead Poisoning
                          Part Two: Preventing Lead Poisoning
                          Part Three: Treating Lead Poisoning
                          Part Four: Coping with Lead Poisoning
                          Part Five: Controlling Lead Paint Hazards
                          Part Six: Controlling Other Sources of Lead
                          Part Seven: Fighting Lead Poisoning
                          Endnotes
                          Appendices
                          Appendix A: State-by-State Resources
                          Appendix B: Subject-by-Subject Resources
                          Appendix C: Occupations and Hobbies with Risk of Lead Exposure
                          Appendix D:  Nutritional Values of Common Foods
                          Appendix E: Medical Follow-Up
                          Appendix F: Summary of Abatement Methods
                          Appendix G:  Lead Hazard Control Products
                          Appendix H:  Federal Laws that Control Lead Poisoning
                          Summary of Steps You Can Take to Prevent Lead Poisoning
                          Index

Abstract:   This book discusses the major sources of lead in the home and environment, medical
           concerns, prevention strategies, and techniques for controlling lead hazards, while
           offering advice to parents and homeowners on where to turn should their children—or
           home—be found to have high lead levels.
LEAD-SAFE HOMES AND HEALTHY FAMILIES: SUPPORT FOR LEAD
SAFE HOUSING
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
                       City of Milwaukee Health Department

                       Information not available

                       Milwaukee Health Department
                       Phone: (414)286-3521
                       Fax: (414) 286-5990
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Tool Type/Purpose:
Milwaukee Health Department Home Page:
http://www.ci.mil.wi.us/citygov/council/healthde.html

Information not available

Six-fold pocket-size brochure.
Target Audience:        Property owners, tenants, and others interested in the prevention of lead
                       poisoning

Content:                Information on the Lead-Safe Homes and Healthy Families Grant
                       program.

Abstract:   The Lead-Safe Homes and Healthy Families grant program targets windows, porches,
           and other surfaces identified as sources of lead dust. Under the grant, certified lead
           abatement contractors, using well-developed specifications, will produce a lead-safe
           home in timely and cost-efficient ways. Grant funds are available to homeowners and
           owners of rental properties who meet the eligibility requirements. Eligible home
           owners who qualify for grant funding based on income may receive up to 100%
           funding for lead hazards. Eligible owners of rental properties who qualify for grant
           funding co-pay 50% of the lead hazard reduction work costs.
CONNECTING POINTS FOR HEAL THY KIDS: A QUICK CHECK
REFERENCE FOR MEDICAL PROVIDERS
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Web Site:

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Target Audience:
Alameda County Lead Poisoning Prevention Program and
the Joint Powers Authority

1996

Marcila Narvaez Foster, RN, MA
Public Health Nurse
Health Services Liaison
2000 Embarcadero Suite 300
Oakland, CA 94606
Phone: (510)567-8294
Office Phone: (510)567-8282
Fax: (510)567-8272

Information not available

Information not available

Quick Check Reference Guide

Medical  Providers
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Content:                 Laminated cardboard checklist with information on:
                           anemia
                           Alameda County Women Infants, and Children nutrition program
                           Alameda County Immunization Assistance program
                           Alameda County Lead Poisoning Prevention program
                           Alameda County Child Health and Disability Prevention Program

Abstract:   This tool provides information on Alameda County's Public Health Clearinghouse
           Programs and a checklist for medical tests that children need at various stages of their
           development. The Clearinghouse offers information and/or referrals to  medical
           providers for at-risk children and youth and pregnant women. Additional services
           include tracking of patients until they are under care, and feedback to medical
           providers regarding the disposition of their referral request.
SIXTEENTH STREET COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
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Date Developed:

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Web Site:


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Content:
Sixteenth Street Community Health Center, Milwaukee, Wl

1996

Sixteenth Street Community Health Center
1032 S. Caesar E. Chavez Drive
Milwaukee, Wl 53204
Phone: (414)672-1353
Fax: (414)672-8681
E-mail: info@sschc.org

Sixteenth Street Community Health Center Home Page:
http://www.sschc.org/

Information not available
Folder with information on the Sixteenth Street Community Health
Center and  its activities.

Individuals and families living on the South side of Milwaukee

!   Milwaukee Journal article titled "Sixteenth Street Clinic Lauded For
   Innovative Work"
!   Milwaukee Journal Sentinel articles titled "Clinic Trying To Turn
   Fields of Brown Into Fields of Green,""The Hard Lessons of Lead,"
   and "Teaching Proper Auto Waste Disposal Another Offshoot of
   Health Effort."
!   Sixteenth Street Community Health Center Report, 1996
!   Fact Sheet on the Sixteenth Street Community Health Center's
   Environmental Health Education Project
!   Urban Research Center research article on the "Demographic and
   Socioeconomic Profile for The Environmental Health and Education
   Project Target Area"
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                        !   Brochure titled "Do You Know Some Fish Are Not Safe To Eat?"
                           (Available in English, Spanish, Hmong, and Laotian)
                        !   Brochure titled "Any Child Can Get Lead Poisoning!" (Available in
                           English, Spanish, Hmong, and Laotian)

Abstract:   The Sixteenth Street Community Health Center offers a wide array of preventative
           health services to individuals and families living in the south side of Milwaukee.
           Because of its multi-cultural population, all services are available in English, Spanish,
           Hmong, and Laotian. Services include: Breast Feeding Support Project; Environmental
           Health Project;  Health Education; HIV/AIDS Case Management; Immunization Project;
           Lead Outreach Project; Mental Health Services; Perinatal Case Management; Primary
           Medical Care; School-Based Wellness Center; Social Services; and Women, Infants,
           and Children (WIC) Program.
LEAD AND HUMAN HEALTH
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
American Council on Science and Health

December 1997

American Council on Science and Health
1995 Broadway, 2nd floor
New York, NY 10023-5860
Phone: (212)362-7044
Fax: (212)362-4919
E-mail: acsh@acsh.org

American Council on Science and Health Home Page:
http://www.acsh.org/order/index/

Online Order Form:
http://www.acsh.org/order/

$5.00 each (cost reduced for orders of 10 or more)
$2.50 each (up to 199 copies) for ACSH members
Tool Type/Purpose:      40-page booklet that discusses lead and its relationship to human health

Target Audience:        General Public

Content:                Information on lead in the environment, human exposure to lead, the
                       toxicology of lead, lead  in consumer products, regulatory initiatives for
                       limiting lead exposure, safe levels of lead, and lead abatement.

Abstract:   This booklet is designed to provide information on the potential effects of lead
           exposure. It includes information on lead poisoning, regulatory standards and
           mandates related to lead, and the importance of lead screening in children.
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INFORMATION ON LEAD PAINT FROM THE CITY AND COUNTY
OF SAN FRANCISCO'S DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
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Content:
The City and County of San Francisco's Department of
Health

April 1996

San Francisco Department of Public Health
Childhood Lead Prevention Program
1390 Market Street, Suite 230
San Francisco, CA94102
Phone: (415)554-8930
Fax: (415)554-8938

Information not available

Information not available

Brochures, facts sheets, and guides about lead paint.

Parents, Property Owners, and Landlords
   10 Steps to prevent Lead Poisoning In Your Child
   Tri-fold brochure on the San Francisco Department of Public
   Health's Childhood Lead Prevention Program
   San Francisco Lead Hazard Notice, January 1997,  and multi-
   language Instruction Sheet to owners of pre-1978 dwellings
   "The 'Lead-Safe' Landlord"—The San Francisco Property Owner's
   Guide to Maintaining Lead-Safe Rental Property
   Guide To The Exterior Lead Paint Ordinance
   Four-page fact sheet about Lead In Soil (Spanish)
   Four-page fact sheet about Lead In Paint (English)
   Two-page fact sheet about Lead: Simple Things That You Can Do To
   Prevent Childhood Lead Poisoning (English)
Abstract:  The San Francisco Department of Public Health's Childhood Lead Prevention Program
          is dedicated to eradicating lead hazards in an effort to eliminate childhood lead
          poisoning. Its services include education and outreach, case management, and
          environmental investigations for families with lead-poisoned children. Its goal is to
          promote healthy children, and advocate for housing free of lead hazards.
MAINTAINING A LEAD SAFE HOME
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Dennis Livingston

1997

Dennis Livingston
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Community Resources
28 East Ostend Street
Baltimore, MD21230
Phone: (410)727-7837
Fax: (410) 706-0295

Information not available

Information not available
Tool Type/Purpose:      Guidebook on how to maintain a lead safe home.

Target Audience:        Parents, Property Owners, Workers, and Community Activists

Content:                This guidebook contains the following chapters:
                          Maintaining Family Health
                          Survey the House
                          Stabilize, Clean, and Maintain
                          Hiring a Professional
                          Work Practices
                          Testing and Sampling
                          Correct Cleaning
                          Site Protection
                          Safety
                          Essential Maintenance
                          Footnotes
                          Information on local rules and regulations, local resources, and a
                          form for mailing in dust samples

Abstract:   This book's purpose is to equip parents, property owners, workers, and community
           activists with information they need to help solve the lead poisoning problem safely
           for workers and the environment and to do it affordably.
DEREK THE DINOSAUR'S COLORING BOOK ABOUT LEAD
Developer/Publisher:



Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Written by Judy Lakind. Pictures by Tom Chalkley.
Developed in association with the Coalition Against
Childhood Lead Poisoning

1992

Baltimore City Health Department
Urban Environmental Initiative Program
303 East Fayette St.  4th floor
Baltimore, MD21202
Phone: (410)396-6970
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Content:
The Coalition Against Childhood Lead Poisoning
28 East Osmond St.
Baltimore, MD21230
Phone: (410)727-4226
(800) 370-5323

Information not available

Information not available

Story coloring book to help teach children about lead hazards.

Children and Parents

Information for parents on lead hazards, and a story coloring book that
features Derek the Dinosaur.
Abstract:  This coloring book includes information about lead hazards that can be torn out by
          parents for future reference. It includes information about washing hands, good
          nutrition, blood lead levels, and the importance of lead testing for children. The
          coloring book is targeted toward very young children.
CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING: INFORMATION FOR ADVOCACY
AND ACTION
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Web Site:

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Target Audience:
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United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and the
United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

1997

Water, Environment and Sanitation Section, Program Division
UNICEF
3UN Plaza
New York, NY 10017, USA

Human Health and Well-Being Unit
UNEP
P.O. Box 30552
Nairobi, Kenya

Information not available

Information not available

20-page booklet with  information about lead poisoning and lead
poisoning prevention.

Community activists, policy makers, and anyone who has an interest in
children's health
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Content:                This booklet includes the following chapters:
                           Introduction
                           What Is Known About Lead and Lead Poisoning
                           What Can Be Done To Prevent Lead Poisoning
                           Endnotes
                           Annex
                           References

Abstract:   This booklet explains how children are affected by lead poisoning, and shows various
           ways to combat this problem. It is based on the most recent scientific knowledge and
           is intended to be a tool for advocacy and action in the hands of policy-makers,
           communities, and everybody caring for children.
SESAME STREET LEAD AWAY!
Developer/Publisher:



Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Children's Television
Workshop with financial
support from The Prudential Foundation

1996

The National Safety Council
Phone: (800) 424-LEAD [(800) 424-5323]
Fax: (202)659-1192
E-mail: ehc@cais.com

Information not available

Free
Tool Type/Purpose:       A kit designed to teach children and their families about lead hazards.

Target Audience:         Children and their families

Content:                A kit that includes:
                        !   The Sesame Street Lead Away! Video (in English)
                        !   The Sesame Street Lead Away! Audio Cassette (Side 1, English; Side
                           2, Spanish)
                        !   Ten copies of the Sesame Street Lead Away! Family Booklet/Poster,
                           "Lead: The Silent Threat" (in English and Spanish)

Abstract:   This "Sesame Street Lead Away!" kit, featuring characters from Sesame Street, has
           been designed to present a complicated subject in ways that easily can be understood
           by children and families.  It includes a videotape (in English) and a audio cassette (in
           English and Spanish) to help preschool children learn things they can do to keep lead
           out of their bodies,  and a Family Booklet/Poster titled "Lead: The Silent Threat"  (in
           English and Spanish). The kit also includes a short introductory guide (in English and
           Spanish) on how to effectively use the kit. It includes tips on how to use the video and
           audio cassettes,  and lyrics to the songs included on the tapes.
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LEAD IN YOUR HOME: A PARENT'S REFERENCE GUIDE
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Content:
Abstract:
                       U.S. EPA

                       April 1998

                       Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances
                       Chemical Control Division (7404)
                       U.S. EPA
                       401 M Street, SW
                       Washington, DC 20460
                       Phone: (202) 260-3749
                       Fax: (202) 260-8168

                       Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances Home Page:
                       http://www.epa.gov/internet/oppts/
                       Free
                       A guide book informing parent's about the dangers of lead in their home
                       and in the environment.

                       Anyone concerned about the dangers of lead in their home and in the
                       environment.
                       This guide book includes the following chapters:
                          Foreword
                          Lead In Your Home: A Parent's Guide
                          Reducing the Risk of Lead In Your Home
                          Protecting Your Children From Lead Poisoning
                          What You Need To Know Before Working On Your Home
                          Remodeling and Renovation
                          Interim Controls
                          Abatement
                          Cleaning Up Lead Waste
                          Appendices
                          -  For More Information
                          -  State Lead Program Contacts
                          -  EPA Regional Lead Contacts
                          -  Abatement Guidelines For Your Contractor
                          Glossary
           The U.S. EPA developed this guide book as an essential resource for anyone
           concerned about the dangers of lead in their home and the environment. It provides
           Agency recommendations on how you can reduce your family's risk of lead exposure
           and prevent lead poisoning, ranging from simple steps you can do now to more
           rigorous procedures that will permanently get rid of lead hazards in your home.
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HEALTHY BEGINNINGS: LEAD SAFE FAMILIES

Developer/Publisher:    Education Development Center, Inc., in sponsorship with
                       the U.S. EPA
Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:


Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:


Target Audience:


Content:
                       1996

                       Lead Poisoning Prevention Project
                       Education Development Center, Inc.
                       55 Chapel Street
                       Newton, MA 02158-1060
                       Phone: (617)969-7100
                       Fax: (617)332-4318

                       Education Development Center's Home Page:
                       http://www.edc.org/

                       Free

                       English-as-a-Second-Language curriculum on how to prevent lead
                       poisoning in your home.

                       Adults for whom English is a second language and who live in older
                       homes where lead may pose a risk
                           Introductory Brochure
                        !   Teacher's Guide
                        !   Glossaries that are translated into eight languages: Chinese, Haitian-
                           Creole, Khmer,  Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and
                           Vietnamese
                        !   Six Beginner and Intermediate units for students

Abstract:   The "Healthy Beginnings: Lead Safe Families" adult curriculum was developed to
           teach families for which English is a second language the dangers of lead poisoning
           and how it can be prevented. It focuses on the danger signs to look for, and how to
           reduce or eliminate lead poisoning.  It is available in beginner's and
           intermediate/advanced versions. Each unit poses a specific situation relating to lead
           hazards, and shows people how to protect their families. Vocabulary lists, workbook
           style questions, sentence completion exercises, and illustrated checklists are included
           in each of the following units:
               Going to the Doctor
               Identifying Symptoms of Illnesses
               Making Water Safe to Drink
               Preparing and Storing Food
               Avoiding Dangers  in the Dirt
               Finding the  Right Home
               Identifying Household Hazards (Intermediate/advanced version only)
               Making Your Home Safe (Intermediate/advanced version only)
               Renovating  Your Home (Intermediate/advanced version only)            S\
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LET'S GET THE LEAD OUT!
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Content:
                        Collaborative effort with the University of Illinois-Chicago School of
                        Public Health and U.S. EPA Region 5

                        Information not available

                        U.S. EPA Region 5
                        Publications Office
                        77 W.Jackson (P-19J)
                        Chicago, IL 60604
                        (800)621-8431

                        Information not available
                        Free

                        A series of seven lessons to teach students about the dangers of lead in
                        their environments.

                        Students

                        Seven lessons on the dangers of lead titled:
                        1)  The Leading Role of Lead
                        2)  LEADing the Way
                        3)  Lead Flakes
                        4)  Don't Be a Leadbelly
                        5)  Getting the Lead Out!
                        6)  Family Lead Alert: Students as Teachers
                        7  LEADing Questions

                        A supplementary module titled "The Lead Detectors," which is a play
                        intended to be listened to and/or performed by middle school students.

                        A poster titled "Be a Lead Detector"

                        An audio tape titled "Let's Get the Lead Out!"

Abstract:   "Let's Get the Lead Out"  is a project intended to teach students about the dangers of
           lead in their environments,  especially lead  in paint and water. There are seven
           different lessons that make up this program and it is recommended that the seven be
           taught in  the order listed  above in the content section. However, if time is limited, the
           developers  of this material suggest that Lesson 5, Getting the Lead Out!, is the most
           important and should always be taught.  The main message involved in this learning
           series is that "lead poisoning is preventable." The developers hope that, by educating
           the students about the potential hazards of  lead in their environment, this unit will
           serve as a catalyst for more  home/school, student/family, and school/family/community
           involvement in the problems lead has produced.
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LEAD IN AMERICAN SCHOOLS: WHAT SCHOOL DISTRICTS
SHOULD AND SHOULD NOT Do
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Content:
Abstract:
            Institute for Environmental Assessment

            1993

            Institute for Environmental Assessment
            7101 Northland Circle, Suite 219
            Brooklyn Park, MN 55427
            Phone: (612)535-7721

            Information not available

            Information not available

            17-page document addressing Federal Title X rules for school districts.

            School administrators

            This document includes the following information:
             !    What school districts should and should not do regarding lead
                 contamination schools
             !    A suggested school board policy on the prevention of lead
                 poisoning
                 A list of precautions
                 Physical data
                 A fire, explosion, and reactivity fact sheet
                 A product safety data sheet
                 Health information
This document advises school administrators on various rules and topics related to lead
on school property, including: risk and regulation information; and responses schools
should and should not undertake in regards to lead contamination. It also contains a
suggested school board policy on the prevention of lead poisoning along with various
facts about lead.
HEALTHY YARD,  Toxic YARD
Developer/Publisher:



Date Developed:

Contact Information:

Web Site:
            U.S. EPA Region 1
            JFK Federal Building
            Boston, MA 02203

            Information not available

            Information not available

            U.S. EPA Region 1's Home Page:
            http://www.epa.gov/Region1
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Content:
Information not available

Four-fold pamphlet explaining how to develop lawns, play areas,
walkways,  parking, and drip zones to minimize exposure to lead in
contaminated soil.

General Public

This pictorial pamphlet illustrates how to landscape a house to prevent
human exposure to lead in soil.
Abstract:  (See Content section)
LEAD: A CROSS PROGRAM STRATEGY
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:



Web Site:


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Content:
U.S. EPA Region 1

May 1993

U.S. EPA Region 1
JFK Federal Building
Boston, MA 02203

U.S. EPA Region 1's Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/Region1

Information not available
40-page booklet on Region 1 's strategy to reduce risks of lead poisoning
in children less than six years old.

EPA and the General Public

The strategy includes an overview, goals, and five objectives.
Abstract:  The objectives in this strategy document include risk communication and public
          education, monitoring and scientific assessment, improved abatement quality and
          training, enforcement and compliance, and state and federal coordination and program
          development. Under each objective, short-term and long-term activities are discussed,
          and measures of success are identified.
REDUCING LEAD HAZARDS WHEN REMODELING YOUR HOME
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:
U.S. EPA

April 1994
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Contact Information:
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Target Audience:

Content:
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202)260-1847

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH USA 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
(International,  local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190)
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epa.gov
(Refer to publication number: EPA 747-R-94-002)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/catalog.html

Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
Publications Information Web Site (search for 747R94002):
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

Information not available

25-page booklet to help homeowners and contractors remodel or
renovate housing using safe lead-based paint abatement procedures.

Homeowners,  home contractors, and the General Public

This booklet describes lead hazards, remodeling equipment and where
to obtain it, safe work practices inside and outside the home, replacing
or rehabilitating windows, preparing surfaces for paint, carpet removal,
ductwork, plumbing work, removing large structures, and cleaning up.
A checklist is included.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
DOES YOUR CHILD...; You CAN'T IGNORE LEAD POISONING...;
AND BEFORE You PAINT...
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Pennsylvania Department of Health

Information not available

Pennsylvania Department of Health
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Division of Maternal & Child Health
P.O. Box 90,  Room 725, Health & Welfare Bldg.
Harrisburg, PA 17109-0090
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Target Audience:
Content:
Childhood Lead Information Hotline
Phone: (800) 440-LEAD

Information not available

Information not available

Three blue and red posters that encourage parents to call the lead
information hotline (1-800-440-LEAD) to find out more about protecting
their child from lead exposure.

Parents

Two posters help parents determine if their child could be at risk to
environmental lead and encourage the use of the lead information
hotline. The other poster encourages parents to call the hotline before
painting or remodeling their home.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
BE SAFE WITH LEAD-MAN
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Date Developed:

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Web Site:

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Target Audience:

Content:
U.S. EPA Region 4

Information not available

National Lead Hotline
(800) LEAD FYI

Information not available

Information not available

Color Poster to prevent childhood lead poisoning.

General Public
This poster encourages people to call the National Lead Hotline for
information.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
FINDING A QUALIFIED LEAD PROFESSIONAL FOR YOUR HOME

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. EPA

Date Developed:         November 1996
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Target Audience:

Content:
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances
401 M Street, SW
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: (202)260-1847

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH USA 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epa.gov
(Refer to publication number: EPA 747-F-96-006)

Information not available

Information not available

Three-fold pamphlet to help homeowners find a lead professional to test
their homes for the presence of lead-based paint and assess the risk to its
occupants.

General Public

This pamphlet contains information on the services lead professionals
can offer, their certification requirements, options when lead-based paint
is a hazard, tips for checking a contractor's background and experience,
and how to get more information through the National Lead Information
Center (1-800-424-LEAD).
Abstract:   (See Content section)
MAKING YOUR KIDS AND YOUR HOME SAFE FROM LEAD
POISONING
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Pennsylvania Department of Health

Information not available

Pennsylvania Department of Health
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Division of Maternal & Child Health
P.O. Box 90, Room 725, Health & Welfare Bldg.
Harrisburg, PA 17109-0090

Childhood Lead Information Hotline
Phone: (800) 440-LEAD

Information not available
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Information not available
Tool Type/Purpose:


Target Audience:

Content:
Three-fold pamphlet in English and Spanish to help parents understand
the dangers, causes, and symptoms of lead poisoning in children.

Parents

This pamphlet describes the risks of lead exposure and how lead enters
the body, how to determine if a child has lead poisoning, and how to
prevent lead poisoning. It encourages parents to call the Childhood Lead
Information Hotline for more information.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
CHILDREN AND LEAD? A GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND DAY CARE
PROVIDERS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
Content:
Physicians for Social Responsibility

Information not available

Physicians for Social Responsibility
1101 14th Street, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202)898-0150
Fax: (202)898-0172

Physicians for Social Responsibility Home Page:
http:/www. psr.org/

Information not available

Five-fold pamphlet to help parents and day care providers protect
children from environmental lead.

Parents and day care providers

This pamphlet contains a discussion of why lead  is a problem for young
children and unborn babies, describes the long-term effects of lead
poisoning, and mentions the Centers for Disease  Control and
Prevention's blood test recommendations for children. It describes how
to maintain a dust-free environment, reduce the risk from lead-based
paint, avoid bringing lead dust into the home, avoid drinking lead in
water, and eat properly.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
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LEAD—Is YOUR CHILD AT RISK?
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:


Web Site:

Cost Information:
Target Audience:
Content:
Philadelphia Department of Public Health

1992

Philadelphia Department of Public Health
(215)685-2797

Information not available

Information not available
Tool Type/Purpose:      Eight-page pamphlet that utilizes drawings and text to help parents
                       determine if their child has or is at risk of lead poisoning, and how to
                       prevent it.
Parents

This pamphlet encourages the immediate testing for lead in children
under age 6 and pregnant women instead of waiting until symptoms
appear before taking action. It describes where lead is found in the
home, how children are exposed to lead, lead's effects on the  body, and
how to prevent lead exposure.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
LEAD-FREE KIDS, LEAD-FREE HOMES

Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Philadelphia Water Department

1992
Web Site:

Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:


Target Audience:

Content:
Philadelphia Water Department
(215)592-6300

Information not available

Information not available

Eight-fold pamphlet that describes lead as a problem for young children
and unborn babies and identifies ways to reduce exposure.

General Public

This pamphlet describes where lead comes from, the threat of lead-
based paint, lead in air, and lead in drinking water, and emphasizes
steps to avoid  lead poisoning from these sources.


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Abstract:   (See Content section)
No LEAD BECAUSE WE KNOW LEAD
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
Content:
Abstract:
                                                                           OTHER
            KnowLead Children's Interactive Educational Program

            Information not available

            KnowLead Children's Interactive Educational Program
            P.O. Box 26661
            Charlotte, NC 28221
            Phone: (800) 448-LEAD

            KnowLead Home Page:
            http://www.knowlead.com/
            Complete Program Price: $381.00
            Know Lead Instant Lead Test Kits: $3.75/kits of 4 (Lead Poisoning
            Prevention Organizations Only)

            Tool kit designed to equip children with the knowledge to protect
            themselves from lead poisoning.

            Children ages 3-7

            4' x 2' presentation board, lead locator Stick-Ons, 1 bottle of glow
            powder, 1 battery operated UV lamp,  100 lead detective safety badges,
            100 magnifying glasses, and a teacher's aid handbook.
The Children's Interactive Educational Program allows educators to teach the dangers
of lead in a creative and fun way, making the material easy for students to remember.
By identifying the areas of the home where lead may be present, from paint to toys,
children learn to protect themselves from lead. Children, wearing their Lead Detective
badges and carrying their Lead Detective magnifier, carry the program's message
home.
MULTI-REEL "LEAD POISONING PSAs" (WITH PHYLICIA
RASHAD)
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:
            Co-Sponsored by the EPA and the National Safety Council

            Information not available
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Contact Information:
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Content:
National Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive
Itasca, IL 60143-3201
Phone: (630)285-1121
Fax: (630) 285-1315

National Lead Hotline
Phone: (800) LEAD-FYI

National Safety Council Home Page:
http://www.nsc.org/index.htm

Information not available

Videotape containing public service announcements on Lead Poisoning
narrated  by Phylicia Rashad.

General Public

One videotape that includes three short public service announcements
on lead poisoning that are narrated by Phylicia Rashad.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
PROTECTING YOUR CHILD FROM LEAD POISONING
Developer/Publisher:



Date Developed:

Contact Information:
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Target Audience:
                                                         I
Boston Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program with
support from U.S. EPA Region 1 and a grant from the
Centers for Disease Control

October 1993

Public Information Officer
Boston Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Office of Environmental Health
1010 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
Phone: (617) 534-5966

Information not available
Free to people living in the State of Massachusetts; limited copies may
be available to others living outside the State

16-page booklet with information on how to protect children from lead
poisoning.

General Public
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Content:
                       Information on:
                          lead poisoning
                          how to get your child tested for lead poisoning
                          ways to protect your child
                          safety tips for your house
                          how to get your house or apartment tested for lead paint
                          special care for windows
                          deleading do's and dont's
                          the Lead Law and You
Abstract:   (See Content section)
PESTICIDES

U.S. EPA OFFICE OF PESTICIDE PROGRAMS "CARE PACKAGE'
                                                                           OTHER
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:



Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:


Target Audience:
                       U.S. EPA Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP)

                       Items developed on various dates from 1991-1997

                       To order entire package:
                       Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances
                       401  M.  St., SW
                       Washington, D.C. 20460
                       Phone: (202)260-1847

                       For copies of individual items in package:
                       U.S. EPA/NCEPI
                       P.O. Box42419
                       Cincinnati, OH  USA
                       45242-2419
                       Phone: (800)490-9198
                       International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
                       Fax: (513)489-8695
                       E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
                       (Refer to the publication numbers listed under Content section below)

                       Some of the publications listed below in the Content section can be
                       found in the NCEPI Online Catalog at:
                       http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/catalog.html

                       Free

                       Information Kit that includes various brochures, informational booklets,
                       and fact sheets covering pesticide issues.

                       Policy makers, community leaders, home owners, families, and others
                       interested in pesticide safety
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Content:                 The Kit includes the following materials:

                           EPA Organization Chart
                           OPP Organization Chart
                           EPA's Pesticide Programs (An Overview), May 1991 (25 pages)
                           (EPA Publication Number: EPA 21T-10005)
                        •   OPP Annual Report for 1995, January 1996 (45 pages)
                           (EPA Publication Number: EPA 735-R-96-001)
                           Pesticide Program Progress Report, April 1995 (35 pages)
                           (EPA Publication Number: EPA-734-R-95-020 )
                           Citizen's Guide to Pest Control and Pesticide Safety, September
                           1995 (49 pages) (EPA Publication Number: EPA 730-K-95-001 )
                           Healthy Lawn, Healthy Environment, June 1992 (18-page Booklet)
                           (EPA Publication Number: EPA 700-K-92-005 )
                           Pest Control in the School Environment: Adopting Integrated Pest
                           Management, August 1993 (43-page Booklet)
                           (EPA Publication Number: EPA 735-F-93-012 )
                           The Role of BEAD in Pesticide Regulation, June 1994 (4-page fact
                           sheet) (EPA Publication Number: EPA733F94001 )
                           Fact Sheets Labeled "For Your Information" on the following topics:
                                  National Pesticide Telecommunications Network
                                  Protecting the Public from Pesticide Residues in Food
                                  Using Insect Repellents Safely
                                  Pesticides and Child Safety (English and Spanish versions)
                                  Pesticide Safety Tips
                                  Protecting Endangered Species From Pesticides (Poster)
                                  EPA Efforts to Encourage Alternatives to Traditional Chemical
                                  Pest Control
                                  Safety Precautions for Total Release Foggers

 Abstract:  The materials in this "Care Package" are intended to provide the user with a general
           overview of EPA's pesticide activities and highlights of OPP's accomplishments and
           emerging pesticide issues. While some of the materials are short 1-4 page pieces (e.g.,
           the fact sheets), other materials are much  longer (45-50 page) pieces (e.g., the Annual
           Report and the Citizen's Guide to Pest Control and Pesticide Safety).
 USE LEAST Toxic PEST CONTROLS

 Developer/Publisher:     Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund

 Date Developed:        Information not available

 Contact Information:     Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund
                        1128 Walnut St. Suite 300
                        Philadelphia,  PA 19107
                        Phone: (215)629-4022

Web Site:               Information not available

Cost Information:        Information not available

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Tool Type/Purpose:      Door knocker flyer to alert users about toxic pest control products.

Target Audience:        General Public

Content:               Information about toxic pest control products.

Abstract:   This door knocker flyer encourages the use of non-toxic alternate methods toward
          treating areas where unwanted pests live. It explains why pesticides are harmful and
          suggests safer alternatives.
IPM FOR SCHOOLS: A HOW-TO MANUAL
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
                      U.S. EPA Region 9

                      March 1997
                      US EPA/NCEPI
                      P.O. Box42419
                      Cincinnati, OH USA
                      45242-2419
                      Phone: (800)490-9198
                      International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
                      Fax: (513)489-8695
                      E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
                      (Refer to publication number: EPA 909-B-97-001)

                      Information not available
                      Free
Tool Type/Purpose:      How-to Manual for promoting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in
                      schools
Target Audience:

Content:
                      School administrators and faculty

                      213 pages, including a preface, introduction, "Pest Management
                      Challenges in the School Environment," 19 chapters for each key
                      characteristic of pest management, a recommended reading list, and
                      nine appendices.

Abstract:   Use of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and practices in the school
          environment is a growing trend in communities throughout the United States. IPM's
          focus on pest prevention using effective, least-toxic methods is proving practical to
          apply and cost-effective to operate.
ANNEARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS INTEGRATED PEST
MANAGEMENT PLAN AND PEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
                                                                        OTHER
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Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:



Web Site:

Cost Information:
Anne Arundel County, Maryland

1997

Denise Ann Frye
IPM Specialist
Phone: (410) 360-0138 ext.706

Information not available

Information not available
Tool Type/Purpose:       8-page report on Maryland's Anne Arundel County's Integrated Pest
                       Management (IPM) Program.
Target Audience:
Content:
Maryland's Anne Arundel County School System and communities
within the county

Information on Maryland's Anne Arundel County's Integrated Pest
Management (IPM) Program, including a copy of a 9-page overhead
presentation on IPM.
Abstract:   Anne Arundel County Public Schools is committed to providing schools with a pest-
           free environment through the implementation of preventative hygiene methods and
           chemical strategies when necessary. Past emphasis was on spraying to control pests.
           Beginning in 1989, a decision was reached to move into an Integrated Pest
           Management (IPM) Program.
PESTICIDES IN THE HOME: SOME TIPS ABOUT PESTICIDES AND
THEIR AL TERN A TIVES
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:
U.S. EPA Region 1

Information not available

National Pesticide Telecommunications Network
(800) 858-PEST [(800) 858-7378]

U.S. EPA Region 1
Pesticides Section (APP)
JFK Federal Bldg.
Boston, MA 02203-2211
(617)565-3932
(Refer to U.S. EPA Region 1 Information Bulletin #: 901-F-94-10KP1)

Information not available

Information not available
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Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:
Content:

Abstract:
                      Six-panel brochure on Pesticides In The Home.

                      General Public

                      (See Tool Type/Purpose section)
          Used wisely, pesticides offer many benefits. However, some degree of risk is always
          posed by their use. This brochure contains information on how to store pesticides
          securely, reduce pollution from pesticides, stop initial invasions, and hire a pest
          control company, as well as what to do if pesticides become necessary and after their
          application.
To SPRAY OR NOT To SPRAY
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
                      U.S. EPA

                      December 1992

                      U.S. EPA Region 1
                      Pesticides Section (APP)
                      JFK Federal Building
                      Boston, MA 02203
                      Phone: (617)565-3932

                      Information not available

                      Information not available

                      Five-panel brochure about pesticide-use.

                      General Public

                      (See Abstract section)
Abstract:  This brochure provides information to help readers make the decision on whether they
          should use a pesticide or not. It includes information on whether a pesticide is really
          needed, why it is important to read the label on pesticides, and sources of additional
          information.
DESIGNER POISONS: How To PROTECT YOUR HEALTH AND
HOME FROM Toxic PESTICIDES

Developer/Publisher:     Marion Moses,  M.D., Pesticide Education Center

Date Developed:         June 1995
                                                                             1!
                                                                             sis
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Contact Information:
Web Site:


Cost Information:


Tool Type/Purpose:



Target Audience:

Content:
Abstract:
            Pesticide Education Center
            P.O. Box 420870
            San Francisco, CA 94142-0870
            Phone: (415)391-8511
            Fax: (415) 391-9159
            E-mail: pec@igc.apc.org

            Pesticide Education Center Home Page (including ordering Instructions):
            http://www.pesticides.org/pesticides

            $19.95 (add $5.00 shipping and handling for first copy; $3.00 shipping
            and handling for each additional copy)

            412-page book to help guide people in choosing pest control methods
            that are safer for them and their family, pets, neighbors, and
            environment.

            General Public
            Book with the following chapters:
               What this Book Is About and How to Use It
               Exposure to Pesticides
               How to  Read a Pesticide Label
               Acute Health Effects of Pesticides
               Chronic Health Effects of Pesticides
               Indoor Use Pesticides
               Outdoor Use Pesticides
               Pet Use  Pesticides
               Human  Use Pesticides
               Commercial Use Pesticides
               Law, Policy, and Recommendations
This book informs readers of potential health hazards of widely available pesticide
products and services. It recommends nontoxic or less toxic alternatives, which many
consumers would use if they knew about them. It also answers many questions that
consumers have about pesticide use, safety, and alternatives.
PESTICIDE EDUCATION CENTER: CONSUMER PESTICIDE SAFETY
SERIES #1, GENERAL INFORMATION
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
            Pesticide Education Center

            1995

            Pesticide Education Center
            P.O. Box 420870
            San Francisco, CA 94142-0870
            Phone: (415)391-8511
            Fax: (415)391-9159
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Web Site:


Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
E-mail: pec@igc.apc.org

Pesticide Education Center Home Page:
http://www.pesticides.org/pesticides

Information not available

Tri-fold brochure with general information about pesticides.

General Public

Listing of answers to the following questions:
                          Aren't household pesticides tested to make sure they are safe?
                          What is the first step in selecting home pesticide products and
                          services?
                          What about liquid sprays?
                          What is another important step in selecting how pesticide products
                          and services?
                          Where can I find chronic effects information on home use
                          pesticides?
                          What are the most hazardous pesticides, and safer alternatives?
                       Information on ordering the book "Designers Poisons (See Abstract
                       section above)
Abstract:   (See Tool Type/Purpose and Content sections)
PESTICIDE EXPOSURE AND CANCER IN CHILDREN: SUMMARY OF
SELECTED STUDIES
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Marion Moses, M.D., Pesticide Education Center

March 21, 1997

Pesticide Education Center
P.O. Box 420870
San Francisco, CA 94142-0870
Phone: (415)391-8511
Fax: (415) 391-9159
E-mail: pec@igc.apc.org

Pesticide Education Center Home Page (including ordering Instructions):
http://www.pesticides.org/pesticides

Available for free downloading in Wordperfect 6.0 from the web site
listed above.
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Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
Table listing study-type, year and location of study, source and/or type
of exposure, type of cancer, results, first author, and year of publication,
and a list of references.

Parents, day-care workers, schools, and others interested in the effects of
pesticides on children's health
Content:                (See Tool Type/Purpose section)

Abstract:   (See Tool Type/Purpose section)
PUTTING CHILDREN FIRST: MAKING PESTICIDE LEVELS IN FOOD   <
SAFER FOR INFANTS & CHILDREN
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:

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Target Audience:

Content:
Natural Resources Defense Council

April 1998

NRDC Publications Department
40 West 20th Street
New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212) 727-4486

National Resources Defense Council Home Page:
http://www.nrdc.org/

Executive Summary of this report:
http://www.igc.apc.org/nrdc/nrdcpro/reports/pcfexsum.html

$10.50

A report on the significance of children's pesticide exposure and an
analysis of the standards set by FQPA.

General  Public

A 64-page report exploring EPA's efforts to address children's pesticide
exposures and offering a critique of the Agency's efforts and
recommendations for improvement in this area.
Abstract:   This report explores the effects of pesticide exposure to children and describes
           children's unique vulnerability to pesticides from a scientifically-supported
           perspective. It provides data on the frequency of exposure and offers six
           recommendations to EPA on immediate steps the Agency can take to improve its
           treatment of this matter. The recommendations are:

           1.        Strong presumptive use of the 10X safety factor.
           2.        Convene a panel of children's experts to examine the effects of in utero and
                    early childhood  exposure.
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           3.        Finalize revised data requirements and testing guidelines.
           4.        Review guidelines.
           5.        Review exposure databases.
           6.        Use of the 10X safety factor pending reliable data.
PESTICIDE INFORMATION PACKAGE
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:


Cost Information:

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Target Audience:

Content:
Abstract:
             Northwest Coalition For Alternatives to Pesticides

             Development dates for each document in care package vary.

             Northwest Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides (NCAP)
             P.O. Box 1393
             Eugene, OR 97440
             Phone: (541) 344-5044
             Fax: (541) 344-6923

             NCAP Home Page:
             http://www.efn.org/- neap/

             Costs for each document in care package vary.
             Guidance package on ways to reduce the use of pesticides in homes,
             schools, and communities.

             General Public

             !   Three pamphlets titled:
                       "Pesticides Are Unnecessary Poisons"
                       "Needless Hazards"
                       "NCAP" (Background Information on the Program)

             !   A fact sheet listing 10 ways to reduce the use of pesticides

             !   Five short reports from the Journal of Pesticide Reform titled:
                       "Subterranean Termites, Part 1"
                       "Managing Fleas without Poisons"
                       "Chlorpyrifos, Part 1: Toxicology"
                       "Glyphosate, Part  1: Toxicology"
                       "Where There's a  Will There's a Way" (school pesticide use
                       reduction)
                       "Drywood Termites"
The above resources aim to seek and promote alternatives to pesticide use. The
pamphlets and fact sheets are concise (ranging from 1 to 9 pages) and target the
general public. They provide background information on the hazards of specific
pesticide usages and describe the advantages to alternative pesticide measures.
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PEST" CONTROL IN THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT: ADOPTING
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
Content:
Abstract:
            U.S. EPA

            August 1993

            US. EPA/NCEPI
            P.O. Box42419
            Cincinnati, OH USA
            45242-2419
            Phone: (800)490-9198
            International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
            Fax: (513)489-8695
            E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
            (Refer to publication number: EPA 735-F-93-012)

            Ordering Information:
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA735F93012.html
            Free
            43-page booklet containing information on integrated pest management
            for schools.

            School officials and others interested in the Integrated Pest Management
            program

            !  Acknowledgments
            !  Can Children's Exposure to Pesticides Be Reduced in the School
               Environment?
            !  What is Integrated Pest Management?
            !  Establishing an IPM Program for Schools
            !  Evaluating Costs
            !  For More Information
The U.S. EPA prepared this booklet to acquaint readers with Integrated Pest
Management (IPM), a pest control method that may be an alternative to scheduled
spraying of pesticides. Schools across the country that have adopted such programs
report successful, cost-effective conversion to IPM. IPM can reduce the use of
chemicals and provide economical and effective pest suppression. This book was
developed to encourage and assist school  officials in examining and improving their
pest management practices. It identifies ways to reduce dependence on pesticides in
school buildings and landscapes and discusses alternative methods for managing pests
commonly found in schools. School officials are not, however, required by law to
adopt the practices recommended in this booklet.
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ESTROGEN ic PESTICIDES: WHAT You NEED TO KNOW AND
WHAT You NEED TO Do
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:


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Target Audience:

Content:
National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides

Information not available

NCAMP
701 E Street, SE
Washington, DC  20003
Fax: 202-543-4791

NCAMP Home Page:
http://www.ncamp.org/

Ordering Information:
http://www.ncamp.org/Publications.html

$2.00 for individual brochures ($20.00 for 100 copies when ordered in
bulk)

Four-Fold Brochure containing information on estrogenic pesticides

General  Public

Information on estrogenic chemicals and how to avoid estrogen mimics
Abstract:   This informational brochure explains what estrogenic chemicals are, what they do, and
          how their threat to humans can be minimized.
SOLUTIONS

Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:



Web Site:
Cost Information:
                                                   OTHER
New York Coalition for Alternatives To Pesticides (NYCAP)

Spring 1996, Volume I, Number 1

NYCAP
353 Hamilton Street
Albany, NY  12210-1709

NYCAP's Home Page:
http://www.crisny.org/not-for-profit/nycap/2index.htm

Solutions Magazine Web Site:
http://www.crisny.org/not-for-profit/nycap/soLmain.htm
Free with annual membership. Membership prices are: $35 for
individuals and families; $50 for nonprofits and small businesses; $100
for corporations.
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Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
Content:
Abstract:
                       News magazine with information about safer alternatives for pest
                       control.

                       People interested in safer alternatives for pest control
                       This issue includes the following sections:
                        !   Feature article on "Building Partnerships for Health Schools:
                           Featuring Achievements in New York School  Pesticide Reduction"
                           Advances in the area of use of pesticide alternatives
                           IPM endeavors
                           Biotechnology Updates
                           Legislative Works
                           Worker Safety
                           Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
                           Safe Food
                           Alternative Answers
                           Sustainable Agriculture
                           In Each Issue (Book Review, Calendar of Events, Index, Mail Order
                           Clearinghouse, and Information Directory)
           Solutions is a magazine about safer alternatives for pest control. The key editorial
           policy for the magazine is to emphasize alternatives to toxic chemicals used for pest
           control.
MATERIALS FROM THE NEW YORK COALITION FOR
ALTERNATIVES TO PESTICIDES
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:



Web Site:


Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:


Target Audience:

Content:
                       New York Coalition for Alternatives To Pesticides (NYCAP)

                       Materials have different dates of development

                       NYCAP
                       353 Hamilton Street
                       Albany, NY  12210-1709

                       NYCAP Home Page:
                       http://www.crisny.org/not-for-profit/nycap/2index.htm

                       Information not available

                       Various materials from NYCAP that address pesticides and their
                       alternatives.

                       General Public

                        !   Health Effects Overview, which includes important information
                           about pesticides, pest control, and pesticide alternatives
                        !   School Insect Trapping Experiments
                        !   A brochure titled "Pregnancy & Pesticides"
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                       !   Endocrine Disrupton
                       !   Pesticides Reported to Have Reproductive and Endocrine Disrupting
                          Effects
                       !   Herbicide Fact Sheet

Abstract:   The mission of NYCAP is to eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals through
           education and outreach. NYCAP seeks to improve public and environmental health by
           promoting the use of safer alternatives to pesticides, cleaning supplies, and other
           chemicals, by advocating to reduce the risks in the manufacture, transportation, use,
           and disposal of toxic chemicals, and by campaigning for environmentally-sound public
           policy. The materials mentioned in the content section seek to provide to the general
           public information about pesticides, their health effects, and pesticide alternatives.
CHILDREN, PESTICIDES, AND SCHOOLS: WHAT You CAN Do
To PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN FROM THE HARMFUL EFFECTS OF  pHER
PESTICIDES IN SCHOOLS
Developer/Publisher:     National Coalition Against The Misuse of Pesticides (NCAMP)
Date Developed:

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National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides
701 E Street, SE, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003
Phone:  (202) 543-5450
Fax: (202) 543-4791
E-Mail:  ncamp@igc.apc.org

NCAMP Home Page:
http://www.ncamp.org/

This article is part of a larger "Children, Pesticides, and Schools" packet,
which can be purchased for $4.00 from NCAMP.
Tool Type/Purpose:      Article discussing the use of pesticides in schools and what can be done
                       to protect the students of these schools.
Target Audience:
Content:
Parents, students, and school personnel

Information on children's vulnerability to toxics, pesticide use in
schools, integrated pest management, what one can do to reduce
pesticide use in schools, and a list of resources related to the topic.
Abstract:   Many schools routinely apply pesticides in classrooms, gyms, playgrounds, cafeterias,
           and offices without any specific policies about such applications. This article provides
           information on ways to reduce pesticide use in schools, ways to implement integrated
           pesticide management practices, and actions that can be taken by parents and school
           officials to reduce pesticide use in schools. It also provides a resource list related to the
           topic.
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PESTICIDE POISONING ACTION GUIDE FOR AGRICUL TURAL
PESTICIDES IN THE MIDWEST
                                                                         OTHER
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Abstract:
                      U.S. EPA

                      May 1994

                      Office of Public Affairs
                      U.S. EPA Region 5
                      77 West Jackson Blvd.
                      Chicago, IL 60604-3590
                      Phone: (800)621-8431
                      (Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 905-B-94-001)

                      Information not available

                      Free

                      Resource Directory for pesticide poisoning.

                      Health care professionals who provide services to patients who may
                      have a pesticide-related injury or experience adverse effects from
                      pesticide exposure

                      An emergency action guide, resource guide, and pesticides reference
                      section.
          This Guide provides information on pesticide usage, pesticide poisonings (recognition
          and treatment), and appropriate contacts for more information on pesticides throughout
          U.S. EPA Region 5, which hasjurisdiction over the States of Illinois, Indiana,
          Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The information included in the Guide
          was assembled from numerous sources, including directories, U.S. EPA State Project
          Officers, and several telephone publications.

          This Guide has three sections, each containing different types of information pertaining
          to pesticide exposures. The first section is a quick reference guide for people dealing
          with suspected pesticide poisonings. The second section is a comprehensive directory
          of the appropriate contacts for pesticide information within each State. The third
          section lists the pesticides commonly used in U.S. EPA Region  5 and detailed
          information on their acute toxicity and symptoms of exposure by chemical  class.
HEALTHY LAWN, HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT: CARING FOR YOUR
LAWN IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY WAY

Developer/Publisher:    U.S. EPA
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Abstract:
            June 1992

            U.S. EPA/NCEPI
            P.O. Box42419
            Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
            Phone: (800)490-9198
            International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
            Fax: (513)489-8695
            E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
            (Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 700-K-92-005)

            Ordering Information:
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA700K92005.html

            Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
            Publications Information Web Site (search for 700-K-92-005):
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

            Free

            18-page brochure about environmentally-friendly lawn care.

            General Public

            Six sections:
                Caring for your lawn in an environmentally-friendly way
                Working With Nature: A Preventative Health Care Program For Your
                Lawn
            •   WhatislPM?
                Tips for Using Pesticides
                Choosing a Lawn Care Service
                For More Information
This brochure provides information on environmentally-friendly lawn care. It discusses
lawn maintenance, including information on developing healthy soil, choosing a
proper grass type for your climate, how to mow and water your lawn, and how to
correct thatch build-up. It also provides information on integrated pest management for
your lawn, tips for properly using pesticides, and tips on choosing a lawn care service.
A list of contacts for more information is provided at the end.
FOR YOUR INFORM A TION: USING INSECT REPELLENTS SAFEL Y
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Date Developed:
             U.S. EPA

             February 1996
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U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 735-F-93-052R)

NCEPI's  Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/

Free

Fact sheet on using insect repellents safely

General  Public

Information on how to choose an insect repellent, EPA's
recommendations on how to use an insect repellent safely, and how to
avoid ticks and Lyme Disease.
Abstract:  (See Content section)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION: PESTICIDES AND CHILD SAFETY
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U.S. EPA

April 1997
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 735-F-93-052R)

NCEPI's  Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/

Free

Fact sheet on pesticides and child safety

General  Public
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Content:
    Information on the dangers of pesticides used in and around the home,
    recommendations for preventing accidental poisoning, and general first-
    aid guidelines.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
TEN TIPS To PROTECT CHILDREN FROM PESTICIDE AND LEAD
POISONINGS AROUND THE HOME
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Abstract:   (See Tool
    U.S. EPA

    March 1997

    U.S. EPA/NCEPI
    P.O. Box42419
    Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
    Phone: (800)490-9198
    International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
    Fax: (513)489-8695
    E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
    (Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 735-F-97-001)

    Ordering Information:
    http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA735F97001.html

    Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
    Publications Information Web Site (search for EPA735F97001):
    http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

    Spanish version of the brochure (Text Only):
    http://www.epa.gov/oppfead1/cb/10_tips/chi ldesp.htm

    Free

    Tri-fold brochure with ten tips to protect children from pesticide and
    lead poisonings around the home.

    General Public

    (See Tool Type/Purpose section)

Type/Purpose section)
EMERGENCY ACTION GUIDE FOR PESTICIDE INCIDENTS

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. EPA
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Abstract:
                       July 1992

                       U.S.  EPA Region 5
                       Pesticides Section (SP-14J)
                       77 West Jackson Blvd.
                       Chicago,  IL 60604
                       (312) 353-1159 or (800) 621-8431

                       U.S.  EPA Region 5 Pesticides Home Page:
                       http://www.epa.gov/region5/pesticides/

                       Free

                       20-page Action Guide that includes recommended emergency
                       procedures to be followed in case of fires, vehicle accidents, or other
                       incidents involving leaks or spills of pesticides.

                       Local Emergency Response personnel
                       This Action Guide includes the following sections:
                           General Information
                           Preplanning
                           First Response: Control and Notification
                           Cleanup, Decontamination, and Disposal
                           Respiratory Devices For Protection Against Inhalation Hazards
                           First Aid Treatment
           This Action Guide is written from more than one point of view. The Preplanning
           section puts emphasis on coordination between holders of pesticides and local
           emergency response officials. The balance of the Guide contains recommended
           emergency procedures to be followed  in case of fires, vehicle accidents, or other
           incidents involving leaks or spills of pesticides. These procedures are intended to
           address pesticide exposure risks to humans and to the environment and to reduce the
           hazards that may result from such incidents. They are written primarily to apply to the
           first persons on the scene and to local emergency response personnel.

           At time,  more than one pesticide may be involved in an incident, or the identity of the
           pesticide(s) may be known only by class or type. Therefore, the Guide contains a list of
           general precautions. Special circumstances in each case may require modifications to
           these procedures. Contact your state environmental agency or Department of
           Agriculture for specific safety procedures.
PESTICIDES AND CHILDREN:  WHAT THEPEDIATRIC
PRACTITIONER SHOULD KNOW
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Date Developed:
                       Physicians for Social Responsibility

                       1995
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Physicians for Social Responsibility
1101 Fourteenth Street, NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC  20005
Phone: (202)898-0150
Fax: (202)898-0172

Physicians for Social Responsibility Home Page:
http://www.psr.org/

Full Text of Document:
http://www.psr.org/pestkids.htm

Free from web site listed above
Tool Type/Purpose:       8-page booklet discussing what pediatric practitioners should know
                        about pesticides and children.
Pediatric Practitioners

Information on what we do and do not know about pesticides and
children, and answers to six commonly-asked questions.
Abstract:   The purpose of this booklet is to keep pediatric practitioners abreast of new research
           that sheds light on issues related to pesticides in children. It provides the latest
           information on the hazards of pesticides in food, on what is still unknown, and to offer
           help in communicating this knowledge to patients.
ESL FOR FARM SAFETY
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Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs

1997

Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs
1611 North Kent Street, Suite 910
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: (703)528-4141

Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs Home Page:
http://www.afop.org

Teacher Manual: $25
Student Workbook: $12
English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) book to assist farmworkers in
learning about safe handling of pesticides.

Low-literacy migrant and seasonal farmworker learners
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Content:                A low-literacy ESL text that teaches farmworkers how to be safe with
                        pesticides and how to prevent agricultural injuries. The teacher manual
                        is 158 pages (includes Worker Protection Standard information).  The
                        student manual is 95 pages.

Abstract:   This ESL text provides basic information in pesticide safety for farmworker families
           while increasing learner's vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, and speaking skills.
           Chapters include instruction in types of pesticides, reading pesticide labels, what to do
           in cases of pesticide poisoning, and worker rights. The text also includes a chapter on
           general injury prevention methods.
RADIO PESTICIDA WORKER PROTECTION KIT
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Abstract:
             Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs

             1997

             Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs
             1611 North Kent Street, Suite 910
             Arlington, VA 22209
             Phone: (703)528-4141

             Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs Home Page:
             http://www.afop.org
             $50 for each kit

             Vinyl binder with six audio cassette tapes containing five radio mini-
             dramas, one public service announcement, and five recorded radio talk
             shows.  A bilingual service provider's guide is included.

             Low-literacy Hispanic migrant and seasonal farmworkers

             The five radio mini-dramas are in Spanish and last four to five minutes
             each. Topics covered are based on EPA's Worker Protections Standards:

             +  Pesticide Drift
             *  What Happens if Pesticides Get On Me
             *  Be Safe  at Home
             +  Be Safe  at Work
             *  Training is Important
This Worker Protection Kit can be used by health educators and pesticide safety
trainers to implement a radio social-marketing outreach project for migrant and
seasonal farmworkers.  The tapes can be played on a local radio station, accompanied
by a radio call-in show for answers and questions. The tapes also can be used by
pesticide safety educators in other ways.  The service guide provides detailed
information on program development and evaluation, as well as scripts in English and
Spanish.
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RADIO PESTISID WORKER PROTECTION KIT
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Abstract:
            Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs

            1997

            Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs
            1611 North Kent Street
            Arlington, VA 22209
            Phone: (703)528-4141

            Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs Home Page:
            http://www.afop.org
            $25 for each kit

            Vinyl binder with two audio cassette tapes containing five radio mini-
            dramas in Haitian Creole.  A Worker Protection guide accompanies the
            set.

            Haitian farmworkers

            The five radio mini-dramas are in Haitian Creole; and last 4 to 5 minutes
            each.  Topics covered are based on the EPA Worker Protections
            Standards:

            +  Pesticide Drift
            *  What Happens if Pesticides Get On Me
            *  Be Safe at Home
            +  Be Safe at Work
            *  Training is Important
This Worker Protection Kit can be used by health educators and pesticide safety
trainers to implement a radio social-marketing outreach project for migrant and
seasonal farmworkers. The tapes can be aired on local radio stations, accompanied by
a radio call-in show for answers and questions. The tapes also can be used by
pesticide safety educators in other situations. The service guide provides information
on program development and evaluation, as well as scripts in English and Haitian
Creole.
GENERAL TOXICS
HOME SAFE HOME & RELATED PROJECTS
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            Clean Water Fund

            1996
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             Clean Water Fund
             211  Black Building
             118 Broadway
             Fargo, ND58102

             Information not available

             Information not available

             Notebook that includes photocopies of publications and other materials
             related to the Home Safe Home Program, Migrant Worker/Community
             Safety, Environmental Health, Pesticides, Consumer Education, and
             Lead, Mercury, and Drinking Water Contamination.

             Community Leaders

             The notebook contains the following materials:

             •   Home SAFE Home (HSH) Program
                   11" x 17" Consumer Education Charts in English, Spanish, and
                   Mandarin Chinese
                   HSH Coordinator's Manual (26 pages)
                   Summary of Urban Residents' Focus Group on HSH for NJEF
                   HSH Rhode Island State Program Book
                   HSH Program Slide Presentation

                Migrant Worker/Community Safety
                   Red River Valley Farmworker Safety Guide (one-page brochure)
                   "Protect Yourself from Toxics" (Bilingual Videotape)

                Environmental Health
                   "Is Your Environment Making You Sick? An Environmental
                   Health Checkup" (brochure)
                   "Environmental  Health - What You Need to Know" (brochure)
                   Cryptosporidium Contamination Report

                Pesticides
                   "Use Least Toxic Pest Controls" (door knocker flyer)
                   Lawn Care Brochure

                Consumer Education
                   "NJEF Environmental Shopper's Manual"
                   "Every Citizen's Environmental Handbook"

                Lead, Mercury, and Drinking Water Contamination
                   "Lead in Drinking Water" (flyer)
                   Mercury Rising (flyer)
The Home SAFE Home program is part of a national Environmental Shoppers
Campaign to promote safer alternatives to the toxic household cleansers used by most
people. It can be set up in any public place where it will get a lot of public visibility,
such as in supermarkets, shopping malls, schools, churches, clubs, fairs, garden shows,
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           festivals, and other special events. The materials in this notebook can be distributed
           during a Home SAFE Home exhibit.
TOXICOLOGICAL PROFILE FOR CHLORPYRIFOS
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U.S.  Department of Health & Human Services, Public
Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease
Registry

September 1997

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch
1600 Clifton Road, NE, E-29
Atlanta, GA 30333
Phone: (800)447-1544
Fax:  (404) 639-6359

ATSDR Home Page:
http://atsdr1.atsdr.cdc.gov:8080/atsdrhome.html

ATSDR Fact Sheet on Chlorpvrifos:
http://atsdr1.atsdr.cdc.gov:8080/tfacts84.html

Information not available
A 179-page ATSDR toxicological profile that characterizes toxicological
and adverse health effects information for chlorpyrifos.

Health professionals at Federal, state and local levels, interested private
sector organizations and groups, and members of the public
The book is organized as follows:
   Foreword
   Contributors
   Peer Review
   List of Figures
   List of Tables
   1.     Public Health Statement
   2.     Health Effects
   3.     Chemical and Physical Information
   4.     Production, Import/Export, Use , and Disposal
   5.     Potential for Human Exposure
   6.     Analytical Methods
   7.     Regulations and Advisories
   8.     References
   9.     Glossary
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                       !   Appendices
                          A.     ATSDR Minimal Risk Level
                          B.     User's Guide
                          C.     Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Symbols

Abstract:  The focus of this profile is on toxicological information and health. It begins with a
          public health statement that describes, in nontechnical language, chlorpyrifos'
          toxicological properties, followed by a more-scientific health effects section that
          discusses such issues as routes of exposure, mechanisms of action, and relevance to
          public health. The profile reflects ATSDR's assessment of all relevant toxicologic
          testing for chlorpyrifos.
RISK ASSESSMENT: A FLEXIBLE APPROACH To PROBLEM
SOLVING
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Chemical Manufacturers Association

March 1997

Chemical Manufacturers Association
1300 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: (703)741-5000
Fax: (703) 741-6000

Chemical Manufacturer's Association Home Page:
http://www.cmahq.com/

Information not available

A 26-page booklet explaining the risk-assessment process.

Anyone interested in the four steps of the risk assessment of a hazardous
site

Explanations about how risk is assessed and characterized.
Abstract:  This booklet explains the risk assessment process, its basic concepts, the four steps of
          risk assessment (hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment,
          and risk characterization), and how risk assessment can be used as a management tool.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND CHEMICAL SCORE CARD FACT
SHEET

Developer/Publisher:     Environmental Defense Fund (EOF)
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Environmental  Defense Fund
1875 Connecticut Ave. NW 10th floor
Washington, D.C. 20009
Phone: (202) 387-3500
Fax: (202) 234-6049

Scorecard Reports:
http://www.scorecard.org/

Information about EDF's Chemical Score Card, as well as the scorecard
itself, is available free on the Internet at the address listed above

Fact sheet with information on EDF's "Chemical Score Card."
Target Audience:         Anyone concerned about the pollution in their surrounding
                        environment.

Content:                (See Abstract section)

Abstract:   This fact sheet includes information about the EOF Scorecard, which is available free
           on the Internet. The Scorecard combines scientific, geographic, technical, and legal
           information from over 150 electronic databases to produce detailed local reports on
           toxic chemical pollution. Users can obtain reports on any of 50 states, 2,000 counties,
           5,000 zip codes, or 17,000 individual industrial facilities, based on the most current
           federal pollution data available (1995).
TOXICOLOGY FOR THE CITIZEN
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Institute for Environmental Toxicology, Michigan State
University

November 1991

Institute for Environmental Toxicology
C-231 Holden Hall
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Ml 48824-1206
Phone: (517)353-6469

Institute for Environmental Toxicology Home Page:
http://www.iet.msu.edu/

Information not available

16-page booklet providing basic information about toxicology.

General Public
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Abstract:   This booklet discusses the effects of synthetic chemicals that have become typical
           components of everyday life. It describes routes of exposure and how these chemicals
           affect the human body. Toxicity is defined and  its key terms and measurements are
           explained. The booklet is descriptive, seemingly unbiased, and written at a level that
           requires no medical or scientific background.
ATSDR ToxFAQs™ SHEETS
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Abstract:
             Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)

             September 1997

             ATSDR Information Center/Clearinghouse
             Division of Toxicology
             1600 Clifton Road, mail stop E-57
             Atlanta, GA 30333
             Phone: (800)447-1544
             Fax: (404) 639-6359
             E-mail: atsdric@cdc.gov

             ATSDR Home Page:
             http://atsdr1.atsdr.cdc.gov:8080/atsdrhome.html

             ATSDR TOXFAQs Fact Sheets:
             http://atsdr1.atsdr.cdc.gov:8080/toxfaq.html

             Free off the Internet at the second address listed above.
             Fact sheets that address some of the most frequently-asked questions
             about hazardous substances commonly found at hazardous waste sites.

             General Public
             Fact sheets on the following hazardous substances:
                di-n-octylphthalate (DNOP)
                ethylene glycol and propylene glycol
                hexachloroethane
                HMX
                hydraulic fluids
                hydrazine, 1,1-dimethylhydrazine, and 1,2-dimethylhydrazine
                used mineral-based crankcase oil
                titanium tetrachloride
                white phosphorous
These fact sheets include summarized information contained in ATSDR's detailed
scientific toxicological profiles, which average 130 pages. Information in each fact
sheet includes a general overview of the substance, how someone might be exposed,
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           relevant toxicological properties and health effects, and how to get additional
           information. These fact sheets will soon be available in Spanish.
UPTOWN EYE

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Abstract:
            West Harlem Environmental Action

            October/November 1997 (Vol. II, No. 4)

            Uptown Eye
            271 West 125th Street, Suite 211
            New York, NY  10027
            Phone: (212)961-1000
            Fax: (212)961-1015
            E-mail: WHEACT@IGC.APC.ORG

            Information not available

            Information not available
            Community newspaper written in English and Spanish focusing on
            quality-of-life issues and their impact on East, Central, and West Harlem
            and the Washington Heights/lnwood neighborhoods.

            Residents living in East, Central, and West Harlem and the Washington
            Heights/lnwood neighborhoods
            This issue contains articles on the following topics:
                The Toxic School (P.S. 141)
                Election '97: Voter Referendums
                Community Gardens
                Interview with Zenaida Mendez
                WE ACT Sponsors Successful Environmental Health Fair
                $Millions for Brownfields II
                An Earth Crew Update
This Community Newspaper is made possible by the West Harlem Environmental
Action, a not-for-profit environmental justice organization serving Upper Manhattan.
Uptown Eye provides information to empower residents to implement their vision of
what their community environment can and should be.
WOOD PRESERVATIVES FOR APPLICATORS

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. EPA Region 5

Date Developed:         1987
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             U.S. EPA Region 5
             Office of Public Affairs
             230 South Dearborn Street
             Chicago, IL  60604

             U.S. EPA Region 5 Pesticides Page:
             http://www.epa.gov/region5/pesticides/

             Information not available

             12-page booklet on wood preservatives.

             Professional applicators of wood preservatives
            Guide booklet that provides information on the following topics related
            to wood preservatives:
                Federal Regulations
                Why Treat Wood
                Description of Preservatives
                Applying Preservatives
                Harmful Effects and Symptoms
                Protective Clothing and Equipment Required
                Safety  Precautions When Spraying Preservatives
                Special Precautions For Penta
                First-Aid In Case of Accidents
                Safe Storage
                Disposal Requirements
                Limitations on Using Treated Wood
                Other  Safety Precautions
                Applicator Training
This guide booklet is directed at handlers of wood preservatives or treated-wood
products to make them aware of the safety precautions that help prevent adverse
health effects associated with exposure to the chemicals and the products treated with
them. These guidelines alert handlers to the dangers associated with wood
preservative use and application and to the proper steps that can be taken to protect
one's health.
HAZ-ED CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES FOR UNDERSTANDING
HAZARDOUS WASTE
                                                                  OTHER
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
             U.S. EPA

             April 1996

             Jean Farrell
             U.S. EPA Community Involvement and Outreach Center
             Phone: (703) 603-9055
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U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: 513-489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 540-K-95-005 )

OERR's HAZ-ED web site, where a complete version of the document
can be viewed or downloaded:
http://www.epa.gov/superfund/oerr/cio/products/hazed/

Free

150-page classroom activities guide.

Students and teachers

Background information about hazardous waste, classroom activities,
and a  "Fact Flash" section.
Abstract:   HAZ-ED can be used as part of a larger curriculum, as special stand-alone activities, or
           on an occasional basis to teach students about hazardous waste issues. It focuses on
           the controversial scientific, technical, and policy issues related to Superfund and other
           hazardous waste sites. HAZ-ED is designed to help students develop skills in critical
           thinking, problem solving,  and decision making. It also increases student's awareness
           and understanding of environmental ethics issues.
WARNING: IT'S DAZZLING, IT'S SLICK, IT'S AWESOME, IT'S
MERCURY.... AND IT CAN KILL YOU!
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
U.S. EPA

March 1995

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 402-F-94-009)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA540K95001.html
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                       Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
                       Publications Information Web Site (search for 540K95001):
                       http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

                       Free

                       Tri-fold brochure containing information on mercury.

                       General Public

                       Three newspaper articles reporting youth encounters with mercury, a list
                       of symptoms caused by mercury poisoning, and a short quiz
Abstract:   Realizing that youth are often attracted to mercury's dazzling appearance, this
           brochure has been designed as a warning device, especially for children and parents. It
           includes text from newspaper articles reporting terrifying encounters between youth
           and mercury, and a long list of dangerous and potentially fatal symptoms.
ATSDR AND EPA  WARN THE PUBLIC ABOUT CONTINUING
PATTERNS OF METALLIC MERCURY EXPOSURE
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
                       ATSDR and U.S. EPA

                       Information not available

                       Loretta Bush
                       ATSDR Office of Policy and External Affairs
                       Phone: (404) 639-0501
                       E-mail: Iob3@cdc.gov

                       Information not available

                       Free

                       Fact sheet on metallic mercury exposure.

                       General Public

                       Information on:
                          Metallic mercury poisoning in children
                          Incidents involving religious practices
                          General facts on mercury and how it is used, how exposure can
                          occur, how  it can affect human health, how contamination can be
                          prevented, how mercury can be cleaned up, how electronic
                          equipment can collect mercury vapors, how to keep homes safe, and
                          a list of important telephone numbers.

Abstract:   Metallic mercury is a hazardous chemical that can cause serious health problems,
           especially in children and fetuses. This fact sheet is written to  help the general public
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          understand how short-term or long-term exposures to metallic mercury can lead to
          serious health problems.
+ ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION*	

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION MATERIALS: GUIDELINES FOR
EXCELLENCE
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North American Association for Environmental Education

1996

NAAEE Publications and Membership Office
P.O. Box 400
Troy, OH 45373 U.S.A.
Phone:  (937)676-2514
E-mail: jthoreen@igc.apc.org

Information not available

Information not available

Guide booklet for developing and selecting environmental education
materials.

Community organizations, schools, voluntary agencies, and foundations

23 pages, including an introduction, "How to Use the Guidelines"
chapter, chapters for each key characteristic (see Abstract section), and a
2-page glossary of key terms.
Abstract:   The guidelines provided in this booklet aim to help developers of activity guides,
          lesson plans, and other instructional materials produce high quality products and to
          provide educators with a tool to evaluate the wide array of available environmental
          education materials. This booklet points out six key characteristics of high quality
          environmental education materials:

          1)       Fairness and Accuracy in describing environmental problems, issues, and
                   conditions, and in reflecting diversity of perspectives on them.
          2)       Depth of the materials—as appropriate for different developmental
                   levels—to foster awareness of the environment, understanding of
                   environmental concepts and conditions, and awareness of the values and
                   attitudes at the heart of environmental issues.
          3)       Emphasis on skills building
          4)       Action orientation to promote civic responsibility
          5)       Instructional soundness to create an effective learning environment
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          6)
Usability based on design and ease of use.
           For all six key characteristics, the booklet includes guidelines that either can be
           followed when developing the environmental education materials or used to assess the
           quality of the materials.
SALTA: AN ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND COMMUNITY
ORGANIZING TRAINING MANUAL
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   Environmental Health Coalition

   1996

   Environmental Health Coalition
   1717 Kettner Blvd., Suite 100
   San Diego, CA 92101
   Phone: (619)235-0281
   Fax: (619)232-3670
   E-mail: ehcoalition@igc.apc.org

   Environmental Health Coalition's Home Page:
   http://www.environmentalhealth.org

   Publications and Ordering Information:
   http://www.environmentalhealth.org/publications.html

   Non-profit or community organization with an annual budget less than
   $250,000: $50.00

   Non-profit or community organization with an annual budget of
   $250,000- $500,000:$75.00

   All others: $100.00

   Training manual written in both English and Spanish aimed at
   developing and empowering community activists in their struggle for
   environmental justice.

   Designed for Hispanic women and community activists
   Ten chapters with separate introduction and teaching materials:
      Chapter 1:  Getting to Know Each Other
      Chapter 2:  Getting Toxics Out Of Your Home
      Chapter 3:  Getting Rid of Pests
      Chapter 4:  Getting the Lead Out
      Chapter 5:  Our Neighborhood is Important
      Chapter 6:  Leaders in Our Neighborhood
      Chapter 7:  Organizing For Change
      Chapter 8:  Latinas Taking Action
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                        !  Chapter 9: It's All Connected
                        !  Chapter 10: Graduation

Abstract:   SALTA is a project of the Environmental Health Coalition, a grassroots organization
           founded in San Diego, CA, in 1980. It stands for "Salud Ambiental, Latinas Tomando
           Accion," which, when translated to English, means "Environmental Health, Latinas
           Taking Action." SALTA was designed to prepare community residents to deal with
           environmental crises and ongoing or historical problems. It equips Latinas with tools to
           use for both long- and short-term strategies. Its goal is to help Latinas learn what kinds
           of toxic chemicals in their homes and neighborhoods are a danger to their families,
           and how they can take action to get rid of these hazards.
COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION OF THE NATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES
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National Association of Counties (NACo)

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NACo/CSD
Attn: Nelsona Waugh
440 First St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 942-4259
Fax: (202) 737-0480

Information not available

Information not available

Four-fold brochure describing NACo's programs
Target Audience:        County governments, community service organizations, and others
                       interested

Content:                !  Information on NACo's programs:
                                 Sustainable Communities Initiative
                                 Environmental Programs
                                 Coastal Watershed Management Project
                                 Source Water Protection Project
                                 Solid Waste Management Project
                                 Affordable Housing Project
                       !  A publications list

Abstract:   The Community Services Division of NACo's County Services Department provides
           assistance to county leaders for the betterment of community infrastructure and the
           human and natural  environment through the programs listed in the Contents section
           above. The Sustainable Communities Initiative informs county officials and others, and
           serves as a clearinghouse for information related to the role of county governments in
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           building sustainable communities. The Coastal Watershed Management Project's main
           objective is to build awareness of coastal issues and provide technical assistance to
           coastal communities. The Source Water Protection Project brings educational and
           technical assistance to local governments faced with contaminated drinking water
           concerns. The Solid Waste Management Project provides counties technical
           information on municipal solid waste management topics in collaboration with EPA's
           Office of Research and Development. NACo also is involved in two environmental
           projects: one on radon and indoor air; the other on pollution prevention.

           The publications list in the brochure lists publications on sustainable development,
           home projects, radon, indoor air, pollution prevention, solid waste management,
           coastal watersheds, source water protection/wellhead  protection, and the general
           environment.
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES • HEALTHY YOUTH: A NATIONAL
INITIATIVE OF THE SEARCH INSTITUTE TO UNITE COMMUNITIES
FOR CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS
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Search Institute

1997

Search Institute
700 South 3rd Street Suite 210
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Phone: (612) 376-8955 or (800) 888-7828
Fax: (612) 376-8956

Search Institute's Home Page:
http://www.search-institute.org

Catalog and Ordering Information:
http ://www. search- i nsti tute. org/cata I og/i nd ex. htm

Information not available

Background information on the Healthy Communities • Healthy Youth
program.

Communities, schools, and churches

Background materials on the Healthy Communities •  Healthy Youth
program, list of the program's 40 developmental assets, tables showing
the protective and thriving consequences of the development assets
based on a study with 99,462 students in 213 cities conducted by
Search Institute, a poster showing "Ideas for Asset Building," and a
catalog to order the program's materials, including a tool kit, sampler
kit, speaker's kit, group activities for helping youth succeed, full-color
poster on 101 asset-building actions, and a book titled "All  Kids Are Our
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                       Kids" that describes what communities must do to raise caring and
                       responsible children and adolescents.

Abstract:   Healthy Communities •  Healthy Youth is a national initiative of the Search Institute
           that seeks to motivate and equip individuals, organizations, and their leaders tojoin
           together in nurturing competent, caring, and responsible children and adolescents.
           This mission is accomplished through research, evaluation, resource materials,
           training, technical assistance, and networking opportunities based on the Search
           Institute's framework of developmental assets, which are provided with this tool.
NATIONAL PTA LEADER'S GUIDE TO ENVIRONMENTAL
ISSUES—WORKSHOP PRESENTATION KIT
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:

Contact Information:
                       National PTA in cooperative partnership with
                       U.S. EPA

                       1996

                       National PTA
                       330 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 2100
                       Chicago, IL 60611-3690
                       Phone: (312)670-6782
                       Fax: (312)670-6783
                       E-mail: info@pta.org

                       National PTA's Home Page:
                       http://www.pta.org/

                       Information not available

                       Workshop presentation kit that provides basic information on
                       environmental issues that are of the most concern to PTA members, as
                       well as resources and suggestions from PTAs on how to address them.

                       PTA members

                       The kit includes:
                          Outline for a workshop presentation on PTAs and Environmental
                          Issues
                          Tips for an effective presentation
                          A set of 29 overheads
                       !   National PTA Leader's Guide to Environmental Issues
                       \   National PTA Earth Week brochure including a radon detection kit
                          coupon

Abstract:   The outline for the workshop presentation kit is based on the same format used for the
           National PTA Leader's  Guide to Environmental Issues. This workshop presentation kit
           is to be used as an aid by PTA leaders to educate PTA members on environmental
           issues and their impact on the health and welfare of children. The overhead
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           presentation is divided into four major sections—Section 1: PTAs and the Environment;
           Section 2: Addressing Environmental Issues; Section 3: Environmental Issues; and
           Section 4: Conclusion and Discussion.

           For each of the following nine environmental issues mentioned in the overhead
           presentation, there is an overhead discussing: (1) Overview of the Issue; and (2) What
           PTAs Are Doing to Address the Issue:
           1)        Air Pollution
           2)        Environmental Tobacco Smoke
           3)        Hazardous Materials and Emergency Planning
           4)        Indoor Air Quality
           5)        Lead Poisoning
           6)        Pesticides
           7)        Radon
           8)        Sol id Waste
           9)        Water Pollution and Drinking Water Quality
NATIONAL PTA—ADVOCACY TRAINING MANUAL
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National PTA
1994, revised 1996

National PTA
330 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 2100
Chicago, IL 60611-3690
Phone: (312)670-6782
Fax: (312)670-6783
E-mail: info@pta.org

National PTA's Home Page:
http://www.pta.org

Information not available

A training manual to guide PTA members, as well as state and local
leaders, to build the support base they need to become effective
advocates for young people and education change.

PTA members

In addition to the five chapters listed below, the notebook includes an
Introduction,  Overview, and a two-page order form titled, U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency Region 5—Resources for Children's
Health Protection, which lists 18 documents, including some that have
been translated from English into Spanish.

The guide book's five chapters are as follows:
I.  Planning An Advocacy Campaign
II.  Carrying Out the Advocacy Campaign
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Abstract:
                       III.  Resources
                       IV.  Selected Bibliography
                       V.  Notes

          The training manual instructs PTA members how to organize and operate a campaign
          and how to work with other groups and the media.
AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION KEEPS THE GERMS AWAY
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                      Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

                      1998

                      Sandy Berger/Amy Hinkelman
                      G.S. Schwartz and Co.
                      470 Park Ave. South
                      New York, NY 10016
                      Phone: (212)725-4500

                      Information not available

                      Information not available
                                                                          OTHER
Tool Type/Purpose:       Folder with information on ways to prevent the spread of germs.

Target Audience:         Families and schools

Content:                Two fact sheets on preventing infectious disease, four news releases on
                       the "An Ounce of Prevention" program, and biographical sketches of
                       four professionals involved in the program.

Abstract:   The "An Ounce of Prevention Keeps The Germs Away" program is an educational
          program from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in partnership with
          Reckitt & Colman, Inc.,  LYSOL® Products Group. This program provides seven simple
          steps to keeping your family healthy. The program is designed to reintroduce basic and
          inexpensive methods of protection against infectious diseases ranging from the
          common cold and flu to deadly diseases like hantavirus and AIDS.
PARTNERS IN ACTION FOR TEEN HEALTH (PATH)

Developer/Publisher:    Colorado Department of Health

Date Developed:        1989
Contact Information:
                      Barbara Ritchen, Director
                      Adolescent Health Program
                      Colorado Department of Health
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4210 E. 11thAve.
Denver, CO 80220
Phone: (303)331-8369

Information not available

Information not available

Manual to assist in replicating PATH program.

Families, schools, teens, voluntary agencies, service organizations,
foundations, community groups, and policy-makers

117-page manual that includes the following chapters:
   Acknowledgments
   Introduction
   Activating the Community: Establishing A Community Advisory
   Council
   Assessing Community Needs
   Action Planning
   Evaluation
   Personnel and Budget
   Role of State Health Agency
   References and Resources
   Appendices
Abstract:   The PATH program was a three-year demonstration project designed to develop a
           model to facilitate community action to address adolescent health problems. PATH
           was ajoint venture between the Colorado Department of Health and four
           demonstration communities across the state. Funding was provided through a Maternal
           Child Health Improvement  Project grant through the Bureau of Maternal and Child
           Health and Resources Development, United States Department of Health and Human
           Services, for the years 1987 through 1990. This manual's purpose is to teach other
           communities how to replicate the PATH program's demonstration projects.
HEALTHY CHILD CARE AMERICA CAMPAIGN
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
American Academy of Pediatrics in partnership with the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Human Services Child
Care Bureau and the Maternal and Child Health Bureau.

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Moniquin Huggins, Child  Care Bureau, (202) 690-5641

Jane Coury and Phyllis Stubbs-Wynn, Maternal and Child Health
Bureau, (301) 443-6600

Healthy Child Care America Campaign Blueprint for Action:
http://www.ehsnrc.org/fththcam.htm
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                       Information on the Healthy Child Care America Campaign.

                       Health care providers and the child care community
                          Healthy Child Care America Fact Sheet
                          Healthy Child Care America: Blueprint for Action
                          Healthy Child Care America Newsletter
                          Demographic Information on Child Care Centers in Washington, DC
                          Project Abstract of the Community Integrated Service System, Health
                          Systems Development in Child Care: Healthy Kids, DC, Program
           The Healthy Child Care America Campaign is based on the principle that families,
           child care providers, and health care providers in partnership can promote the healthy
           development of young children in child care and increase access to preventative
           health services and safe physical environments for children. The Blueprint for Action
           provides communities with steps they can take to either expand existing public and
           private services and resources or to  create new services and resources that link
           families, health care  providers, and  child care providers. Communities using the
           Blueprint for Action are encouraged to identify their own needs and to adapt the steps
           within the document as needed.
UNDERSTANDING ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH RISKS— TEACHER'S JQTHER
MANUAL
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                       Science Education for Public Understanding Program, University of
                       California, Berkeley

                       1995

                       SEPUP
                       Lawrence Hall of Science
                       University of California
                       Berkeley, CA 94720
                       Phone: (510)642-8718
                       Fax: (510)642-1055

                       SEPUP's Home Page:
                       http://www.lhs.berkeley.edu/SEPUP

                       Information not available

                       Teacher's manual for a course on environmental health risks.

                       Students and teachers

                       Ten short activity overviews and a conceptual overview of science
                       concepts, processes, and societal issues.
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Abstract:   The purpose of this teacher's manual is to teach students to better understand the
           issues related to environmental health risks. The module opens with an activity calling
           for students to rank a list of various environmental health risks and to compare their
           results with those of scientific experts. Then students explore issues of drinking water
           by investigating the use of chlorine to disinfect drinking water, and sampling
           techniques used to provide information about environmental health risks and the basic
           concepts of toxicology. Students also are  introduced to components of environmental
           health risks that can  be compared on a quantitative basis and are asked to consider
           personal actions they might take to reduce their exposure to environmental health risks
           in their lives.
WORKSHOP AND GRANTEE MEETING: K- 12 ENVIRONMENTAL
HEAL TH SCIENCE EDUCA TION
                                                                             OTHER
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                       National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences,
                       National Institutes of Health

                       May 1997

                       Dr.  Allen Dearry
                       National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
                       P.O. Box 12233
                       MD: EC-21
                       Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
                       Phone: (919)541-4943
                       E-mail: dearry@niehs.nih.gov

                       NIEHS's Home Page:
                       http://www.niehs.nih.gov

                       NIEHS's Outreach Programs Page:
                       http://www.niehs.nih.gov/od/k-12/allextra/htmffmaterial

                       Information not available

                       Meeting notes from a May 12-13,  1997, Workshop and Grantee Meeting

                       Schools, community, scientists, administrators

                       44 pages, including an Agenda, List of Participants, and Abstracts.
Abstract:   The goal of this meeting was to increase student preparation and interest in
           environmental health science,  locally and nationally, to make students aware of
           science career opportunities and to increase public awareness about the impact of
           environmental agents on human health. The booklet is divided into four sections:

           1)        Workshop and Grantee Meeting: K-12 Environmental Health Science
                    Education
           2)        Grantees, Participants and NIEHS Staff
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          3)       Grantee Abstracts, Instructional Materials Development
          4)       Grantee Abstracts, Teacher Enhancement & Development
COMMUNITY-BASED ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION: A
RESOURCE BOOK FOR PROTECTING ECOSYSTEMS AND
COMMUNITIES
                                                     \7
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U.S. EPA

September 1997

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
EPA Publication No: EPA 230-B-96-003

Community-Based Environmental Protection Clearinghouse
Office of Sustainable Ecosystems and Communities (2184)
U.S. EPA
401 M Street SW
Washington, DC 20460
E-mail: cbep.handbook@epamail.epa.gov

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/catalog/EPA230B96003.html
Free
Resource book to assist people who wish to address their own
ecosystem protection concerns.

Communities, Private groups, and anyone interested in environmental
protection

A more than 100-page publication discussing EPA's Community-Based
Environmental Protection Program. This resource book provides the
following:

1)  Chapter 1 - An Overview of Community-Based Environmental
   Protection
2)  Chapter 2 - Getting Started: Goal-Setting and Developing an
   Organization
3)  Chapter 3 - Assessing the Conditions of Local Ecosystems and Their
   Effectiveness on Communities: Tools and Techniques
4)  Chapter 4 - Strategies to Consider for Ecosystem Protection
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                       5)  Chapter 5 - Evaluating and Choosing Strategies for Ecosystem
                           Protection Efforts
                       6)  Appendix A: Technical Assistance Directory
                           Appendix B: Glossary of Terms
                           Appendix C: Understanding Ecosystems, An Ecosystem Primer

Abstract:   EPA's Community-Based Environmental Protection (CBEP) initiative is designed to help
           people become effective partners in protecting the environment, including the
           ecosystems that support the physical and economic health of the places where they
           live and work. The EPA Office of Sustainable Ecosystems and  Communities has
           compiled this book to identify practical  approaches and tools to help communities
           carry out their own ecosystem protection efforts.
NA TIONAL PTA INITIA TIVES OF THE EDUCA TION COMMISSION,
1997-1998                                                               OTHER
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National PTA

1997

Judy Mountjoy-VP Programs
National PTA
1140 Englewood  Dr.
Winston-Salem, NC 27016-5739
Phone: (336) 722-7609
Fax: (336) 722-7487
E-mail: vpprograms@pta.org

National PTA's Home Page:
http://www.pta.org

Information not available

National PTA Program Listing.

PTA members, schools, communities

A six-page listing  of National PTA's Education Commission and Health
& Welfare Commission Initiatives.
Abstract:   This listing includes bulleted descriptions of the following National PTA Initiatives:

           Health & Welfare Commission 1997-1998 Initiatives:
           1)        Comprehensive School Health/HIV
           2)        Critical Viewing/Media Literacy
           3)        Environmental Issues
           4)        Nutrition Education
           5)        Safeguarding Your Children/Violence Prevention
           6)        School Bus Safety - Be Cool Follow the Rules
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          7)       Substance Abuse Prevention
          8)       Technology/Internet Safety
          9)       Tobacco Education
          10)      WebSite

          Education Commission 1997-1998 Initiatives:
          1)       Arts in Education
          2)       Early Childhood Outreach
          3)       Family Information and Resource Centers
          4)       Parent and Family Involvement Teacher Training Pilot Project
          5)       Partnership for Family Involvement in Education
          6)       Hand in Hand: Parents, Schools & Communities United for Kids
          7)       National Coalition for Parent Involvement in Education (NCPIE)
          8)       Parent Plus: A Comprehensive Program for Parent Involvement
          9)       Teacher's Guide to Parent and Family Involvement
          10)      El Nido de la Familia (The Family Nest)
          11)      Ebony/National PTA Guide to Student Excellence
          12)      WebSite
INFORMATION FROM THE NATIONAL COALITION OF HISPANIC
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS
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National Coalition of Hispanic Health and Human Services
Organizations (COSSMHO)

1998

COSSMHO
Membership Services
1501 16th St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone: (202) 387-5000

COSSMHO's Home Page:
http://www.COSSMHO.org/

Prices of some documents can be found at:
http://www.COSSMHO.org/catalog.html

Various information on COSSMHO and its programs.

Health care facilities in Hispanic neighborhoods, and others interested
in Hispanic health care
   COSSMHO Fact Sheet
   COSSMHO Membership Form
   Tri-fold brochure titled "Health Care Across Cultures: Practical
   Solutions To The Challenges Of Delivering Health Care Services to
   Hispanic Communities"

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Abstract:
                       !   Brochure on COSSMHO's 12th Biennial National Conference On
                          Hispanic Health and Human Services, Dorado, Puerto Rico
                       !   COSSMHO's 1996 Catalog, which includes consumer materials,
                          training materials, professional resources, policy and research
                          materials, and hotline information
                       !   Fact Sheet on "What Parents Should Know About Infant
                          Immunization"
                       !   Fact Resources Kit Order Form
                       !   "Las vacunas de mi bebe-My Baby's Immunization Book" Order
                          Form
                       !   "Pittan news"— A newsletter designed for sharing knowledge in the
                          area of health care delivery to Hispanics.
                       !   "The COSSMHO Reporter" Vol. 23, No. 1, September 1997 -
                          February 1998

           COSSMHO's mission is to connect communities and create change to improve the
           health and well being of Hispanics in the United States. Its vision is for strong healthy
           Hispanic communities whose contributions are recognized and valued by a society
           that fosters the health, well being, and prosperity of all  its members. Priority areas
           include women's health, environmental health, health system reform, and welfare
           reform.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS FOR HEALTHY CHILDREN: AN
INITIATIVE OF THE SIERRA HEALTH FOUNDATION
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                       Sierra Health Foundation

                       January 21, 1994

                       Sierra Health Foundation
                       1321 Garden Hwy.
                       Sacramento, CA 95833
                       Phone: (916)922-4755
                       Fax: (916)922-4024

                       Sierra Health Foundation Home Page:
                       http://www.rurayob.cahwnet.gov/Sierra.htm

                       Information not available

                       Presentation materials describing the Sierra Health Foundation's
                       program on Community Partnerships for Healthy Children.

                       Communities in specific counties of northern California

                       Seventeen black-and-white overheads.
Abstract:   The Sierra Health Foundation funds activities that benefit people within specific
           northern California counties. The Community Partnerships for Healthy Children's
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           program is a ten-year commitment to improving the health of young children (0-8
           years) utilizing a community development strategy. The program's goals are to
           improve children's health, assist communities, strengthen local structures, maximize
           resources, and achieve lasting change. The program involves research activities, grant-
           making programs (community development grants, program planning grants, and
           implementation grants), grant monitoring and oversight, technical assistance, an
           advisory committee, a communications strategy, and independent program
           evaluations.
THE 1997 PAUL G. KEOUGH EARTH ARTISTS PROGRAM
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                       U.S. EPA Region 1
                                                                            •x

                       1997

                       The Paul G. Keough Earth Artists Program
                       U.S. EPA Region 1
                       JFK Federal Building (RAA)
                       Boston, MA 02203
                       Phone: (617) 864-2042 or (617) 565-9447

                       Information not available

                       Free

                       Tri-fold brochure explaining the Earth Artists Program and rules
                       concerning the program's poem and poster contest.

                       Students in kindergarten through 6th grade

                       (See Abstract section)
Abstract:   This brochure announces U.S. EPA Region 1's annual Paul G. Keough Earth Artists
           Program. The program encourages interested students to create posters and poems that
           suggest actions they and others can take to protect the environment and to enter them
           into the program's contest. Rules, entry information, and award criteria are included in
           the brochure.
RESOURCE GUIDE ON CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
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                       Children's Environmental Health Network

                       1997
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                       To order copies of the Resource Guide, send your name, phone number
                       and shipping address along with a check payable to Public Health
                       Institute to:

                       Resource Guide on Children's Environmental Health
                       Children's Environmental Health Network
                       5900 HollisSt., Suite. E
                       Emeryville, CA 94608-2008

                       Call the Children's Environmental Health Network for further
                       information at (510) 450-3818 or E-mail Jackie Schwartz, Program
                       Coordinator atjschwartz@cehn.org

                       Children's Environmental Health Network Home Page:
                       http://www.cehn.org/

                       $15.00 each, plus $3.50 shipping and handling per guide. California
                       residents  must add 8.25% sales tax ($1 .24 per guide). Bulk rates and
                       sliding scale rates are available.

                       Resource guide for identifying and accessing key resources in children's
                       environmental health.

                       Community leaders, policy makers, health and environmental
                       specialists, members of the Advocacy Committee, and general public

                       243-page guide containing information on government and private
                       organizations that conduct projects on behalf of children's health, data
                       sources, detailed index, introduction to the field of children's environ-
                       mental  health, recommended reading list, and glossary of children's
                       environmental health terms.

                       This guide contains information on government and private
                       organizations that conduct a broad spectrum of environmental health
                       projects on behalf of children. Each organization's entry contains a
                       mission statement, description of environmental health activities, listing
                       of information the organization makes available to the public, and a
                       summary of issues and activities the organization pursues. It  is structured
                       to allow the user easy access to a wide range of information  about
                       children's environmental health.
YOUTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT
PROGRAM                                                                jOTHER
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                       U.S. EPA

                       April 1993
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U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH USA 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epa.gov
(Refer to EPA document number: EPA 832-F-93-001)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA832F93001.html

Information not available

Ten-page fact sheet showcases the success of EPA's Youth and the
Environment Program and encourages new communities to sponsor a
program.

High school youth

Descriptions of EPA's Youth and the Environment Program and
successes si nee 1990.
Abstract:   This fact sheet describes EPA's Youth and the Environment Program that began in 1990
           to introduce economically-disadvantaged urban and rural youth to career opportunities
           in the environmental field by combining summer employment with training and
           hands-on experience. It includes success stories in New England, Maryland,
           Tennessee, Kansas City, and Denver, and provides information on how to sponsor a
           program in a new area.
DECISIONS BASED ON SCIENCE
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National Science Teachers Association

1997

NSTA Science Store
P.O. Box90214
Washington, DC 20090-0214
Phone: (800) 722-6782
Fax: (703) 522-6091
(Refer to publication number P6 141X)

NSTA Science Store Home Page:
http://www.nsta.org/scistore

$19.95 + shipping and  handling
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140-page softbound book guides students to use scientific methods to
make decisions rather thanjust memorize. After mastering the skills of
decision making, students should be able to identify and state problems
and options, research risks and benefits, make decisions based on
rational methods, and present decisions coherently and logically.

Teachers and Students

Background information is provided in the teachers guide. In addition,
the book contains 10 guided activities with separate student and teacher
pages; extended learning with 14 independent exercises;
interdisciplinary links with life, physical, earth, and social sciences;
reference to social and ethical considerations; and assessment rubrics to
evaluate students' work.
Abstract:   (See Content and Tool Type/Purpose sections)
URBAN RUNOFF MANAGEMENT INFORMATION/EDUCATION
PRODUCTS
                                                      OTHER
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U.S. EPA Region 5

February 1993

U.S. EPA Region 5
Publications Office
77 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60604
(800)621-8431
(Refer to EPA publication number: EPA 833-K-93-001)

Information not available

Information not available

200-page catalog that showcases existing programs, helps transfer
information for future activities, and attempts to avoid duplication of
efforts. It also can be used as an educational guide for school systems.

Federal, state, and local governments; schools; and the general public

The catalog contains information and educational materials related to
urban runoff, and storm water and construction activities, which are
categorized by media and type of publication. Each entry contains a
title, intended audience, description, and contact for ordering.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
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How TO PUT TOGETHER A COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENTAL
EDUCATION PROPOSAL
                                                OTHER
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U.S. EPA Region 1

1997

EPA Environmental Education Program
U.S. EPA Region 1
JFK Federal Building
Boston, MA 02203 (RAA)
Phone: (617)565-3574/9447

U.S. EPA Region 1's Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/Region1

Information not available

Four-page bulletin to help communities prepare a winning grant
proposal for the fiscal year 1997 EPA Environmental Education Grant
Program.

Potential candidates for an EPA Environmental Education Grant

(See Tool Type/Purpose section)
Abstract:   This bulletin helps grant writers ask appropriate questions about developing a
          competitive grant proposal and includes a checklist for compiling a work plan and
          reasons why proposals fail to get funded.
GRANT FUNDING FOR YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
PROGRAM: STRA TEGIES AND OPTIONS                             «
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North American Association for Environmental Education
and EPA

June 1993

NAAEE
Publications and Membership Office
P.O. Box 400
Troy, OH 45373

Information not available

$5.00
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             30-page booklet developed to help environmental education
             practitioners prepare winning grant proposals for their environmental
             education programs.

             Environmental education practitioners

             This booklet contains chapters on determining whether a grant is
             appropriate to the practitioner's needs, grant sources, targeting grant-
             seeking efforts, preparing a winning proposal, and resources.
Abstract:   This is a basic guide for pursuing grant funding for environmental education. It offers
           tips and outlines strategies for identifying and researching appropriate sources of
           funding, preparing competitive proposals, and increasing the chance of success. It also
           provides a list funding sources.
THE SUPERFUND JOBS TRAINING INITIATIVE (SUPER JTI)
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                                                                              OTHER
             U.S. EPA

             January 1997
             U.S. EPA/NCEPI
             P.O. Box42419
             Cincinnati, OH USA 45242-2419
             Phone: (800)490-9198
             International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
             Fax: (513)489-8695
             E-mail: ncepi.mail@epa.gov
             (Refer to EPA publication number: EPA 540-K-97-002)

             Ordering Information:
             http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA540K97002.html

             Information not available

             Two-page fact sheet to encourage communities to participate in EPA's
             Superfund Job Training Initiative (Super JTI), which facilitates training of
             local  residents for positions with cleanup contractors.

             General  Public

             Description of EPA's Super JTI program.
This fact sheet describes the purpose and management of Super JTI. It discusses the
components of the Super JTI, including pre-employment basicjobs training and
classroom instruction and apprenticeship training. It also describes how communities,
residents, and contractors can participate.
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A GUIDE TO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION RESOURCES
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                                                                       OTHER
U.S. EPA Region 1

January 1996

EPA Environmental Education Program
U.S. EPA Region 1
JFK Federal Building
Boston, MA 02203 (RAA)
Phone: (617)565-3574/9447

U.S. EPA Region 1's Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/Region1

Information not available
Two-page flyer providing samples of information on New England's
environmental education resources.

New England Schools

This flyer contains information about New England State Directories,
National/Regional Environmental Education Programs, and brief
descriptions and contacts on instructional materials on environmental
education for all grades.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
SCHOOL RECYCLING PROGRAMS: A HANDBOOK FOR
EDUCATORS
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U.S. EPA

August 1990

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 530-SW-90-023)
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Web Site:              Ordering Information:
                      http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA530SW90023.html

                      Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
                      Publications Information Web Site (search for 530SW90023):
                      http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

                      Free

                      24-page booklet describing various school recycling programs.

                      School administrators, teachers, community leaders, and youth
                      organization leaders

Content:               Introduction, Ten Steps to Get Started, and Facts Related to Different
                      Types of Recycling Programs.

Abstract:   This booklet describes a number of school recycling program options, along with step-
          by-step instructions on how to set one up.  It focuses on implementing actual recycling
          projects as a way of teaching the importance and  benefits of recycling. Because school
          recycling projects are excellent candidates for the President's Environmental Youth
          Awards, which are administered by EPA, instructions for how schools can apply for
          these regional and national awards also are detailed.
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THE SAN FRANCISCO HEALTHY CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY
COLLABORATION'S APPLICATION FOR FUNDING TO THE
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
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                      Healthy Children Organizing Project

                      December 1997

                      Neil Gendel
                      Project Director of Healthy Children Organizing Project
                      717 Market Street Room 310
                      San Francisco, CA94103
                      Phone: (415) 777-9648
                      Fax: (415) 777-5267

                      Information not available

                      Information not available

                      The San Francisco Healthy Children's Community Collaboration's
                      completed application for EPA grant funding.

                      Families in the San Francisco area
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Content:                The San Francisco Healthy Children's Community Collaboration's EPA
                        grant application for building a community-based collaboration for an
                        integrated approach to preventing childhood diseases, particularly in
                        low-income minority communities.

Abstract:   The primary goal of The San Francisco Healthy Children's Community Collaboration is
           to have healthy kids living in decent, healthy housing in all of its communities. To do
           this, the Collaboration proposes in its application to:

           1)       Build its communities' capacity to create a long-term, community-based
                    children's health education "delivery system."
           2)       Mobilize government resources to educate the parents they serve.
           3)       Incorporate other preventable childhood disease information into its
                    educational activities.
           4)       Integrate its delivery system with the  "traditional" health education system
                    to make both more effective.
           5)       Increase the number of children being tested for lead poisoning as part of
                    full, well child care.
           6)       Reduce lead hazards in private housing and public facilities.
   FOOD
FIGHT BAG!™: KEEP FOOD SAFE FROM BACTERIA
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Partnership for Food Safety Education

1998

Partnership for Food Safety Education
800 Connecticut Avenue,  NW (Suite 500)
Washington, DC 20006-2701
Phone: (202) 452-8444
Fax: (202) 429-4549

Fight Bac Home Page:
http://www.fightbac.org/

Free
Nationwide education campaign to convey four key principles of food
safety: wash hands and cooking utensils; prevent cross-contamination;
cook to proper temperatures; and store foods correctly.

General Public

This kit includes the following materials:
!   Introductory letter
!   Community tips on how your organizations can take part in this
    nationwide food safety education campaign
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Abstract:
                        !   Sample press release
                        !   Newsletter article titled "(Organization) Joins In National Food
                           Safety Education Initiative"
                        !   Fact Sheet
                        !   Flyer titled "Foodborne Illness: How to Keep From Getting Sick"
                        !   Four Radio Public Service announcements
                        !   Camera-ready Tri-Fold brochure titled "Fight BAG!™: Four Simple
                           Steps to Food Safety"  (in English and Spanish)
                        !   Camera-ready artwork of the Fight BAG!™ logo and information
                           poster
                        !   Color-separations for the  Fight BAG!™  logo
                        !   License to Use the Partnership for Food Safety Education's Marks
                        !   [Royalty-Bearing Commercial] Trademark License Agreement
                        !   Response Form: The partnership for Food Safety Education

           This kit is designed to assist organizations in conducting state and local campaigns to
           promote safe food handling. It  is developed for flexible use and provides
           implementation ideas and reproducible  materials to spread the word through the local
           media, community and civic centers, local clinics, and other information channels
           about preparing and storing foods safely.
How To HELP AVOID FOODBORNE ILLNESS IN THE HOME
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                       The Lysol Company in cooperation with the Consumer          __
                       Information Center (with review by USDA for technical        NX
                       accuracy)

                       1997

                       Consumer Information Center

                       Consumer Information Center Home Page:
                       http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/food.htm
                       Full Text of Brochure:
                       http://www. pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/food/food born/food born, txt
                       Online Ordering Information:
                       http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cgi-bin/tame/cic_shop/cicshop.htm

                       Free

                       Four-Fold Brochure.

                       General Public

                       Information on the problems and solutions to foodborne illnesses in the
                       home.
Abstract:   Each year, an estimated 80 million Americans suffer from foodborne illness, more
           commonly referred to as food poisoning. This brochure provides information on the
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           causes of foodborne illness and ways to prevent it in the home. It includes information
           on common bacteria and ways cross contamination of food can occur in the kitchen. It
           includes tips on shopping, storing, preparing, and serving safely-prepared food. It also
           provides information on ways that soap and water and antibacterial kitchen products
           can help to prevent foodborne illness.
"OVEREXPOSED: ORGANOPHOSPHATE INSECTICIDES IN
CHILDREN'S FOOD"
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            Environmental Working Group

            January 1998

            Environmental Working Group

            Environmental Working Group Home Page:
            http://www.ewg.org/

            Abstract and downloadable version of the report:
            http://www.ewg.org/pub/home/reports/ops/oppress.html

            Free on the web

            Downloaded Environmental Working Group report on
            "Organophosphates in Food" at the web site address listed above.

            Parents,  Day-Care Workers, and Cafeteria Staff

            !   A press release of the report
            !   Executive Summary
            !   Sections on:
                  Food Quality Protection Act Mandates Extra Protection For Kids
                  High Risk Pesticides
                  Conclusions
                  Recommendations
This report was written in response to the Food Quality Protection Act, passed
unanimously by Congress in 1996, which requires all pesticides to be safe for infants
and children. This report was the first comprehensive analysis of exposure to
organophosphate pesticides in the  U.S. food supply. It is based on more than 80,000
samples of food tested by USDA and FDA.
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FEEDING BABY SAFELY: FACTS, FADS, AND FALLACIES

Developer/Publisher:     American Council on Science and Health

Date Developed:        1996
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American Council on Health and Science
1995 Broadway, 2nd floor
New York, NY 10023-5860
Phone: (212)362-7044
Fax: (212) 362-4919
E-mail: acsh@acsh.org

American Council on Health and Science Home Page:
http://www.acsh.org

Abstract and downloadable version of the booklet:
http://www.acsh.org/publications/booklets/feedingbaby.html

Free text available off the Internet at the address listed above.
Hard copies can be obtained for $5.00 each, $2.50 each for members.
Reduced prices for orders of 10 or more copies.

Information booklet explaining how to safely feed children.

Parents of infants and small children

Information on food safety, including safe food temperatures,
microorganisms, choking hazards, ingredients, and nutrition.
Abstract:   This book is aimed at teaching parents how to safely feed their children. It explains
          how parents should choose food for their children wisely, introduce new foods
          correctly, and follow certain precautions when feeding their children. It also discusses
          food allergies, food sensitivity, nutrition, and baby food costs. It includes an ACSH
          publications list and membership/order form.
DOES NATURE KNOW BEST? NATURAL CARCINOGENS AND
ANTICARCINOGENS IN AMERICA rs FOOD
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American Council on Science and Health

December 1996

American Council on Health and Science
1995 Broadway, 2nd floor
New York, NY 10023-5860
Phone: (212)362-7044
Fax: (212)362-4919
E-mail: acsh@acsh.org
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                       American Council on Health and Science Home Page:
                       http://www.acsh.org

                       Abstract and downloadable version of the booklet:
                       http://www.acsh.org/publications/booklets/nature.html

                       Free text available off the Internet at the address listed above.
                       Hard copies can be obtained for $5.00 each, $2.50 each for members.
                       Reduced prices for orders of 10 or more copies.

                       44-page booklet that discusses natural carcinogens and anticarginogens
                       found in food.

                       General Public

                       Information on carcinogens and  mutagens, natural carcinogens and
                       toxicants in foods, a survey of natural carcinogens and anticarcinogens
                       in food, information on what is safe, and conclusions.
Abstract:   This booklet is designed to provide information on carcinogens and anticarcinogens in
           food and guidelines on what people should be eating, including discussions on natural
           vs. synthetic foods, as well as what people should include in their diets.
GROWING FOOD CROPS ON CITY LOTS

                       U.S. EPA Region 5
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                       June 1994

                       David P. Macarus, Ph.D.
                       Pesticides Section
                       U.S. EPA Region 5 (OT-8J)
                       77 W. Jackson Blvd.
                       Chicago,  IL 60604

                       Information not  available

                       Information not  available

                       One-page fact sheet on the concerns about growing food crops on city
                       lots.

                       Members of the  public who are interested in growing a garden on a city
                       lot

                       Information on evaluating the land, dealing with contaminated land, and
                       obtaining more information.
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Abstract:   City lots can be used to produce food crops, but some lots may have been
           contaminated from industrial or private use or illegal dumping. The kinds of
           contamination that might enter food crops include metals and organic chemicals. This
           one-page fact sheet provides general recommendations when considering whether to
           grow a food crop on  land that may have been contaminated.
A TASTE OF ENGLISH
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Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs

1994

Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs
1611 North Kent Street, Suite 910
Arlington, VA 22209
(703)528-4141

Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs Home Page:
http://www.afop.org

Teacher Manual:  $25
Student Manual:  $12

English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) book on nutrition.

Low-literacy learners
A low-literacy ESL book that teaches basic nutrition and includes
illustrations, recipes, flashcards and glossary. The teacher manual is 200
pages. The student workbook is 126 pages.
Abstract:   This ESL book provides basic nutrition education information while increasing
           student's vocabulary.  Basic dietary guidelines are followed, incorporating health
           concerns.  Information regarding food programs and resources, such as WIC & Food
           Stamp program, are included.
THE FARMWORKER NUTRITION EDUCATION RESOURCE GUIDE
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Date Developed:

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Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs

May 1993

Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs
1611 North Kent Street, Suite 910
Arlington, VA 22209
(703)528-4141
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Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs Home Page:
http://www.afop.org

$10 per book

Listing of education materials on nutrition for use with farmworker
families.

Farmworker service providers and health/nutrition educators

Book listing publications, videos, pamphlets, and fact sheets on a variety
of nutrition-related subjects, including ordering information and related
prices. The book is 116 pages.
Abstract:   This detailed directory of nutrition education materials will help service providers find
           appropriate materials available in various languages. Publications are categorized by
           content, and include:
               Pregnancy
               Breast-feeding
               Infant Care
               Diabetes
               Dental Care
               Cancer
               Cardiovascular Issues
RADIO NUTRICION SERVICE PROVIDER'S KIT
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Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs

1996

Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs
1611 North Kent Street, Suite 910
Arlington, VA 22209
(703)528-4141

Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs Home Page:
http://www.afop.org

$50 per kit
Vinyl binder with six audio cassette tapes containing four radio mini-
dramas, one public service announcement, and recorded radio talk
shows. A bilingual service provider's guide is included.

Service providers targeting low-literacy Hispanics

The four radio mini-dramas are in Spanish and last 4 to 5 minutes each.
Topics covered are:
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                        !   Diabetes
                        !   High Blood Pressure
                        !   Heart Disease
                        !   Smart Shopping and Pregnancy

Abstract:   This Service Providers kit can be used by a nutrition educator to implement a radio
           social marketing outreach nutrition project for Hispanics.  The tapes can be played on
           a local radio station and accompanied by a call-in show as part of a radio campaign.
           The tapes also can be used in a nutrition education program. The guide provides
           detailed information on program development and evaluation as well as mini-drama
           scripts in English and Spanish.
RADIO NUTRICION SUPPLEMENTAL EDITION
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             Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs

             1997

             Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs
             1611 North Kent Street, Suite 910
             Arlington, VA 22209
             (703)528-4141

             Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs Home Page:
             http://www.afop.org
             $25 per kit

             Vinyl binder with two audio cassette tapes containing four radio mini-
             dramas on nutrition.  A service providers guide accompanies the set.

             Low-literacy Hispanics

             The four radio mini-dramas are in Spanish and lasts 4 to 5 minutes each.
             Each tape cover nutrition topics of concern to the Hispanic community:

             !   Nutrition  of Children
             !   Adolescents
             !   Pregnant Women
             !   The Elderly
This tape set can be used by health educators to implement a radio social-marketing
outreach campaign on nutrition education for migrant and seasonal farmworkers.  The
tapes can be played on a local radio station, accompanied by a radio call-in show for
question-and-answer sessions. The tapes also can be used by health educators in a
variety of other settings. The service guide provides detailed information on program
development and evaluation, as well as scripts in English and Spanish.
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  HEALTH END  POINTS
ASTHMA

OCCUPATIONAL ASTHMA
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Van Nostrand Reinhold Company (Edited by Claude Albee
Frazier, M.D.)

Copyright 1980 by Litton Educational Publishing, Inc.

Van Nostrand Reinhold Co.
135 West 50th Street
New York, NY 10020
Library of Congress Number 79-15305

Information not available

Information not available

Book to assist practicing physicians and medical researchers in
diagnosing and treating occupational asthma.

Researchers and physicians
Hard cover book containing 20 chapters (361 pages) covering such
problems as meatwrapper's syndrome and farmer's lung.
Abstract:  This book contains detailed information on the diagnosis and treatment of various
          types of asthma, including occupational asthma, exercise-induced asthma, and
          meatwrapper's asthma. It discusses radiographic findings that explain and illustrate
          normal and asthmatic chest radiographs and describes asthma hazards, prevalence,
          and symptoms related to the inhalation of different types of dust particles, such as
          industrial dust and flour. The book also covers recent research results on allergies to
          industrial air pollutants, and on pulmonary abnormalities from marijuana and drug
          abuse.
ALLERGIES IN CHILDREN: GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
American Academy of Pediatrics

1997

American Academy of Pediatrics
Division of Publications
141 North West Point Blvd.
P.O. Box 927
Elk Grove Village, IL 60009-0927
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Web Site:
Cost Information:
Publications and Services:
http://www.aap.org/pubserv/pubhome.htm

Non-Member Price: $29.95/100
AAP Member Price: $24.95/100
(Minimum orderlOO copies)
Tool Type/Purpose:      Five-fold brochure to inform parents about allergies in children.

Target Audience:        Parents

Content:                Guidelines, which are available in English and Spanish., to help parents
                       understand allergies and how to help children with allergies.

Abstract:   This brochure defines allergy and related terms,  describes the causes and symptoms of
           common allergies, how to distinguish an allergy from a cold, when the first allergic
           reaction is likely to occur, drug treatments, when a visit to an allergy specialist is
           necessary, and what parents can  do. The brochure also covers milk allergies.
How To HELP YOUR CHILD WITH ASTHMA: GUIDELINES FOR
PARENTS
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American Academy of Pediatrics

1997

American Academy of Pediatrics
Division of Publications
141 North West Point Blvd.
P.O. Box 927
Elk Grove Village, IL 60009-0927

Publications and Services:
http://www.aap.org/pubserv/pubhome.htm

Non-Member Price: $29.95/100
AAP Member Price: $24.95/100
(Minimum order: 100 copies)

Six-panel brochure to assist parents in helping their children with
asthma.

Parents

Guidelines to help parents better understand asthma, its causes, and
different asthma treatments.
Abstract:   This brochure describes asthma, the medications used to treat it, and asthma causes
           and symptoms. It provides information to help parents decide whether their child's
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           asthma is getting worse or is under control. It also discusses the use of peak flow
           meters that measure the rate of air flow in the lung.
CAPTAIN AMERICA ™
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Marvel Comics in cooperation with the American Academy
of Pediatrics

1995

American Academy of Pediatrics
Division of Publications
141 North West Point Blvd.
P.O. Box 927
Elk Grove Village, IL 60009-0927

AAP Publications and Services:
http://www.aap.org/pubserv/pubhome.htm

Non-Member Price: $39.95/50
AAP Member Price: $34.95/50
(Minimal order 50 copies)

Comic book to teach kids about exercise-induced asthma.

Children who suffer from exercise-induced asthma
Comic book that uses the Captain America™ character to teach children
about exercise-induce asthma.
Abstract:   Captain America encourages Dawn's baseball coach to overcome his fear of letting her
           play on the baseball team because of her exercise-induced asthma.
ZAP ASTHMA

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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Zap Asthma, Inc.

1998

Stephen Margolis, PhD
Visiting Professor
Center for Public Health Practice
Rollins School of Public Health @ Emory University
1518 Clifton Road, Rm. 660
Phone: (404) 727-4254
Fax: (404) 727-9198
e-mail: smarg01@sph.emory.edu
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Web Site:
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Tool Type/Purpose:       Folder containing information on the Zap Asthma, Inc., program for
                       Atlanta, Georgia's, empowerment zone residents.
Target Audience:
Content:
                       Anyone concerned about asthma

                       Folder includes the following information:
                       1)  Update on National Data on Asthma
                       2)  The Atlanta Empowerment Zone: Prevention Partnership, Asthma
                          Demonstration Project
                       3)  Newspaper Article from the Atlanta Constitution, Thursday, July
                          24, 1997. "$5 Million ZAP Asthma Program Gets Underway."
                       4)  ZAP Asthma Consortium, Inc., Board of Directors, December 10,
                          1997
                       5)  ZAP Asthma Public Private Partnership Model
                       6)  ZAP Asthma Takes Off in Atlanta
                       7)  Why Ebonie Can't Breathe.  Newsweek Article dated May 26,
                          1997
                       8)  Zap Asthma Videotape

Abstract:   Zap Asthma is a community-based asthma prevention program involving a multi-sector
           public, private, and community partnership. The program strives to demonstrate
           environmental control and health education strategies that decrease asthma morbidity
           in the Atlanta empowerment zone. The program's objectives are to: 1) improve the
           quality of life of children with asthma; 2) decrease  child morbidity from asthma-related
           illnesses; and 3) decrease children's exposure  to environmental risk factors.
RESOURCE DIRECTORY: A GUIDE TO ASTHMA PROGRAMS AND
SERVICES
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
                       Chicago Asthma Consortium in cooperation with the
                       American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago and the College of
                       Chest Physicians

                       Information not available

                       Chicago Asthma Consortium
                       1440 West Washington Blvd.
                       Chicago, IL 60607
                       Phone: (312)243-1560
                       Fax: (312)243-3954

                       Chicago Asthma Consortium Home Page:
                       http://www.chicagoasthma.org
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Cost Information:
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                       60-page resource guide on asthma programs in Chicago, as well as
                       listings of educational materials on asthma.
Target Audience:        Health professionals, community organizations, and asthma patients

Content:                (See Tool Type/Purpose section)

Abstract:   The first section of this resource directory offers a list of Chicago asthma programs,
           their descriptions, and contact information. The second section is devoted to providing
           the titles and short abstracts of available asthma education material.
ASTHMA: LEARNING TO CONTROL YOUR SYMPTOMS
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                       American Academy of Family Physicians

                       1993

                       American Academy of Family Physicians
                       8880 Ward Pkwy.
                       Kansas City, MO 64114-2797
                       Phone: (800) 944-0000
                       Fax: (816)822-0580

                       American Academy of Family Physicians Home Page:
                       http://www.aafp.org

                       Ordering information:
                       http://www.aafp.org/catalog/patient/asthma.html

                       $14.95

                       Videotape

                       Anyone interested in learning more about asthma

                       The video covers a variety of topics concerning asthma including:
                       1)  How to deal with the stress of an asthma diagnosis
                       2)  Learning to identify what triggers asthma attacks
                       3)  Changes to make in your home to reduce asthma triggers
                       4)  When to call a doctor
                       5)  Commonly prescribed asthma medications and how to use them
                          correctly
                       6)  How to recognize signs that asthma is getting worse

Abstract:   This video provides valuable information about how to manage asthma effectively for
           people of all ages. Whether you or a member of your family hasjust been diagnosed
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          with asthma or you have been living with asthma and would like to learn more, this
          video can provide tips on how to control the disease so it doesn't control you.
BREATHE EASY: YOUNG PEOPLE'S GUIDE TO ASTHMA
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Magination Press of the American Psychological Association

1994

Magination Press of the American Psychological Association
750 1st St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (800) 374-2721

Abstract and Ordering Information:
http://www.maginationpress.com/breathe.html

$9.95
Guidebook available in English and Spanish that includes illustrations,
diagrams, and self quizzes.

8-13 year olds

This Guidebook includes information on:
    How to recognize situations that trigger asthma—and how to avoid
    them
    How asthma medicines work
    How to handle teasing about asthma from others
    How relaxation techniques help to control asthma
    How to communicate better with the doctor...and more!
Abstract:   (See Content section)
BRONKIE THE BRONCHIASAURUS
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Raya Systems

1992

Raya Systems
2570 W. El Camino Real, Suite 309
Mountain View, CA 94040
Phone: (415)949-2672
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Abstract:
            Web site where children can e-mail and play with Bronkie, as well as
            read his story, and read Bronkie's answers to questions he has received
            from children with asthma:
            http://www.thriveonline.com/health/asthma/kids/index.html

            Information not available

            Super Nintendo™ videogame featuring Bronkie the Bronchiasaurus, who
            suffers from asthma.
            Children with asthma
            Super Nintendo™ videogame and instruction booklet.
Bronkie the Bronchiasaurus is intended for children and teens who have asthma and
other people who want to know more about it. Bronkie is designed to be engaging,
challenging, and fun. Players must make asthma management decisions successfully in
order to win the game. As make choices and see the consequences, players learn
important skills and gain the confidence to manage asthma effectively in their own
lives.

Bronkie the Bronchiasaurus is a videogame for the Super Nintendo™ Entertainment
System. It will be available for Windows 95 computers later this year. Bronkie  has
been reviewed and endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
ASTHMA AND THE ROLE OF AIR POLLUTION
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            Physicians for Social Responsibility

            1997

            Physicians for Social Responsibility
            1101 14th Street, NW, Suite 700
            Washington, DC 20005
            Phone: (202)898-0150
            Fax: (202)898-0172

            Physicians for Social Responsibility Home Page:
            http://www.psr.org

            Downloadable version of the document:
            http://www.psr.org/lfinalas.pdf

            Information not available

            Fact sheet on the role that air pollution has on asthma.

            Primary Care Physicians
                                                                             OTHER
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Content:
Background information on asthma and answers to the following
questions:
   What is asthma
   Who is affected
   Outdoor air pollution
   Indoor air pollution
   What can physicians do
   Additional Resources
Abstract:   (See Content section)
BIRTH DEFECTS
MARCH OF DIMES PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
CATALOG
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March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation

1994

March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation
National Office
1275 Mamaroneck Avenue
White Plains, NY  10605

March of Dimes Home Page:
http://www.modimes.org

Information not available

Catalog of Public Health Education Materials.

General  Public

Catalog of materials promoting reproductive health for women and men
of child-bearing age.
Abstract:   The mission of the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation is to improve the health
           of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. Through the Campaign for
           Healthier Babies, the March of Dimes funds programs of research, community service,
           education, and advocacy. This catalog includes an annotated, alphabetical list of
           materials related to preventing birth defects and infant mortality.  In separate sections,
           the materials are grouped by topic and audience. The materials vary in terms of format
           and target audience.
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CANCER
HANDLE WITH CARE: CHILDREN AND ENVIRONMENTAL
CARCINOGENS
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            Natural Resources Defense Council

            October 1994

            NRDC Publications
            40 West 20th Street
            New York, NY 10011
            Phone: (212)727-2700

            List of NRDC Publications:
            http://www.igc.apc.org/nrdc/nrdcpro/inx/publ.html

            NRDC Order Form:
            http://mail.igc.apc.org/nrdc/nrdcpro/order/publform.html

            Print version, $7.50

            50-page informational  booklet.

            Policy-makers, parents, and others interested in the effects of
            environmental carcinogens on children

            Cancer incidence, multiple exposures, and call for action.
This booklet discusses the exposure routes and effects of 10 pesticides and 11 other
synthetic chemicals. The booklet raises concern about multiple exposures and
discusses the current regulatory status of each chemical. It is written in a concise, easy-
to-understand language and provides an appendix of contacts for additional
information. The Call For Action consists of the following:
1)  Incorporate children's unique exposures in government standards.
2)  Establish a Federal Government database on children's exposures to carcinogens.
3)  Identify risks from carcinogens in consumer and  household products.
4)  Issue public summaries on known carcinogens.
CANCER AND THE ENVIRONMENT: WHAT THE PRIMARY CARE
PHYSICIAN SHOULD KNOW
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:
            Physicians for Social Responsibility

            1997
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Physicians for Social Responsibility
1101 14th Street, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202)898-0150
Fax: (202)898-0172

Physicians for Social Responsibility Home Page:
http://www.psr.org

Information not available

Eight-page brochure that relays to physicians the latest information on
cancer and chemicals in the environment and  helps physicians
communicate cancer information to patients.

Primary care physicians

(See Tool Type/Purpose)
Abstract:   This brochure describes cancer as a complex, multifactorial disease, and discusses
           current knowledge about the causes of cancer, cancer incidence, environmental
           triggers of cancer, children's vulnerability, information gaps, and answers to
           frequently-asked questions.
GENERAL

ATSDR CHILD HEALTH INITIATIVE—INVENTORY OF CHILD
HEALTH ACTIVITIES 1997
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Date Developed:
Contact Information:
Web Site:
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Public
Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry

1997

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
ATTN: Chief Medical Officer
1600 Clinton Rd., NE (E-28)
Atlanta, GA 30333

Additional Copies:
National Technical Information Service
Springfield, VA
Phone: (703) 487-4650
Request Publication Number: PB97-174411

ATSDR's Child Health Initiative Home Page:
http://atsdr1.atsdr.cdc.gov:8080/child/
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Content:
Abstract:
                       Inventory of ATSDR's child health activities, developed as part of
                       ATSDR's Child Health Initiative to ensure healthy children in a healthy
                       environment.

                       General Public

                       This 237-page soft-cover book includes an executive summary and an
                       inventory of 1 19 activities that address the environmental health of
                       children in our nation. Each activity contains objectives, a description, a
                       categorization, status information, project period, primary contact, and
                       external partners.
           The executive summary describes ATSDR's comprehensive approach to promoting the
           environmental health of sensitive populations, especially that of children. It also
           describes some of the major programmatic activities in ATSDR's four divisions-
           Division of Toxicology, Division of Health Assessment and Consultation, Division of
           Health Studies,  Division of Health Education and Promotion. The executive summary
           is followed by descriptions of 119 activities.
PRIORITIES IN CARING FOR YOUR CHILDREN: A PRIMER FOR
PARENTS

Developer/Publisher:     American Council on Science and Health

Date Developed:        November 1994

Contact Information:     American Council on Science and Health, Inc.
                       1995 Broadway, Second Floor
                       New York, NY 10023-5860
                       Phone: (212)362-7044
                       Fax:  (212)362-4919
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                       American Council on Science and Health, Inc. Home Page:
                       http://www.acsh.org/

                       Abstract and complete text of document:
                       http://www.acsh.org/publications/booklets/carchild.html

                       The complete text of this booklet may be downloaded for free from the
                       web site listed above. A single hard-copy can be ordered for $3.85. The
                       price is reduced if ten or more copies are ordered.

                       Twenty-six page booklet aimed at providing specific advice to parents
                       on health and safety issues.

                       Parents of children eighteen years of age or younger
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Content:                Chapter titles:
                           Health and Safety Issues From Birth Through 12 Months
                           Health and Safety Issues From Age 1-4 Years
                           Health and Safety Issues From Age 5-9 Years
                           Health and Safety Issues From Age 10-18 Years
                           Leading Causes of Death and Hospitalization for Different Age
                           Groups

Abstract:   The purpose of this booklet is to assist parents in setting priorities for children's health
           and safety. It provides specific information on health and safety concerns, such as
           sudden infant death syndrome, poisoning, burns, drowning, and drugs, for several age
           groups and a table of the leading causes of death and hospitalization by age group.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH THREATS TO CHILDREN, 1996
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                       U.S. EPA

                       September 1996
US. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH USA
45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to publication number: EPA 175-F-96-001)

Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
Publications Information Web Site (search for 175F96001):
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

This document is available free on the Web site listed above

Report on how children's health is directly and uniquely affected by the
environment.

Policy-makers, families, and communities

Thirteen-page report describing how and why children are affected by
environmental threats.
Abstract:   This report briefly describes the wide array of environmental concerns to children's
           health and details the Clinton Administration's substantial efforts to protect children. It
           includes an Executive Summary and EPA's National Agenda to Protect Children's
           Health from Environmental Threats.
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THE ABCs OF CLEAN

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Abstract:
   Soap and Detergent Association (SDA)

   1990

   The Soap and Detergent Association
   475 Park Avenue South
   New York, NY 10016
   Phone: (212) 725-1262
   Fax: (212) 213-0685

   SDA's Home Page:
   http://www.sdahq.org/
   SDA's Health and Safety page, which includes an ordering link for
   the ABCs of Clean:
   http://sdahq.org/sdalatest/html/health_&_safety.html

   Complete Program: $20.00 each
   Classroom packet (all materials except videotape): $5.00 each

   A Hand Washing and Cleanliness Program for Head Start and Early
   Childhood Programs.

   Children, teachers, and parents

         Teacher's Guide for implementing the program
         Story, cassette, poster, and black-and-white coloring pages
         for the "Hooray for Hand Washing" series
         Two-page Family Guides to Better Health (English and
         Spanish versions)

"The ABCs of Clean" is a fun, easy way to teach children good health
habits. It is a program that stresses the importance of Hand Washing and
surface cleaning and gives tips for helping reduce the spread of
infectious diseases in child care settings and at home. There are lively
songs, stories,  and creative activities included in the Teacher's Guide,
which includes the "Hooray For Hand Washing" series used to teach
children  why it is important to clean their hands after play.
CLEAN AND SAFE: THE FACTS ABOUT USING HOUSEHOLD
CLEANING PRODUCTS EFFECTIVELY AND SAFELY
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:
Soap and Detergent Association (SDA)

1993
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The Soap and Detergent Association
475 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 725-1262
Fax: (212) 213-0685

SDA's Home Page:
http://www.sdahq.org/

SDA's Health and Safety page, which includes a link to SDA's Clean
and Safe Program:
http://sdahq.org/sdalatest/html/health_&_safety.html

Free

Eight-page brochure with information on household cleaning products.

Child care and health care professionals, educators, and parents

Information about product labeling, the whys and hows of cleaning and
disinfecting, safe use and storage of household cleaning products,
accident prevention,  mix-at-home household cleaning  products, and
additional education materials.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
ENVIRONMENTAL DISEASES FROM A TO Z

                       The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

                       Information not available
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NIEHS Office of Communication
Attn: John Peterson
P.O. Box12233
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Phone: (919)541-7860

For ordering information and a web version of the brochure:
http://www.niehs.nih.gov/external/a2z/home.htm

Free

Pamphlet revealing various illnesses and afflictions that are caused by
environmental contaminants.

General  Public

Descriptive text accompanied by related illustrations.
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Abstract:  This pamphlet informs the public about environmental diseases, what causes them,
          and their effect on the human body. The format of the pamphlet is in a very simple,
          easy-to-read text accompanied by colorful and amusing illustrations.
  INDOOR ENVIRONMENT
HOMES
MASTER HOME ENVIRONMENTALIST PROGRAM
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Abstract:
            American Lung Association

            October 1996

            American Lung Association of Washington
            2625 3rd Avenue
            Seattle, WA 98121-1200
            Phone: (206) 441-5100 or (800) 732-9339
            Fax: (206)441-3277

            American Lung Association of Washington Home Page:
            http://www.alaw.org/

            Master Home Environmentalist Program Page:
            http://www.alaw.org/mhe.html

            Training is provided free of charge.

            Brochure describing the program.
            Anyone wishing to learn how to identify indoor health hazards that
            contribute to allergies, asthma and chemical sensitivities, and how to
            alleviate these hazards.

            Manual and subsequent community volunteer 40-hour training.
This program is a grassroots volunteer-driven program to help people learn more about
health risks from pollutants in their home. Volunteers are the key to the program. After
completing an extensive training on lead, dust, indoor air, household hazardous
chemicals, and moisture problems in the home, volunteers provide community
outreach and education on these issues. They also conduct free home assessments and
develop special projects to reach families with young children, people who are
planning to remodel their homes, the elderly, and neighborhoods.
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MASTER HOME ENVIRONMENTALIST: DO-IT-YOURSELF HOME
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT LIST (HEAL)
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Abstract:
            American Lung Association of Washington in cooperation
            with the Washington Toxics Coalition and the Home Toxics Task Force
            (Version: 9/96)

            September 1996

            American Lung Association
            2625 3rd Avenue
            Seattle, WA 98121-1200
            Phone: (206) 441-5100 or (800) 732-9339
            Fax: (206)441-3277

            American Lung Association of Washington Home Page:
            http://www.alaw.org/

            Master Home Environmentalist Program Page:
            http://www.alaw.org/mhe.html

            Information not available

            Survey and Action Plan for reducing health risks in homes.

            Residents who want to learn how to make their home a healthier place.
            Targeted specifically at families with young children, the elderly, those
            planning to remodel, and neighborhoods.

            Ten-page survey and action plan divided into the following sections:
                Residents: Age, health, habits,  pet ownership
                Building: Age, construction, temperature
                Nearby Environment: Proximity to various industries, neighbors,
                road ways
                Dust and Lead Control: Paint condition in  home, carpeting, cleaning
                habits, ventilation, heat sources
                Moisture Problems: Appliances, leaks, sewage, basement, drainage,
                ventilation
                Indoor Air: Type of home, flooring material, asbestos, radon, garage,
                stove, furnace, heater
                Hazardous Household Products: What and how often are products
                used and what protection is used by the person using the cleaner

            List of contacts and telephone numbers for information, testing, and
            other services.
This list's main purpose is to educate residents about ways to reduce health risks in
their home. After completing the survey, residents can refer to the accompanying
Home Action Plan to determine what, if any, actions they need to take to reduce any
health risks. Many of the suggestions in the Action Plan are no cost or low cost
measures. The Program recommends that residents get help from experts in setting
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          priorities and making final decisions to address health risks, especially if large sums of
          money or major alterations to the home are needed.
HOME SAFE HOME FOR YOUR EXPLORER
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Soap and Detergent Association

1981

The Soap and Detergent Association
475 Park Avenue South
New York,  NY 10016
Phone: (212) 725-1262
Fax: (212) 213-0685

The Soap and Detergent Association Home Page:
http://www.sdahq.org/

Ordering Information:
http://sdahq.org/sdalatest/html/health_&_safety.html

Free
Pocket-sized  brochure with information on how to make a home safer
for small children (available in English and Spanish).

Children, teachers, and parents

Information on how to protect children in the home, an "In Case Of
Emergency" card to be displayed in your home, and a list of some
"easy" ways to prevent accidents in your home.
Abstract:  This pocket-sized brochure is aimed at teaching parents with small children ways to
          keep their home safe from household hazards.
THE INSIDE STORY: A GUIDE TO INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:
U.S. EPA and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC)

April 1995
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                        EPA's IAQ Information Clearinghouse
                        P.O. Box37133
                        Washington, DC, 20013-7133
                        (800) 438-4318 or (202) 484-1307
                        Fax: (202)484-1510
                        (Refer to publication number: EPA 402-K-93-007)
                        Full text of document:
                        http://stores.us.ohio-state.edu/-
                                                   -steen/allergy/EPA_indoor_airguide.html
                       The full text of this document is available free of charge on the Internet
                       (see web site address above).

                       Single copies of this booklet are available free of charge from EPA's IAQ
                       Information Clearinghouse (see Contact section).

                       Multiple copies may be purchased from the Government Printing Office.
                       Call (202) 783-3238 or send check or money order for $44.00 (25 per
                       package) to: Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954,
                       Pittsburgh, PA, 15250-7954. Include the stock number
                       055-000-00441-2.

                       Booklet to assist readers in making decisions about whether they should
                       take actions that can reduce the level of indoor air pollution in their own
                       homes.

                       People wishing to improve air quality in their home

                       36 pages, including the following information:
                       1)  Air Pollution Sources in the Home
                       2)  Indoor Air Quality in Your Home
                       3)  What if You Live in  an Apartment
                       4)  Improving the Air Quality in Your Home
                       5)  A Look at Source-Specific Controls
                           A)     Radon
                           B)     Environmental Tobacco Smoke
                           C)     Biological Contaminants
                           D)     Stoves, Heaters, Fireplaces, and Chimneys
                           E)      Household Products
                           F)      Formaldehyde
                           G)     Pesticides
                           H)     Asbestos
                           I)       Lead
                       6)  Reference Guide to  Major Indoor Air Pollutants in the Home
                       7)  When Building a New Home
                       8)  Do You Suspect Your Office Has an Indoor Air Pollution
                       9)  Where to go for Additional Information

Abstract:   The guidelines in this booklet aim to help consumers determine if their indoor
           environments are breeding grounds for serious risk from cumulative effects of sources
           of pollution.
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How HEALTHY is THE AIR IN YOUR HOME? A ROOM-BY-ROOM
CHECKLIST FOR YOUR HOME'S INDOOR AIR
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            Consumer Federation of America through a Cooperative
            Agreement with the U.S. EPA

            Information not available

            Available free on EPA's National Environmental Publications Internet
            Site at the web site address listed below or from:

            U.S. EPA/NCEPI
            P.O. Box42419
            Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
            Phone: (800)490-9198
            International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
            Fax: (513)489-8695
            E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
            (Refer to publication number: EPA 402-F-97-001)

            Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
            Publications Information Web Site (search for 402F97001):
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

            Free

            Eight-page four-fold brochure.

            General Public

            A room-by-room checklist for indoor pollutants.
This checklist can be used to identify indoor pollutants. For each room, the checklist
provides a list of different household products, the indoor air problems associated with
them, and remedies intended to help decrease a family's exposure to indoor
pollutants. A summary of adverse health effects or symptoms associated with different
pollutants also is included.
BIOLOGICAL POLLUTANTS IN YOUR HOME

Developer/Publisher:     American Lung Association

Date Developed:        Information not available
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Contact Information:     Single copies of the booklet may be requested by sending a post card to:

                       Publication Request
                       Office Of Information And Public Affairs
                       U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
                       Washington, DC 20207
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Home Page:
http://www.cpsc.gov/

Single copies are free

11 -page fold-out booklet.

Anyone interested in biological pollutants in indoor environments.

Information on biological pollutants and their health effects.
Abstract:   This booklet describes 1) what indoor biological pollution is, 2) whether one's home
           or lifestyle promotes its development, and 3) how to control its growth and buildup.
HOME CONTROLS OF ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA
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American Lung Association

Information not available

Your local American Lung Association at (800) LUNG-USA.

American Lung Association's Home Page:
http://www.lungusa.org/

Information not available

Eight-page tri-fold brochure.
Anyone interested in learning how to control allergies and asthma in the
home

Information on controlling allergies and asthma in the home.
Abstract:   This brochure provides information on:
                    air particles we breathe
                    asthma and allergy "triggers"
                    outdoor air, indoor air, and air conditioning
                    trigger controls
                    general rules to help control the home environment
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HEALTHY INDOOR AIR FOR AMERICA rs HOMES—AN INDOOR
AIR QUALITY TRAINING HANDBOOK FOR STATE PROGRAM
MANAGERS AND COMMUNITY EDUCATORS
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National Team of Extension Service Housing Specialists with funding by
U.S. EPA and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

November 1996

Mike Vogel
MSU Extension
Montana State University
Taylor Hall
Bozeman, MT59717
Phone: (406) 994-3451
Fax: (406) 994-5417
E-Mail: acxmv@msu.oscs.montana.edu

Healthy Indoor Air for America's Homes Indoor Air Quality Training
Handbook Web Site:
http://www.montana.edu/wwwcxair/notebook.html

Much of the information in this training manual is available for free off
the Internet at the web site address above. A complete manual is
available for $55, which includes shipping to other educational
institutions only (allow 6-8 weeks for delivery). Faster shipping is
available at an additional charge. Orders can be faxed, phoned or
mailed to Mike Vogel at the address listed in the Contact section.

An action-oriented handbook designed as a self-guided and self-
contained guidance manual to assist state program  managers and local
community educators in developing educational programs related to
issues and influences of home indoor air quality.

State Program Managers and Community Educators

This three-ring binder hand book is divided by the  following tabs:
1)    Handbook Overview
2)    Introduction to Home Indoor Air Quality
3)    Program Action Plan
4)    IAQ Building Science
5)    IAQ Health Risk Perception
6)    IAQ Instructional Modules Introduction
7)    Home IAQ Overview Instructional Module
8)    Bugs, Mold, and Rot Instructional Module
9)    Lead in the Home Instructional Module
10)   Formaldehyde in the Home Instructional Module
11)   Radon in the Home Instructional Module
12)   Combustion Pollutants in the Home Instructional Module
13)   Carbon Monoxide in the Home Instructional  Module
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                       14)  Hidden Environmental Hazards for the Home Remodeler
                            Instructional Module
                       15)  Household Products Instructional Module
                       16)  IAQ Program Implementation Strategies
                       17)  Program Buy-In Tips
                       18)  IAQ Marketing and Media Support
                       19)  Detection and Self-Assessments
                       20)  IAQ Program Evaluations
                       21)  IAQ Publication Listing
                       22)  IAQ Video Listing
                       23)  IAQ Computer Applications
                       24)  IAQ Extension Resources
                       25)  Miscellaneous

                       This handbook contains nine instructional modules dealing with the
                       most significant residential indoor air quality issues:

                       1.  Home IAQ Overview
                       2.  Bugs, Mold, and Rot
                       3.  Lead  in  the Home
                       4.  Formaldehyde in the Home
                       5.  Radon in the Home
                       6.  Combustion Pollutants in the Home
                       7.  Carbon  Monoxide in the Home
                       8.  Hidden Environmental Hazards for the Home Remodeler
                       9.  Household Products

Abstract:   This handbook was developed as part of a collaborative interagency effort to increase
           the knowledge and understanding of residential indoor air quality issues by the general
           public. The goal of the project is to protect public health by reducing risks associated
           with indoor air contamination. A team of six extension housing specialists representing
           the four regions of the U.S. (Northeast, South, Central, and West) was selected, with
           Dr. Michael P. Vogel, Montana State  University Extension Housing Specialist, as
           Project Leader. The project teams's goal in the creation of this program was to extract
           information from nationally-available materials and condense this information into a
           basic but comprehensive set of materials that could be used by local community
           educators with little or no background in residential indoor air quality issues. To
           support the instructional modules, the project team selected consumer publications
           available from several national indoor air quality  information centers.
HOMEOWNER'S GUIDE TO VENTILATION

Developer/Publisher:    EPA with the New York State Energy Research and
                       Development Authority (NYSERDA)

Date Developed:        Information not available
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NYSERDA
Corporate Plaza West
286 Washington Avenue Extension
Albany, NY 12203-6399
Phone: (518) 862-1090, ext. 3311
Fax: (518)862-1091
E-Mail: cek@nyserda.org

NYSERDA's Home Page:
http://www.nyserda.org/

Information not available

An 11-page booklet with basic information about improving home
ventilation.

Homeowners and Tenants

General, easy-to-understand tips with several illustrations. Includes a
page of contacts and web sites for more information.
Abstract:  This booklet provides information on the health effects of home ventilation, the
          difference between spot and general ventilation, back drafting, radon steps to check
          your home, and tips for selecting a contractor. Phone numbers are included for the
          EPA Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse, National Safety Commission Radon
          Help Line, EPA Regional  Radon Training Centers,  U.S. Consumer Product Safety
          Commission, and the American Lung Association.
RAISING CHILDREN Toxic FREE: A PARENTS CHECKLIST OF
HOUSEHOLD ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
                                                    OTHER
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Physicians for Social Responsibility

Information not available

Physicians for Social Responsibility
1101 14th Street, NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202)898-0150
Fax: (202)898-0172

Physicians for Social Responsibility Home Page:
http:/www.psr.org

Information not available
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Content:
One-page poster (10X14 inches) containing 21 questions to help
parents inventory their homes and identify environmental hazards to
children.

Parents

(See Tool Type/Purpose)
Abstract:  The household inventory used in the poster is taken from Raising Children Toxic Free:
          How to Keep Your Child Safe from Lead, Asbestos, Pesticides, and other
          Environmental Hazards by Herbert L. Needleman, MD and Philip J. Landrigan, MD.
SAFE HOMES: SUGGESTIONS FOR REDUCTION OF POTENTIAL
POLLUTANT SOURCES TO HELP ENSURE SAFE AIR QUALITY IN
PRIVATE HOMES
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U.S. EPA Region 1

Information not available

Pat Hamlin
U.S. EPA Region 1
JFK Federal Building
Boston, MA 02203
(617)565-3588

Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse
(800)438-4318

U.S. EPA Region 1's Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/Region1

Information not available
Tool Type/Purpose:       Four-page brochure to reduce pollutant sources in the home.

Target Audience:         General Public

Content:                This brochure contains a table linking numerous pollutants to their
                       potential sources, possible health effects, and procedures to reduce
                       human exposure.

Abstract:   Environmental tobacco smoke, carbon monoxide and other indoor combustion
          chemicals, formaldehyde, pesticides, lead, volatile organic compounds, biological
          pollutants, and radon are the pollutants presented in the table. Sources of these
          pollutants in the home are identified and possible health effects described. Steps to
          reduce exposure to each pollutant are listed.
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THE INSIDE STORY: A GUIDE TO INDOOR AIR QUALITY
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U.S. EPA and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

April 1995
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH USA 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epa.gov
(Refer to EPA document number: EPA 402-K-93-007)

Superintendent of Documents
P.O. Box371954
Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954
Fax: (202) 512-2250
(Refer to document number: S/N 055-000-00441-2)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402K93007.html

Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
Publications Information Web Site (search for 402K93007):
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

Copies can be printed  for free from the NEPI web site listed above;
packages of 25 copies  can be obtained from the Superintendent of
Documents for $44

36-page booklet to help the public improve indoor air quality in their
homes, apartments, and offices.

General Public

This booklet contains information on specific indoor pollutants and steps
to reduce exposure.
Abstract:   This booklet describes the causes of indoor air problems, how to identify air quality
           problems, how to measure pollutant levels, and three strategies for improving air
           quality. It provides descriptions of source-specific pollutants, their health effects, and
           methods to reduce exposure. A glossary and a list of organizations to obtain additional
           information also are provided.
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SCHOOLS
OPEN AIRWAYS FOR SCHOOLS PROGRAM
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                                                                             OTHER
Abstract:
            American Lung Association

            Information not available

            Your local American Lung Association at 1-800-LUNG-USA

            Open Airways For Schools Program Web Site:
            http://www.lungusa.org/asthma/astopen.html

            Information not available
            A school-based asthma health education program for children with
            asthma.

            Children with asthma, their parents, and their school

            This tool contains the following:
                Curriculum Book, Instructor's Guide, and student handouts
                Color Posters
                Letter from the American Lung Association thanking implementers of
                the program
                List of Associations that are affiliated with the program as of May 1,
                1996
                Six-page tri-fold brochure
The Open Airways For Schools Program is a major initiative of the American Lung
Association (ALA) to help elementary school children with asthma. The purpose of the
Open Airways For Schools is to:

1)        empower children with asthma by teaching them how to prevent asthma
         episodes and emergencies; and
2)        help schools control asthma by creating partnerships in asthma care with
         school personnel and school nurses, physicians,  families, and local ALA
         volunteers. In  this way, children with asthma can turn to adults both at
         school and at  home to help them manage asthma and make it possible for
         them to perform better in school and lead healthier lives.

The objectives of this curriculum are to increase children's  ability to take care of their
asthma on a daily basis by: 1) taking steps to prevent asthma episodes, 2) recognizing
the symptoms of asthma  when they first occur and how to deal with them, 3)
discussing and solving problems related to asthma with parents, doctors, teachers, and
friends, and 4) feeling more confident about taking care of asthma on  a daily basis.
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IMPACT OF AN INFECTION CONTROL PROGRAM IN A
SPECIALIZED PRESCHOOL, AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INFECTION
CONTROL, VOLUME 24, No. 3, 167-173
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Content:
Leonard R. Krilov, MD, Stephen R. Barone. American Journal of
Infection Control

June 1996

To Order by Mail:
American Journal of Infection Control
Mosby-Year Book, Inc.
Journal Subscription Services
11830 Westline Industrial Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63146-9934  USA
Or Dial toll-free: (800) 453-4351, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5
p.m., Central Standard Time
Outside the US, call: (314) 453-4351
Fax orders 24 hours every day:  (314) 432-1158

On-Line Order Information for the American Journal  of Infection
Control:
http://www1.mosby.com/Mosby/Periodicals/Medical/AJIC/icsb.html

$5.00

Research article describing the  impact of an infection control program in
a specialized preschool

Researchers and others interested in infection control programs.

Research article on the implementation of an  infection control program
in a specialized preschool.
Abstract:  The purpose of the study outlined in this research article was to design and implement
          a comprehensive infection control program and measure its effects on the number and
          types of infectious illnesses experienced by children attending a specialized preschool
          program. Participants in the study were children with Downs Syndrome ranging in age
          from six weeks to five years. The results showed that during the interventional year,
          the median number of total illnesses/child/month decreased significantly from the
          baseline year, with a trend toward a decrease in the number of respiratory illnesses.
          Researchers concluded that a decrease in infection rates can be achieved with a
          comprehensive educational and environmental infection control program in a day care
          setting.
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NEW YORK HEALTHY SCHOOLS NETWORK
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Abstract:
            New York Healthy Schools Network

            Information not available

            New York Healthy Schools Network
            c/o CEC 33 Central Avenue
            Albany, NY 12210
            Phone:  (518)962-4018

            New York Healthy Schools Network Home Page:
            http://www.hsnet.org/

            Free
            Brochure for promoting the right of every child and school employee to
            an environmentally safe and healthy school that is clean and in good
            repair.

            Parents, teachers, and public health groups

            Four-fold brochure, including a survey checklist and resource guide.
The New York State Healthy Schools Network is a state-wide coalition of parent,
environment, education and public health groups dedicated to assuring every child
and school employee an environmentally-healthy school. This brochure describes in
detail what the Healthy Schools Network is and what it sees as the problems and
solutions.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
            American Lung Association, U.S. EPA, National PTA,
            National Education Association, Council for American
            Private Education, Association of School Business Officials, and
            American Federation of Teachers

            May 1995

            EPA Kit
            c/o IAQ INFO
            PO Box37133
            Washington, DC 20013-7133
            Fax: (703) 356-5386

            U.S. EPA's Indoor Air Quality Basics for Schools Page:
            http://www.epa.gov/iaq/schools/scholkit.html
                                                                          OTHER
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Abstract:
             Some of the materials are available free from the Internet at the address
             above. Hard copies of the kit can be ordered in the following way:

             KIT (Wheel included): GPO Document Ordering Number
             055-000-00503-6 ($22.00 each (27.50 outside  US) or $16.50 each for
             100 or more can be purchased from the U.S. Government Printing
             Office (GPO). MasterCard and Visa are accepted. For telephone orders,
             call 202-512-1800. Or send a  check or money  order to:

             Superintendent of Documents
             PO Box371954
             Pittsburgh, PA 15250

             WHEELS (10 pack): Are only available from the GPO via Document
             Ordering Number 055-000-00504-4 ($11.00 per 10 pack ($13.75
             outside US) or $8.25 per pack for 100 packs. (Single copies of the IAQ
             Problem-Solving Wheel are available at no charge by contacting IAQ
             INFO. Please limit your request to 100.)

             While supplies last, school districts and schools may receive a free copy
             of the IAQ Tools for Schools Kit by having a school administrator mail
             or fax a request to IAQ INFO at the address listed in under contact
             information above.

             Action Kit for use by Indoor Air Quality Coordinators

             Teachers, Administrative Staff, Facility Operators, Custodians, Health
             Officers, School Boards, Contract Service Providers, Students, and
             Parents

             This Action Kit includes the following materials:
                           IAQ Coordinator's Guide
                           IAQ Coordinator's Forms
                           IAQ Backgrounder
                           IAQ Checklists for all school employees
                           Problem Solving Wheel
                           IAQ Tools for Schools Ventilation Basics Video
                           Order Form
                           Indoor Air Pollution, An Introduction for Health Professionals
This Indoor Air Quality Tools For Schools Action Kit is designed to show schools how
to carry out a practical plan of action to prevent and resolve indoor air problems at
little or no cost using straightforward activities and  in-house staff. The program is co-
sponsored by the National PTA, National Education Association, Council for American
Private Education, Association of School Business Officials, American Federation of
Teachers, and the American Lung Association.
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INDOOR AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
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Date Developed:

Contact Information:
                      Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Annapolis, Maryland

                      1998

                      Daniel A. LaHart
                      Environmental Issues Program Manager
                      9034 Fort Small wood Rd.
                      Pasadena, MD 21122
                      Phone: (410)360-0138
                      Fax: (410) 255-6538

                      Information not available

                      Information not available

                      Comprehensive indoor air quality document for administrators.

                      School Administrators

                      145-page manual with the following chapters:

                      1)        Introduction
                      2)        Communications and Public Relations
                      3)        Historic Review
                      4)        Classifying Indoor Air Quality Problems
                      5)        Planning and Design
                      6)        Leased Buildings
                      7)        Training, Education, and Information
                      8)        Investigation  of an Indoor Air Quality Problem
                      9)        Building Inspections
                      10)       Building Maintenance and Operations

Abstract:  This manual is intended to provide Indoor Air Quality management guidance to be
          used in school systems. Its information  was extracted from "Indoor Air Quality:
          Maryland Public Schools," Maryland State Department of Education, 1987.
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THE ABC's OF ASBESTOS IN SCHOOLS
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                       U.S. EPA in cooperation with the National Education
                       Association and the National Parent Teacher Association

                       June 1989

                       U.S. EPA
                       Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
                       401 M St., SW
                       Washington, DC 20460
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Web Site:
Information not available
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Free
Tool Type/Purpose:      Information pamphlet to educate readers about asbestos in schools.

Target Audience:        Parents, teachers, and school administrators

Content:                (See Abstract section)

Abstract:   This pamphlet answers the questions: When is asbestos a problem?; What should my
           school and school district be doing about asbestos?; and What can I do to help? The
           pamphlet can help parents and teachers answer questions and learn more facts about
           asbestos in schools. It also outlines the responsibilities of school boards and other
           school officials to protect school children and employees from possible exposure to
           asbestos.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS IN YOUR SCHOOL: A RESOURCE
HANDBOOK
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U.S. EPA Region 3

October 1990

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH  45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epa.gov
(Refer to U.S. EPA Region 3 document number: 2DT-2001)

Information not available

Information not available

70-page booklet provides resource information on environmental
hazards that children may be exposed to in school buildings.

Schools

The specific environmental hazards discussed in depth are asbestos,
indoor air quality, radon, lead in drinking water, and other contaminants
in the school-operated water systems. Environmental concerns
associated with underground storage tanks, recycling efforts, pesticides,
and polychlorinated biphenyls are discussed  briefly in a separate
chapter. A comprehensive list of contacts also is provided.
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Abstract:    (See Content section)


OTHER BUILDINGS

VENTILATION AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY IN HOSPITALS
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Content:
Edited by Marco Maroni, Institute of Occupational Health at
the University of Milan and International Centre for
Pesticide Safety, Busto Garolfo (Ml), Italy.

1996

Kluwer Academic Publishers
101 Philip Drive
Norwell, MA 02061  USA
Document abstract from Kluwer Academic Publishers's Web Site:
http://www.aic.info.ro/kluwer/0-7923-4076-0.html

$178.00 (For Parts I-6)

Research articles on Airborne Allergens in Hospitals and  Technical
Aspects of Ventilation in Hospitals and Strategies for Air Quality
Management

Those involved in  hospital design, construction, and management.

The contents of Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality in Hospitals are
arranged  in six main sections.

!  The first section deals with the major issues related to indoor air
   quality in hospitals, reviewed from North American, Scandinavian,
   Italian and Russian perspectives.

!  The second section discusses the ventilation requirements in
   hospitals, with particular focus on the design and maintenance of the
   ventilation systems and the provision of clean air to critical areas,
   such as infectious disease wards, surgical theaters, etc.

!  The third section deals with chemical and biological air pollution in
   hospitals and collects papers from surveys carried out in various
   countries.

!  Section 4 treats airborne  allergens in hospitals. Health care
   personnel are having to deal with new problems as a result of
   exposure to allergens, and these are illustrated by studies performed
   in North America and England.
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Abstract:
             !   Section 5 describes the technical aspects of ventilation in hospitals
                and strategies for air quality management, collecting technical and
                organizational proposals for solving some of the problems associated
                with ventilation in  hospitals.

             !   The main conclusions and recommendations of the workshop are
                presented in section 6, together with some future actions that are
                envisaged.

The research articles provided in this "tool" are from a book that is a compilation of
the main scientific contributions presented  at a NATO Advanced Research Workshop
entitled "Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Requirements in Hospitals," which was
held  in Milan Italy, September 13-16, 1995. The book's main purpose is to assist those
involved in hospital design, construction, and management and to offer technical
support and encouragement for an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to provide
healthy indoor air to patients, health  care workers, and visitors to hospitals.
A COMPILATION OF INDOOR AIR QUALITY FACT SHEETS
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                                                                             OTHER
             U.S. EPA

             (See Content section)

             IAQ Information Clearinghouse (IAQ INFO)
             P.O. Box37133
             Washington, DC 20013-7133
             (800) 438-4318 or (703) 356-4020
             Fax: (703) 356-5386
             E-Mail: iaqinfo@aol.com

             IAQ Information Clearinghouse Home Page:
             http://www.epa.gov/iaq
            Available free from the Internet at the web site address above. A charge
            for hard copies may be incurred when ordering through IAQ INFO.

            Indoor Air Quality Fact Sheets highlighting specific areas of interest.

            Anyone interested in facts on Indoor Air Quality

            Seven separate facts sheets on indoor air quality.
Abstract:   Seven fact sheets on various forms of indoor air pollution:
           1)        Setting the Record Straight: Secondhand Smoke is A Preventable Health
                    Risk, June 1994 (IAQ-0069)
           2)        Respiratory Health Effects of Passive Smoking, January 1993 (IAQ-0046)
           3)        Flood Cleanup: Avoiding Indoor Air Quality Problems, August 1993
                    (IAQ-0061)
           4)        Use and Care of Home Humidifiers, February 1991 (IAQ-0008)
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          5)       Protect Your Family and Yourself from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning,
                   October 1996 (IAQ-0098)
          6)       Residential Air Cleaners, February 1990 (IAQ-0007)
          7)       Respiratory Health Effects of Passive Smoking: Lung Cancer and Other
                   Disorders, January 1993 (IAQ-0046)
INDOOR AIR QUALITY

WHAT You SHOULD KNOW ABOUT COMBUSTION APPLIANCES
AND INDOOR AIR POLLUTION
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Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:


Target Audience:

Content:
American Lung Association

Information not available

Single copies of the booklet may be requested by sending a post card to:

Publication Request
Office Of Information And Public Affairs
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Washington, DC 20207

Full brochure on the web  from EPA's National Environmental
Publications Information System Page (search for EPA Publication
Number: 400F91100):
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

Single copies are free

19-page booklet on combustion appliances,  including an Inspection and
Maintenance Schedule and a short list of additional resources.

General Public

Information on combustion appliances and their link to indoor air
pollution.
Abstract:   This booklet is designed to: encourage the proper use, maintenance, and installation of
          combustion appliances; discuss the pollutants produced by these appliances; and
          describe how these pollutants can affect human health and how exposure to these
          pollutants can be reduced.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY - DESK REFERENCE

Developer/Publisher:     National Association of County & City Health Officials

Date Developed:        January 1996
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Abstract:
             National Association of County and City Health Officials
             440 First Street, NW
             Washington, DC 20001
             Phone: (202) 783-5550
             Fax: (202) 783-1583

             National Association of County and City Health Officials Home Page:
             http://www.naccho.org/

             Online Order Form:
             http://www.naccho.org/resc/pub_list.html

             $20.00

             Desk Reference for the Indoor Air Quality Program.

             Health Departments

             A 109-page 3-ring binder reference manual designed for easy expansion
             and updating. It contains seven sections:

             1)  Ten IAQ protocols
             2)  Information on IAQ contaminants
             3)  Referral information
             4)  Resource materials for local health departments and the public
             5)  Resources and information for special audiences
             6)  Notices of opportunities.
The purpose of this desk reference is to enable local health departments to adequately
respond to IAQ problems that arise in the community. It is designed for the user to
supplement sections with additional resources. In this way, the desk reference can be
tailored to address the specific needs of the community where the local health
department serves.
How's YOUR SCHOOL'S I(A)Q?
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:
            The American Lung Association of New York State, Inc.

            1995

            The American Lung Association of New York State
            8 Mountain View Ave.
            Albany, NY 12205
            Phone: (518)459-4197

            Information not available

            Information not available
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Tool Type/Purpose:       14-page pamphlet that includes questions and answers about indoor air
                       quality in schools.

Target Audience:        School administrators, maintenance personnel, students, and teachers

Content:                (See Abstract section)

Abstract:   This pamphlet provides answers to 23 most-frequently-asked questions about indoor
           air quality in schools. A glossary and resource list are located in the back of the
           pamphlet.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY IN SCHOOLS: A FACT SHEET FOR
PARENTS
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
The Environmental Health Policy Information Project with
funding from U.S. EPA Region 1

Information not available

The Environmental Health Policy Information Project
Tufts School of Medicine
136 Harrison Ave.
Boston, MA 02111

Information not available

Information not available

Fact sheet about air quality in schools.

Parents

Thorough,  understandable answers and explanations to questions about
indoor air quality, graphs revealing the building condition of U.S.
schools, and a resource list.
Abstract:   This fact sheet provides an explanation of indoor air quality. It also addresses issues
           concerning air quality in school systems, what parents can do to solve or prevent poor
           air quality in their child's school, and whether a child needs to see a  doctor if air
           quality problems have been located in the school.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY BASICS FOR SCHOOLS

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. EPA

Date Developed:        October 1996
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Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 402-F-96-004)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402F96004.html

Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
Publications Information Web Site (search for 402F96004):
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm
Free
Tool Type/Purpose:       4-page fact sheet providing information on indoor air quality.

Target Audience:        Parents and others who do not normally occupy school buildings

Content:                (See Abstract section)

Abstract:   This fact sheet contains important information on indoor air quality in schools. The
           following is a list of topics covered in the fact sheet:
              The Importance of IAQ in Schools
              Understanding IAQ Problems and Solutions
              Sources of Indoor Air Pollutants
              HVAC System Design and Operation
              Pollutant Pathways and Driving Forces
              Building Occupants and Health
              Six Basic Control Strategies
              Recognizing Signs of an IAQ Problem
              How to Respond to an  IAQ Problem

           Ordering information for the IAQ Tools for Schools Kit is also provided at the end of
           the fact sheet.
CHILDREN AND THE INDOOR ENVIRONMENT ACTIVITIES

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. EPA Region 1

Date Developed:         1996
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Web Site:

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Target Audience:

Content:
MaryBeth Smuts or Eugene Benoit
U.S. EPA Region 1
JFK Federal Building
Boston, MA 02203-0001
Phone: (617)565-3420
Fax: (617) 565-3415

Information not available

Free

Summary kit of indoor air quality programs in schools with related
publications and conference announcements.

School administrators, teachers, community leaders

(See Abstract section)
Abstract:   This kit includes the following sections:
               1)     Participating Schools
               2)     Sample of School Commitments
               3)     Conference announcements
               4)     Partnerships With Coalitions On Occupational Safety and Health (COSH)
                     and Union Affiliates
               5)     Partnerships With State- Agencies Sample
               6)     Healthy School Networks Announcements
               7)     Deliverables From Nonprofit Grantees
               8)     Asthma Awareness in Schools and Day-Care Centers
               9)     Asthma and Your Home Checklist
RADON
REDUCING RADON RISKS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
U.S. EPA
September 1992

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to publication number: EPA 520-1-89-027A)

NCEPI's order information for this document:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA520189027A.html
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Content:
            Free

            Tri-Fold Public Information Fact Sheet on Radon.

            Homeowners concerned about radon in the home

            Information on ways to test your home for radon, a list of some common
            myths about radon, and a list of State Radon Contacts.
Abstract:   This brochure provides information on radon, radon testing, the benefits of short-term
          and long-term testing, and some common myths about radon. It also lists the radon
          contacts for each state and Indian Nation.
A CITIZEN'S GUIDE TO RADON: THE GUIDE To PROTECTING
YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY FROM RADON (SECOND
EDITION)
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:


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Content:
Abstract:
            U.S. EPA

            September 1994

            U.S. EPA/NCEPI
            P.O. Box42419
            Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
            Phone: (800)490-9198
            International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
            Fax: (513)489-8695
            E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
            (Refer to publication number: EPA 402-K-92-001)

            NCEPI's order information for this document:
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402K92001.html

            Free

            15-page Citizen's Guide

            Citizens concerned about radon in the home.

            Information about radon, radon testing, how to lower radon levels in
            homes, radon myths, and risks of radon and smoking.
This Citizen's Guide provides radon information to citizens. It is an information guide
to help citizens find out whether they have a radon problem in their home, what the
risks associated with radon are, and how to alleviate  problems that radon can cause.
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THE RADON STUDENT ACTIVITY BOOK
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Content:

Abstract:
            Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation
            (TDEC) Radon Project and the American Lung Association
            of Tennessee

            Information not available

            TDEC's Radon Hotline
            (800)232-1139

            TDEC Radon Project Web Page:
            http://www.state.tn.us/environment/p2a/radon/index.html

            Information not available
            17-page children's activity booklet designed to help kids understand the
            risks and prevention of radon gas.

            Children

            Various games and  puzzles, diagrams, and informative pictures.
This booklet is designed to give children a basic introduction to radon. It is hosted by a
fictional character named Ray Dontics who takes the children through a series of
games and puzzles about radon. The booklet includes a few informative sections, such
as "Words to Think About" and "Is There Radon In my House?" It provides a fun way
for children to learn the hazards and preventions of radon gas in their homes.
RADON MEASUREMENT IN SCHOOLS: REVISED EDITION
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
            U.S. EPA

            July 1993
            U.S. EPA/NCEPI
            P.O. Box42419
            Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
            Phone: (800)490-9198
            International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
            Fax: (513)489-8695
            E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
            (Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 402-R-92-014)

            Ordering Information:
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402R92014.html
            Free
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Content:
Abstract:
                       44-page informative report on how to test for radon.

                       School administrators and facilities managers
                       This report provides information on:
                          Radon testing in schools
                          Reducing radon concentrations
                          Answers to frequently-asked questions
                          A list of state and Indian nation radon contacts
                          A list of EPA's Regional offices and radon training centers
                          A list of measurement services and devices
                          Quality assurance procedure
                          A procedural checklist for radon testing
           This report provides school administrators and facilities managers with instructions on
           how to test for radon. The findings from EPA's comprehensive studies of radon
           measurements in schools have been incorporated into the document's
           recommendations.
REDUCING RADON IN SCHOOLS: A TEAM APPROACH
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

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Web Site:
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Target Audience:
                       U.S. EPA

                       April 1994
                       U.S. EPA/NCEPI
                       P.O. Box42419
                       Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
                       Phone: (800)490-9198
                       International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
                       Fax: (513)489-8695
                       E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
                       (Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 402-R-94-008)

                       Ordering Information:
                       http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402R94008.html

                       Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
                       Publications Information Web Site (search for 402R94008):
                       http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm
                       Free
                       EPA report designed to serve as a resource for managing a radon
                       mitigation team.

                       Radon mitigation contractors, HVAC engineers, school personnel, and
                       parent representatives
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Content:                A basic overview of indoor environment and radon, a strategy for
                       evaluating and correcting radon problems, instructions on restoring the
                       HVAC system and retesting radon levels, the procedure of performing a
                       detailed radon investigation, details on how to design and implement
                       mitigation techniques, instructions on evaluating post-mitigation
                       measurements, and guidelines to carry out long-term radon
                       management.

Abstract:   Each chapter of this report builds upon the previous chapter and makes use of
           photographs, floor plans, and graphs to illustrate the steps involved in designing the
           proper mitigation strategy for a school. The guide is not a "how -to;" rather a resource
           for managing a team of radon mitigation contractors,  HVAC engineers, school
           personnel, and parent representatives.
RADON IN SCHOOLS (SECOND EDITION): EVERY SCHOOL
SHOULD TAKE THIS SIMPLE TEST
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
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Content:
U.S. EPA in cooperation with National PTA, National
Education Association, and the American Lung Association

October 1994

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 402-F-94-009)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402F94009.html

Full Text of Pamphlet:
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/radon/pubs/schoolrn.html

Free

Four-fold brochure promoting radon testing in schools.

Students, teachers, and parents

A list of the threats radon poses, an explanation of how schools are
tested for radon, and what to do if your school fails the radon test.
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Abstract:   This brochure promotes radon testing in school systems. A basic explanation and
           definition of radon, along with the serious health effects radon can cause, make up the
           first half of the brochure. The second half is devoted to informing the reader how
           schools are tested for radon, what to do if radon is detected, and contact information
           for each state and Indian Nation.
RADON PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: "DUST PARTICLES"
Developer/Publisher:

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Content:
U.S. EPA and the Consumer Federation of America

1997

For more information:
JackGillis
Consumer Federation of America
Phone: (202) 737-0766

Kristy Miller
U.S. EPA
Phone: (202) 233-9400

For Additional Materials:
Jeffrey Boa I
Media Department
PlowShare Group
(203) 425-3949

Radon Hotline:
(800) SOS-RADON

Information  not available

Information  not available

Videotape containing public service announcements on radon.

Television stations interested in playing the public service
announcement for the general public
Thirty-second public service announcement (available in English and
Spanish versions) informing the public about how radon can get into the
lungs through dust particles and how the Radon Hotline—(800) SOS-
RADON—can assist families in getting their homes tested for and made
safe from radon.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
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RADON AWARENESS COLORING BOOK
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Date Developed:

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Content:
The American Lung Association of Alabama and The
Huntsville-Madison County Health Department

1991
Radiological Health Branch, Alabama Department of Public Health
Phone: (205) 242-5315 or (800) 582-1866

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
(International, local and governmental employees: (513) 498-8190)
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication No: EPA 402-K-91-001)

Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402K91001.html

Information not available

Coloring book.

Young children

(See Abstract section)
Abstract:   This coloring book informs children about radon, its common locations, and the
          various methods used to detect it.
EL RADON/A GUIDE TO RADON
Developer/Publisher:
Date Developed:
Contact Information:
U.S. EPA and The National Coalition of Hispanic Health
and Human Services Organizations (COSSMHO)

September 1993
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
(International, local and governmental employees: (513) 498-8190)
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication No: EPA 402-K-93-005S)
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Cost Information:

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Target Audience:

Content:
Abstract:
            Ordering Information:
            http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402K93005S.html

            Information not available

            Illustrated guidance booklet.

            Children and their families
            Sections on:
               What is radon
               Who is at risk
               How does radon get into the home
               How to test for radon
               Radon and home sales and renovations
               Radon and water
               Where to call for more information
This document provides information on what radon is, the dangers of radon, how
radon penetrates the home, and how people can protect themselves and their families
from radon contamination. Various radon testing methods and their results are
explained as well. Each section is written in both English and Spanish.
HOME BUYER'S AND SELLER'S GUIDE TO RADON
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:


Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:
            U.S. EPA

            March 1993

            U.S. EPA/NCEPI
            P.O. Box42419
            Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
            Phone: (800)490-9198
            (International,  local and governmental employees: (513) 498-8190)
            Fax: (513)489-8695
            E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
            (Refer to EPA Document Number: EPA 402-R-93-003)

            Web version of the brochure:
            http://www.epa.gov/docs/RadonPubs/hmbyguid.html

            Free

            32-page  guidebook about radon in homes.

            Home buyers and sellers
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Content:
Abstract:
Sections on:
   Why do you need to test for radon
   If you are selling or buying a home, what should you do
   How can you get reliable radon test results
   What should you do if you find a high radon level
   Radon myths/facts
   How to get more information about radon
This Guidebook is designed for people planning on buying or selling a
home. It stresses the importance of testing for radon, how to test homes
for radon contamination, how to read radon test results, and how to
remediate the radon problem.
REDUCING RADON RISKS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:


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Target Audience:

Content:
U.S. EPA

September 1992

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
(International, local and governmental employees: (513) 498-8190)
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication No: EPA 520-1-89-027)

Web version of the brochure:
http://www.epa.gov/docs/RadonPubs/rducrsks.html

Free

Brochure with information on protecting families from radon.

Families

(See Abstract section)
Abstract:   The brochure offers an explanation as to why and how a family should test their home
           for radon contamination. Common myths and facts about radon and state radon
           contacts are provided.
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A PHYSICIAN'S GUIDE TO RADON
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Date Developed:

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Web Site:
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Content:
                       U.S. EPA in consultation with the American Medical
                       Association (AMA)

                       September 1993
                       State Radon Contacts (a list of these contacts is available on the web at
                       http://www.epa.gov/radonpro/contacts.html

                       Ordering Information:
                       http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA402K93008.html

                       Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
                       Publications Information Web Site (search for 402K93008):
                       http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm

                       Web version of the booklet:
                       http://www.epa.gov/docs/RadonPubs/physic.html

                       Information not available

                       Guide Booklet

                       Physicians
                       Sections on:
                          What is Radon
                          Characteristics and Source of Radon
                          The Health Risk
                          The Solution
                          Other Indoor Air Pollutants
                          Most Commonly Asked Questions about Radon
                          State Radon Contacts
                          Additional Information and Suggested Reading List

Abstract:   The guide serves to enlist physicians in the national effort to inform the American
           public about the serious health risk posed by indoor radon gas.
A RADON GUIDE FOR TENANTS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:
                       Environmental Law Institute

                       Information not available
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Contact Information:
Environmental Law Institute
1616 P Street, NW
Washington,  DC 20036
Phone: (202)  939-3800
Fax: (202) 939-3868

Environmental Law Institute's Publications Web Site:
http://www.eli.org/bookstore/index.html

Information not available

Guide booklet

Renters of apartments or houses
Sections on:
   What is radon
   Does your home have high radon levels
   Can you test for radon yourself
   What can you do if your home has high radon levels
   What can building owners do about radon problems
   Are funds available to reduce high radon levels in rental housing
   Renter's radon checklist
   Additional resources
Abstract:  The guide explains what radon is, and how to find out if there is a radon problem in
          your home. At the end of the guide, there is a list of state radon agencies and other
          organizations that can give additional help or assistance.
Web Site:


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Content:
TOBACCO SMOKE

CHILDREN & TOBACCO: A GUIDE TO THE NEW FEDERAL
REGULATIONS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Department of Health and Human Services

1997

Department of Health and Human Services
Public Health Service
FDA HF-1
Rockville, MD 20857

U.S. Federal and Drug Administration's Children and Tobacco
Campaign Home Page:
http://www.fda.gov/opacom/campaigns/tobacco.html

Complete text of brochure:
http://www.fda.gov/opacom/campaigns/tobacco/brocon.html
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             Information not available
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Target Audience:

Content:
Abstract:
            Four-fold brochure to inform the public about the new federal tobacco
            regulations.

            General Public and Vendors

            Bulleted information on nicotine addiction, children and tobacco, how
            to protect our children's future, and "knowing the rules," three one-
            sentence statements about enforcing the tobacco rules, and a brief
            section on the importance of requiring personal identification to
            purchase tobacco.
This colorful brochure is part of the Food and Drug Administration's campaign to
reduce tobacco use among children. It provides facts and figures about smoking
among American youths and adults, information on ways to reduce the purchase of
tobacco products by children, and the new federal regulations related to tobacco
products.  It also includes information on ways we can protect our children's future by
spreading the word about the new Federal Rules, and ways to enforce these rules.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOBACCO SMOKE, A DANGER To CHILDREN:
GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

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Web Site:
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Target Audience:

Content:
            American Academy of Pediatrics

            1994

            American Academy of Pediatrics
            Division of Publications
            141 Northwest Point Blvd.
            Elk Grove Village, IL  60009-0927

            American Academy of Pediatrics Home Page:
            http://www.aap.org/

            Complete text of brochure:
            http://www.aap.org/family/envtob.htm

            Non-Member Price: $29.95/100
            AAP Member Price: $24.95/100
            (Minimum order: 100)

            Four-fold brochure to inform parents about the risk of environmental
            tobacco smoke.

            Parents

            Guidelines to inform parents about the dangers of environmental
            tobacco smoke.
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Abstract:   This brochure includes a description of environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) and how it
           affects children, and provides information on the risks of smoking during pregnancy
           and smoking fire hazards. This brochure also includes information to assist parents in
           protecting their children from ETS and ensuring that their children live in a tobacco-
           free environment.
MARKETING CIGARETTES To KIDS
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Date Developed:

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Web Site:



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Target Audience:

Content:
The American Council on Science and Health

April 1993

American Council on Science and Health, Inc.
1995 Broadway, Second Floor
New York, NY 10023-5860
Phone: (212)362-7044
Fax: (212)362-4919
Online Order Form for American Council on Science and Health, Inc.,
Publications:
http://www.acsh.org/order/index.html

$5.00 for a single copy. Prices are reduced if the report is ordered in
larger quantities and reduce even further if the ordered by an ACSH
member.

A consumer guide to the harmful tactics of tobacco companies.

General Public

12-page report on the harmful ways that tobacco companies market to
children.
Abstract:   This special report is a guide to the nicotine industry and its marketing tactics. It aims
           to clarify the facts and fallacies about tobacco advertising and promotion, and reviews
           ways to safeguard the health of children and protect them from nicotine addiction and
           untimely death.
PROTEJA A Su FAMILIA... ESE HUMO Es UNA AMENZA

Developer/Publisher:     American Lung Association

Date Developed:        December 1994

Contact Information:     Your local American Lung Association at (800) LUNG-USA.
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Target Audience:


Content:
American Lung Association Home Page:
http://www.lungusa.org/

Information not available

Tri-fold brochure written in Spanish with information about how to
protect your family from environmental tobacco smoke.

Spanish speaking smokers and non-smokers concerned about
secondhand smoke

(See Tool Type/Purpose section)
Abstract:   (See Tool Type/Purpose section)
SECONDHAND SMOKE: WHAT You CAN DO ABOUT
SECONDHAND SMOKE AS PARENTS, DECISION MAKERS, AND
BUILDING OCCUPANTS
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U.S. EPA

July 1993

IAQ Information Clearinghouse (IAQ INFO)
P.O. Box37133
Washington, DC 20013-7133
Phone: (800)438-4318
(Refer to Publication Number IAQ 0059)

IAQ INFO Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/

Full-Text of Poster:
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/etsbro.html

Free

Four-page fold-out information poster.

Smokers and non-smokers concerned about secondhand smoke.

Information on second-hand smoke.
Abstract:   This poster provides detailed information about secondhand smoke and its effects and
          how to protect oneself from the risks of passive smoking.
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"ENVIRONMENTAL TOBACCO SMOKE AND OTHER INDOOR AlR
POLLUTION PROBLEMS AFFECTING CHILDREN" SPEAKER'S KIT
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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the U.S. EPA

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To order this speaker's kit, call AAP at (800) 433-9016. You can also
mail or fax your request with your name, phone number, address, and
payment (check, money order, or charge card information) to:
AAP Speaker's Kits
141 Northwest Point BIvd
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098
Fax : (847) 228-7035

AAP Home Page:
http://www.aap.org/

AAP Speaker's Kits:
http://www.aap.org/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/aapstore/prod pages/kits.htm?L+
aap + qfhd7560 + 896471746

$35.00 for non-members; $30.00 for AAP members

Speaker's kit, which includes information about exposure to
environmental tobacco smoke (ETS), carbon monoxide, and radon in the
home, as well as problems with indoor air pollution in schools.

School and community leaders, health care specialists, and others
interested in spreading the facts about indoor environment hazards

Two-pocket folder that includes the following materials:
   Letter regarding the purpose of the speaker's kit from the American
   Academy of Pediatrics' President, Robert E. Hannemann
   Thirty-slide presentation with slide script
   Bibliography with ten references on tobacco smoke from the slide
   presentation
   AAP brochure titled, Environmental Tobacco Smoke: A Danger to
   Children—Guidelines for Parents
   AAP Speaker's Kit Response Card postcard
   Speaker's Tips—Tips for Effective  Presentations
   Speaker's Tips—Six Good Ideas
   List of [10] Additional Resources
   Four-page article titled, American Academy of
   Pediatrics—Committee on Environmental Health—Environmental
   Tobacco Smoke: A Hazard to Children (April 1997)
   EPA seven-page fact sheet titled, Setting the Record Straight:
   Secondhand Smoke is a Preventable Health Risk (June 1994)
   EPA two-page  fact sheet titled, Asthma, Air Quality,  and
   Environmental Justice: EPA's Role in Asthma Education and
   Prevention (July 1995)
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Abstract:
                           EPA four-page fact sheet titled, Indoor Air Quality Basics for Schools
                           (October 1 996)
                           EPA two-page fact sheet titled, Protect Your Family and Yourself
                           from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (October 1 996)
                           Twenty-nine page booklet titled, Indoor Air Pollution— An
                           Introduction for Health Professional, produced by the American
                           Lung Association, EPA, Consumer Safety Commission, American
                           Medical Association

           This speaker's kit is a collaboration between the American Academy of Pediatrics and
           the EPA. The facts are based on research studies conducted by the National Academy
           of Sciences, the Surgeon General, the U.S. EPA, and other individual scientists. This kit
           provides the speaker with information about exposure to environmental tobacco
           smoke (ETS), carbon monoxide and radon in the home, as well as problems with
           indoor air pollution in schools for presentations to PTA meetings, local hospitals,
           school board meetings, community interest groups, and other groups. The goal is to
           get the message out about indoor air issues to ensure that the air children breathe is
           clean, safe, and smoke free.
REX RONAN, EXPERIMENTAL SURGEON
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                       Raya Systems

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                       Raya Systems
                       2570 West El Camino Real, Suite 309
                       Mountain View, CA 94040
                       Phone: (415)949-2672

                       Rex Ronan, Experimental Surgeon Web Site:
                       http://www.healthhero.com/html/
                       $69.95 (English and Spanish versions available)

                       Super Nintendo™ Video Game intended to deter young people from
                       smoking by giving them vital information about the dangers of tobacco
                       use in a format they're familiar with-video games.

                       Children

                       One video game.
Abstract:   As Dr. Ronan, players shrink to microscopic size and travel throughout Jake's body to
           hunt down pre-cancerous cells caused by emphysema, and the plaque in his arteries
           and heart. Using Dr. Ronan's high-tech laser, players start in Jake's mouth and follow
           the path of cigarette smoke to  remove life-threatening effects of tobacco use. The most
           difficult of which awaits in the brain: Jake's nicotine addiction.
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          Though the surgery is tough enough, players also must defend themselves from evil
          Microbots sent by Blackburn Tobacco Company to stop Dr. Ronan. It's a race against
          the clock, but if players succeed and Jake lives, Dr. Ronan will make headlines with
          the mastery of his new experimental surgery.

          Players also will encounter Smart Bombs that test their knowledge about tobacco use.
          Correct responses to these true/false statements help players progress in the game.
GENERAL

CREATING INDOOR AIR QUALITY PROGRAMS IN Low INCOME
COMMUNITIES AND COMMUNITIES OF COLOR—AN
ORGANIZER'S HANDBOOK
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The Community Coalition for Environmental Justice (Seattle,
Washington)

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The Community Coalition for Environmental Justice
4759 15th Street, NE
Seattle, WA 98105
Phone: (206)527-1695

The Community Coalition for Environmental Justice Home Page:
http://www.halcyon.com/ccej/

$5.00

The purpose of this handbook is to help organizers of indoor air quality
programs develop programs that are relevant to low-income
communities and communities of color.

Residents and community leaders in low income communities and
communities of color

A 25-page handbook organized as follows:
     1.   Introduction
               A description of the Community Coalition for
               Environmental Justice (CCEJ), its mission, and the
               goals and objectives of the CCEJ Indoor Air
               Quality/Asthma Education and Outreach Project.
     2.   Gaining Community Support
               An  overview of ways to initiate community input and
               involvement as well  as general information about
               issues related to culture and language.
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                            3.   Developing an Appropriate Indoor Air Assessment Tool
                                       An example of CCEJ's Indoor Air Assessment
                                       Checklist.
                            4.   Case Scenario
                                       An example of an indoor air assessment.
                            5.   Most Common Indoor Air Problems
                                       Examples of indoor air contaminants found in the
                                       majority  of the homes surveyed by CCEJ.
                            6.   Recommendations for Source Removal
                            7.   Most Common Questions About Indoor Air Quality
                                       A summary of the questions that were most often
                                       asked by participants in the CCEJ Indoor Air/Asthma
                                       Education and Outreach Project.
                            8.   Conducting Individual Outreach
                                       Provides examples of resources that may help people
                                       get other services they need.
                            9.   Landlord/Tenant Issues and Housing Rights Information
                                       Summary of landlord/tenant laws and list of
                                       organizations that can help with landlord/tenant
                                       issues.

Abstract:  This handbook provides general information that is based on the experiences of the
          coordinators of the Community Coalition for Environmental Justice Indoor Air/Asthma
          Education and Outreach Project (see handbook organization above). Its primary
          purpose is to help organizers of indoor air  quality programs develop programs that are
          relevant to low-income communities and communities of color. The handbook is not
          meant to serve as a complete organizing tool.
THE INDOOR AIR QUALITY INFORMA TION CLEARINGHOUSE      JOTHER

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. EPA

Date Developed:         September 1994

Contact Information:     IAQ Information Clearinghouse (IAQ INFO)
                       P.O. Box37133
                       Washington, DC 20013-7133
                       Phone:(703) 356-4020 or (800) 438-4318
                       Fax: (202)484-1510
                       (Refer to publication number: EPA 430-F-92-003)

Web Site:               IAQ Information Clearinghouse Home Page:
                       http://www.epa.gov/iaq/iaqinfo.html

Cost Information:        Free

Tool Type/Purpose:       Pamphlet that describes the Indoor Air Quality Information
                       Clearinghouse.
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Target Audience:        Anyone interested in receiving assistance from the IAQ Information
                       Clearinghouse

Content:                Information on assistance that can be found through Indoor Air Quality
                       Information Clearinghouse.

Abstract:   The Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse (IAQ INFO) is funded by the Indoor
           Air Division, Office of Air and Radiation, EPA, to provide information on many aspects
           of indoor air quality. IAQ INFO information specialists are available to assist people
           looking for resources on  indoor air quality information. They can: answer many
           questions by telephone; mail federal government publications from the inventory; refer
           people to appropriate government agencies, research, public interest,  and private
           sector organizations; and provide bibliographies on topics for further reference.
TEACHER'S GUIDE TO INDOOR AIR POLLUTANTS
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National Safety Council

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Environmental Health Center
A Division of the National Safety Council
1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 293-2270
Fax: (202) 293-0032

National Safety Council  Home Page:
http://www.nsc.org/

Teacher's Guide to Indoor Air Pollutants Page:
http://www. nsc. org/ehc/i ndoor/teachers. htm

Free

Teacher's Guide on Indoor Air Pollutants.

Teachers who teach students in the 4th, 5th, and 6th grades
This Teachers Guide includes sections on the following topics:
   Section 1 - Preparation
   Section 2 - Preliminary Knowledge & Follow-Up
   Section 3 - Vocabulary
   Section 4 - Indoor Pollutants
   Section 5 - Your Body
   Section 6 - The Air We Breathe
   Section 7 - Room-By-Room
   Section 8 - Classroom Air Quality
   Section 9 - Support Materials
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Abstract:   The National Safety Council's Environmental Health Center's "Teacher's Guide to
           Indoor Air Pollutants" contains all the information that teachers will need to teach an
           educational  unit on indoor air quality. The guide is designed for use in 4th through 6th
           grade classrooms and can easily be incorporated into the general science or health
           sections of the curriculum. The activities draw on a variety of students' skills,
           including: science, vocabulary, reasoning, math and basic biology.
INDOOR AIR COMMUNITY LEADER KIT FOR WOMEN AND
CHILDREN
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National Safety Council

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Environmental Health Center
A Division of the National Safety Council
1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 293-2270 or (800) 557-2366
Fax: (202) 293-0032

National Safety Council Home Page:
http://www.nsc.org/

Environmental Health Center's Main Page:
http://www.nsc.org/ehc.htm

Indoor Air Community Leader Kit for Women and Children Page:
http://www.nsc.org/ehc/indoor/wctoc.htm

$10.00 (Much of the  kit's contents is available free off the Internet at
http://www.nsc.org/ehc/indoor/wctoc.htm)

A community leader  kit that helps local grassroots organizations, health
departments, and others in educating  the general public about the
hazards of indoor air  pollutants.

Women and Children

The Kit includes the following sections:
!   Introduction
!   Fact Sheets on: asbestos; asthma; biological contaminants; carbon
   monoxide; combustion appliances; environmental tobacco smoke;
   formaldehyde;  lead; pesticides; and radon.
!   Slide/Overhead Presentation
!   Outreach Materials
!   Support Materials
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Abstract:  The National Safety Council's Environmental Health Center is committed to increasing
          public awareness and knowledge about the health hazards of indoor air pollution and
          how to prevent them. This Leader Kit was developed as part of this effort to educate
          women and children about the hazards of indoor air pollution and ways for them to
          protect themselves.
  WATER
 1998 BLUE THUMB KIT: RIDE THE WATER CYCLE, DRINKING
 WATER WEEK, MAY3-9, 1998
                                                                OTHER
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            American Water Works Association

            1998

            Blue Thumb Project
            c/o American Water Works Association
            6666 West Quincy Ave.
            Denver, CO 80235
            Phone: (800) 926-7337

            American Water Works Association Home Page:
            http://www.awwa.org/

            Blue Thumb Kit Web Page:
            http://www.awwa.org/bluethum

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            Tool kit to promote water awareness during Drinking Water Week and
            throughout the year.

            General Public

            Colorful folder containing the following visually-appealing materials:
            "How To  Use Your Blue Thumb Kit" informational flyer, news release,
            camera-ready ads and logos, educational fact sheets, activities for kids,
            consumer confidence report, proclamation to promote the conservation
            and protection of water resources in communities, poster, Blue Thumb
            coupons,  Blue Thumb catalog, and Blue Thumb evaluation form.
The Blue Thumb Project is an ongoing campaign to raise public awareness and
understanding of drinking water issues and to motivate individuals, communities, and
companies to make water-responsible choices. This kit targets water awareness in
communities, specifically during Drinking Water Week, which is held every year
across the country. The kit may be implemented by a variety of different community
organizations that want to promote water awareness. The kits's news release can be
used to inform communities about the events the implementing organization is
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           planning during Drinking Water Week. Newspapers can be asked to donate space to
           promote Drinking Water Week using the camera-ready ads and logos provided in the
           folder. The governor or mayor can be asked to sign the provided "Proclamation"
           declaring the dates of Drinking Water Week. The poster can be displayed in public
           areas to promote Drinking Water Week. The catalog can be used to order additional
           Blue Thumb materials, such as stickers, additional posters, fact sheets, videos, T-Shirts,
           and balloons.
GROUND WATER: THE HIDDEN RESOURCE (MIDDLE SCHOOL
EDITION)
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             U.S. Geological Survey Water Resources Education
             Initiative

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             U.S. Geological Survey Branch of Information Services
             Box 25286
             Denver Federal Center
             Denver, CO 80225
             Phone: (800) 435-7627

             USGS Home Page:
             http://www.usgs.gov

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             Educational poster for middle school students.

             Middle school students

             On one side, the colorful poster illustrates how ground water is
             generated, its directional flow, and how it is used in communities. On
             the other side, the poster displays information about ground water, a
             table of "Ground-Water Use for the United States in 1990," a pie chart
             illustrating how ground water is used in the United States, and  a student
             activity on ground-water recharge and discharge.
This poster is the fourth in a series of posters developed by the U.S. Geological Survey
Water Resources Education Initiative. The poster illustrates how ground water is
generated, flows, and is used. It includes general information about ground water,
such as aquifer permeability, recharge areas, and discharge areas, and use. The table
on "Ground-Water Use for the United States in 1990" ranks all the states by ground-
water use and includes information on domestic, commercial, industrial, and
agriculture ground-water uses. The student activity is designed to demonstrate ground-
water recharge and discharge in a model aquifer. Students are asked to identify several
sources of recharge and of discharge for ground water, describe how water moves
from recharge to discharge areas, and  discuss the connection between surface water
and ground water.
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GIVE WATER A HAND: A NATIONAL YOUTH PROGRAM FOR
LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
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University of Wisconsin-Environmental Resources Center

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University of Wisconsin-Environmental Resources Center
(800) 928-3720 or (608) 262-3346

University of Wisconsin-Environmental Resources Center Web Page:
http ://www. uwex. ed u/erc

Free on the web

One-page flyer with information about the "Give Water A Hand"
Program.

Youth and community leaders

General information on the program, with reference to an Internet
address for more information.
Abstract:   The "Give Water A Hand" program is a national watershed education program
          designed to involve young people in local environmental service projects. The
          program's activities are presented in two publications— the Youth Action Guide and
          the Leader Guidebook (for youth leaders and teachers). These easy-to-follow,
          illustrated guides explain how to organize and carry out effective action-oriented
          projects. The Youth Action Guide is available in English and Spanish. The English
          version can be obtained for free either by downloading it from the "Give Water A
          Hand" web site listed above or by contacting a "Give Water A Hand" state contact.
          The Spanish version may be ordered through the "Give Water A Hand" office for
          $5.00 each, in copy-ready or bound format.
PROTECTING OUR GROUND WATER
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U.S. EPA
May 1995

U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
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Ordering Information:
http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/ordering

Free

Folded poster with information about ground-water protection, EPA's
Regional Offices, and the water cycle.

General Public
Content:                Written sections on "Ground Water: A Vital, Fragile Resource" and
                        "Other Major Sources of Contamination;" table listing the addresses of
                        all ten EPA Regional Offices; color graphic illustrating "Ground Water
                        and Land Use in the Water Cycle;" and map showing how much each
                        state depends on ground water.

Abstract:   This poster provides information about ground water in written and graphic forms, and
           includes a table of addresses for EPA's Regional Offices. The section on "Ground
           Water: A Vital, Fragile Resource" describes how ground-water contamination threatens
           drinking water supplies and lists ground-water facts and various sources of ground-
           water contamination. The section on "Other Major Sources of Contamination"
           describes other sources of contamination, ways to protect and preserve ground water,
           examples of how EPA's Ground-Water Protection Programs work at the community
           level,  and steps individuals can take to protect ground water from contamination. The
           graphic titled "How Much Does Your State Depend on Ground Water" illustrates, by
           state percentages, populations relying on ground water as a source of drinking water.
           The graphic titled "Ground Water and Land Use in the Water Cycle" illustrates how
           precipitation, transpiration, and evaporation affect the ground-water cycle, and how
           irrigation, manure spreading, and runoff can contaminate ground water.
THE WATER SOURCEBOOK (GRADES 3-5)
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Web Site:
Legacy, Inc.—Partners in Environmental Education in
cooperation with the U.S. EPA

January 1994

To obtain a copy of this book, contact:
Water Environment Federation
601 Wythe St.
Alexandria, VA 22314-1994

For information on the  project, contact:
John Judy, TVA:             (615) 632-1670
Kristi Watkins, EPA:          (404) 347-2913
Patricia Hurley, Legacy, Inc.:  (205) 271-7938

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A series of classroom activities designed to develop students awareness,
knowledge, and skills for making sound water-use decisions and for
protecting water resources.

Elementary students (grades 3-5) and teachers

The Sourcebook is presented in a notebook that includes five chapters-
Introduction to Water,  Drinking and Wastewater Treatment, Surface
Water, Ground Water, and Wetlands/Coastal, Glossary, and Fact Sheets.
Abstract:   The Water Sourcebook educational program's goal is to develop supplemental activity
           guides on water issues specifically for classroom students in kindergarten through high
           school. This Sourcebook is for grades 3 through 5. The materials were designed to be
           compatible with existing curriculum standards established by State Boards of
           Education throughout the United States. The activities in the Sourcebook include
           "hands-on" components that blend with existing general science, language arts, math,
           social studies, art, reading, and other areas of the school curricula. Each activity
           contains (1) objectives, (2) subject(s), (3) time, (4) materials, (5) background
           information, (6) advance preparation, (7) procedure (including activity, follow-up, and
           extension), and (8) resources. Fact sheets and a glossary section are included with each
           guide to help equip teachers to deal with unfamiliar concepts and words used in the
           text.
THE WATER SOURCEBOOK (GRADES 9-12)
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Legacy, Inc.—Partners in Environmental Education in
cooperation with the U.S. EPA (March 1997)

January 1994

To obtain a copy of this book, contact:
Water Environment Federation
601 Wythe St.
Alexandria, VA 22314-1994

For information on the project, contact:
John Judy, TVA:             (615) 632-1670
Kristi Watkins, EPA:          (404) 347-2913
Patricia Hurley, Legacy, Inc.:  (205) 271-7938

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A series of classroom activities on water issues designed to develop
student awareness, knowledge, and skills for sound water use decisions
and protection of water resources.
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Target Audience:

Content:
High school students (grades 9-12) and teachers

The Sourcebook is presented in notebook format and includes five
chapters—Introduction to Water, Drinking and Wastewater Treatment,
Surface Water, Ground Water, and Wetlands/Coastal, Glossary; and Fact
Sheets.
Abstract:   The Water Sourcebook educational program's goal is to develop supplemental activity
           guides on water issues specifically for classroom students in kindergarten through high
           school. This Sourcebook is for grades 9 through 12. The materials were designed to be
           compatible with existing curriculum standards established by State Boards of
           Education throughout the United States. The activities in the Sourcebook include
           "hands-on" components that blend with existing general science, language arts, math,
           social studies, art, reading, and other areas of the school curricula. Each activity
           contains (1) objectives, (2) subject(s), (3) time, (4) materials, (5) background
           information, (6) advance preparation, (7) procedure (including activity, follow-up, and
           extension), and (8) resources. Fact sheets and a glossary section are included with each
           guide to help equip teachers to deal  with unfamiliar concepts and words used in the
           text.
GROUNDWATER: A CITIZEN'S GUIDE
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League of Women Voters Education Fund

1986

League of Women Voters of the United States
1730M. St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone: (202)429-1965
Fax: (202) 429-0854
League of Women Voters of the United States Resource Web Page:
http://www.lwv.org/pubweb/resources
$1.75 each ($1.25 for members)
Tool Type/Purpose:       Citizen's guide containing information on ground water.

Target Audience:         General Public

Content:                23-page booklet containing information on ground-water basics,
                        cleanup-up and protection, opportunities for citizen involvement, and
                        glossary and resource section.

Abstract:   This guide is designed to assist citizens in understanding the basics of ground-water, its
           nature, problems, and management. The glossary defines technical terms used in the
           guide. The checklist provides questions that readers can use to learn about ground
           water in their communities and suggests ways to take action on ground-water issues.
           This publication recognizes that citizen awareness is the first step toward ground-water
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          protection, and provides assurance that people now and in the future will be able to
          benefit from a clean, abundant supply of ground water.
THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT AND REGULATORY FLEXIBILITY:
CHANGING THE RULES
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League of Women Voters Education Fund

1996

League of Women Voters of the United States
1730M. St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone: (202)429-1965
fax: (202) 429-0854

League of Women Voters of the United States Resource Web Page:
http://www.lwv.org/pubweb/resources

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12-page discussion guide on drinking water protection.

Politically active citizens and voters

Step-by-step information is provided on how to set-up a public meeting
to discuss drinking water protection. This guide also includes a resource
section and seven articles on drinking water.
Abstract:   This guide was developed for use with Changing the Rules: Regulatory Reform Raises
          Fundamental Questions About the Reach and the Role of Government and A Federal
          Groundwater Protection Program Tests the Limits of Regulatory Flexibility. The articles
          included in the guide are reprints of the cover articles for the December 1995/January
          1996 issue of The National Voter, the magazine of the League of Women Voters of the
          United States. The guide includes questions and answers about meeting formats,
          suggested discussion questions and answers about planning community-wide
          programs, and a resource section.
PROTECT YOUR GROUNDWATER: EDUCATING FOR ACTION
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League of Women Voters Education Fund

1994

League of Women Voters of the United States
1730M. St., NW
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                       Washington, D.C. 20036
                       Phone: (202)429-1965
                       Fax: (202) 429-0854

                       League of Women Voters of the United States Resource Web Page:
                       http://www.lwv.org/pubweb/resources

                       $6.95 each ($5.95 for members)

                       Publication that outlines the step-by-step process for developing a
                       ground-water education program in a community.

                       Community activists

                       60-page document with chapters on Getting Started; Researching and
                       Developing Information; Development and Distribution of Materials;
                       Public Meetings, Forums, and Workshops; Publicity; Fund Raising; and
                       Keeping It Going. The appendices contain League Community
                       Groundwater Education Projects, sources of ground-water
                       contamination, data collection forms, and resources.
           This document outlines the step-by-step process for developing ground-water
           education programs in communities throughout the country. It was produced as part of
           the League of Women Voters Education Fund's (LWVEF) national education project on
           ground water, launched in 1991. Working with 18 state and local leagues around the
           country, the LWVEF created a variety of citizen education models for ground-water
           protection.
KIDS FOR SAVING EARTH: THE POLLUTION SOLUTION
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                       Kids For Saving Earth (KSE) Worldwide

                       1992

                       KSE Worldwide
                       P.O. Box421118
                       Minneapolis, MN 55442
                       Phone: (612)559-1234
                       Fax: (612) 559-6980
                       E-mail: kseww@aol.com

                       Information not available

                       Children $7.00; family $12.00; club $15.00; school $9.00 (content of
                       package varies depending on the organization or individual  ordering)

                       Information packet on kids for saving earth programs.

                       Children, families, clubs, schools
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Content:                The KSE Information Packet includes the following materials:
                       1)   KSE Pin
                       2)   KSE Sticker
                       3)   KSE Membership Application
                       4)   Teacher's Guide for Little Kids For Saving Earth
                       5)   KSE Action Guide
                       6)   KSE Arctic Curriculum Fact Sheet
                       7)   KSE E-Pal Fact Sheet
                       8)   KSE Rock The World CD Fund-Raising and Order Form
                       9)   Information Postcard about the KSE Earthworks Central Kit
                       10)  KSE Kids Fact Sheet on Teaching Adults
                       11)  Power Poster and Information  Fact Sheet about the KSE Action
                            Program
                       12)  Fact Sheet about the "Wonderful World of Water"
                       13)  KSE Donation Form
                       14)  KSE Member's Certificate
                       15)  KSE Newsletter

Abstract:   The KSE kit includes all information needed to implement the KSE  program.  KSE was
           first created by 11-year old  Clinton Hill as a club dedicated to peaceful earth-saving
           action. When Clinton died of cancer, his parents established  KSE as a non-profit
           organization. Under their leadership, KSE grew from  a single club to  a worldwide
           organization with hundreds of thousands of children  doing good earth works. The
           Mission of KSE Worldwide  is to educate,  inspire, and empower children to protect the
           Earth's environment. KSE Worldwide provides action-oriented educational materials to
           individual kids, families, clubs, and classrooms.
 1998 GROUNDWATER GUARDIAN ASSISTANCE KIT
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:


Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:
The Groundwater Association

1998
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov

Information not available

Materials in the Assistance Kit are available to Groundwater Guardian
Communities and their affiliates at no charge

Assistance Kit to Groundwater Guardian Communities.

General Public
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Content:                Official Assistance Kit Materials:
                       1)  Index of Watershed Indicators. U.S. EPA. September 1997
                       2)  Surf Your Watershed. U.S. EPA. (www.epa.gov/surf/)
                       3)  Groundwater: The Hidden Resource Poster. U.S. Geological Survey
                       4)  National Water Quality Inventory 1994 Report to Congress:
                          Groundwater Chapters. U.S. EPA. 1996. 63 pp.
                       5)  Office of Groundwater and Drinking Water Publications. U.S. EPA.
                          1996. 68 pp.
                       6)  Fact Sheet: Update on Lead Leaching From Submersible Well Pumps
                          and Private Drinking Water Systems. U.S. EPA. September 1995.
                       7)  Making Waves: How To Put On A Water Festival. Amy Killham. The
                          Groundwater Foundation. 1993. 58 pp.

                       Other Materials Provided With This Tool:
                       1)    List of additional materials available to Groundwater Guardian
                            Communities and affiliates free of charge
                       2)    Reproducible Groundwater Guardian Logos
                       3)    1997 Ground Guardian Assistance Kit Survey
                       4)    U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet
                       5)    Groundwater Guardian Community and  Affiliate Profiles 1997
                       6)    Biosolids Recycling: An Environmental Sound Way To Put A
                            Valuable Resource To Work For All Of Us (Tri-Fold Brochure)
                       7)    Go To The Source on Water Quality (Four-Fold Brochure)
                       8)    International Stockholm Junior Water Prize (Tri-Fold Brochure)
                       9)    Why We Need Environmental Action (8-page brochure on an
                            interdisciplinary environmental school curriculum)
                       10)   Runoff Report: Watershed Information Network News (32-page
                            newsletter)

Abstract:   The Groundwater Foundation, a private non-profit educational organization that
           motivates people to care about and for their ground water, created the Groundwater
           Guardian program to support, recognize, and connect communities protecting their
           ground water.
GROUNDWATER & SURFACE WATER: UNDERSTANDING THE
INTERACTION
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Conservation Technology Information Center

Information not available

Conservation Technology Information Center
1220 Potter Dr. Room170
W. Lafayette, IN 47906
Phone: (765) 494-9555
Fax: (765) 494-5969
E-mail: kyu@ctic.purdue.edu

Conservation Technology Information Center Home Page:
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                       http://kyw.ctic.purdue.edu
Cost Information:


Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:
Content:

Abstract:
             1 copy $2.00 each; 2-24 copies $1.50 each; 25-99 copies $.90 each;
             100+ copies $.70 each

             Guide booklet for watershed partnerships.

             Anyone interested in organizing a local, voluntary partnership to protect
             their watershed

             14 Pages, including a one-page directory of resources.
This guide is one in a series of guides intended for the lay person interested in
organizing a local, voluntary partnership to protect their watershed. Its purpose is to
provide guidance for building a voluntary partnership, assessing watersheds,
developing a watershed management plan, and implementing that plan. Although the
guide is written for watershed-based planning areas, the ideas and processes can be
used for developing other plans (such as wildlife areas) to match the multiple concerns
of the partnership. This booklet points out six key characteristics to understanding
ground-water interaction and includes guidelines that can be followed when
organizing a watershed partnership:
1)        Groundwater: A Hidden Resource describes the ABC's of ground water and
          provides a self-test on ground-water IQ.
2)        How Groundwater and Surface Water Connect discusses the relationship
          between ground water and surface water and how one can contaminate the
          other.
3)        Defining Combined Boundaries explains why watershed partnerships select
          or define boundaries to address all natural resources.
4)        Threats to Groundwater includes descriptions of water quality and  ground-
          water contaminant sources.
5)        Management Approaches provides insight into watershed management for
          both existing and future uses of ground water.
6)        Management Tools lists a number  of vehicles available to manage  ground-
          water resources.
NATIONAL WATER QUALITY INVENTORY 1994 REPORT TO
CONGRESS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
             U.S. EPA
             1994
             U.S. EPA/NCEPI
             P.O. Box42419
             Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
             Phone: (800)490-9198
             International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
             Fax: (513)489-8695
             E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
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Cost Information:
Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
Content:
Abstract:
             Ordering Information:
             http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/catalog

             Information not available

             Bulletin fulfilling Clean Water Act requirements by states and other
             participating jurisdictions.

             Congress and the General Public

             63-pages, including chapters for each key characteristic (see Abstract
             section) and an appendix.
This bulletin summarizes information related to the quality of our Nation's water
resources as reported by states, territories, and American Indian Tribes in their required
bi-annual water quality assessment reports. Most of the survey information in the 1994
Section 305(b) reports is based on water quality information collected and evaluated
during 1992 and 1993. The bulletin contains two chapters dedicated to ground-water
findings: Ground Water Quality and Ground Water Protection Programs.
OFFICE OF GROUND WATER AND DRINKING WATER
PUBLICATIONS
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Date Developed:

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Web Site:


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Content:
             U.S. EPA

             June 1996

             U.S. EPA/NCEPI
             P.O. Box42419
             Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
             Phone: (800)490-9198
             (International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190)
             Fax: (513)489-8695
             E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov

             Ordering Information:
             http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/catalog

             Information not available

             Catalog listing of environmental publications.

             Community leaders, researchers, and others interested in obtaining
             information on ground water or drinking water

             66 pages,  including an Introduction, "How to Use This Catalog,"
             Bibliographies, and an alphabetical listing of Document Titles.
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Abstract:   This catalog provides a list of all publications developed by the Office of Ground
           Water and Drinking Water. Publications include:

           1)        Fact sheets, brochures and pamphlets
           2)        Technical assistance documents
           3)        Youth education
           4)        Wellhead protection
           5)        Underground injection
           6)        Scientific/fact finding reports
           7)        National Pesticide Survey (NPS)
           8)        Legislation, Federal Register notices, program direction
           9)        Contaminant-specific fact sheets
DESDEMONA 's SPLASH
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Abstract:
             Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC)

             Information not available

             Desdemona's Splash
             c/o CTIC
             1220 Potter Drive, Suite 170
             West Lafayette, IN  47906

             Conservation Technology Information Center's Youth Education Web
             Page:
             http://www.ctic.purdue.edu/catalog/youtheducation.html

             First CD: $12.00. Additional CDS: $7.00

             Interactive game on CD-ROM that teaches players about water quality.

             Children and adults interested in playing an interactive game on water
             quality

             CD-ROM and accompanying instruction book.
Desdemona's Splash is an interactive computer game that delivers information on
nonpoint source pollution in a fast-paced and entertaining format. Appealing for
audiences of all ages, it teaches fundamental concepts about nonpoint source pollution
prevention measures in farm, city, and neighborhood settings. Point and click screens
that move and have sound help players learn how day-to-day decisions can affect the
water quality of lakes and streams.
WATER RESOURCES EDUCATION POSTERS

Developer/Publisher:     U.S. Geological Survey
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Content:
1992

U.S. Geological Survey
Box 25286
Denver Federal Center
Denver, CO 80225
Phone: (303) 236-7477

Information not available

Information not available

Series of posters on water resources for children in grades 3-8. The
posters are available in color and black and white. The black-and-white
posters are intended for coloring by children in grades K-2. Some of the
posters are available in Spanish.

Elementary and Middle School Teachers

The water resource topics are drawn in cartoon format. The back of each
poster contains a variety of information as well as definitions and
activities for students.
Abstract:   Some of the posters available are titled:
              "Water: The Resource that Gets Used & Used & Used for Everything!"
              "How Do We Treat Our Wastewater?"
              "Wetlands: Water, Wildlife, Plants, & People!"
              "Ground Water: The Hidden Resource!"
              "Water Quality: Potential Sources of Pollution"
              "Navigation: Traveling the Water Highways!"
              "Watersheds: Where We Live."
           Sponsors of The Water Resources Education Poster series include the U.S. Geological
           Survey, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. EPA, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
           Nebraska Groundwater Foundation, and National Science Teachers Association.
THAT MAGNIFICENT GROUND WATER CONNECTION
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
New England Interstate Water Pollution Control
Commission in partnership with U.S. EPA Region 1

Information not available

N.E.I.E.T.C.
2 Fort Rd.
So. Portland, ME 04106
Phone: (207) 767-2539

Information not available

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Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
Resource Book for grades K-6:    $25.00
Resource Book for grades 7-12:   $25.00

Notebook to teach students about ground water.

Teachers and students in grades K-12

Activities and other material covering a wide range of information on
ground water that encourage math, social studies, art, and writing skills.
Abstract:   That Magnificent Ground Water Connection is divided into two complete ground
           water resource packages. One is designed for grades K-6; the other for grades 7-12.
           The books are a  compilation of selected groundwater-related activities from available
           curricula, seasoned with a smattering of original material. The material can be applied
           to a variety of subjects, notjust science. All material  has been adapted to the New
           England area to help students learn about the region's geologic and hydrologic
           properties and allow them to see how groundwater fits into the water cycle in their
           own communities.
A WORLD IN OUR BACKYARD
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Tool Type/Purpose:
New England Interstate Water Pollution
Control Commission

Information not available

Environmental Media Corporation
P.O. Box 1016
Chapel Hill,  NC 27514
Phone: (800) ENV-EDUC
Fax: (919)942-8785
This package also is available for loan from the following center
locations:
New England Interstate Training Center: (207) 767-2539
EPA Region 1 library: (617) 565-3300
New England Aquarium Teacher Resource Center: (617) 973-6590

Environmental Media Corporation  On-Line Catalog:
http://www.envmedia.com/cgi-bin/w3-msql/catalog/toc.html

Guidebook: $12.95
Videocassette: $29.95
Complete package: $39.95
Shipping and handling:    $3.75 (purchase of $30 or less)
                        $5.75 (purchase of $30-$60)

A 15-minute informative video for  teachers, a 7-minute introductory
video for students, and a 140-page guidebook
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Target Audience:        Teachers and students

Content:                A videotape and 140-page guidebook that contains the following
                       chapters:

                          Chapter 1:   Wetland Science
                          Chapter 2:   Types of Wetlands
                          Chapter 3:   Functions and Values of Wetlands
                          Chapter 4:   Threats to Wetlands
                          Chapter 5:   Finding a Wetland to Study
                          Chapter 6:   A Wetland Field Study
                          Chapter 7:   Protecting Wetlands
                          Chapter 8:   How to Adopt a Wetland

Abstract:   "A World in Our Backyard" is a series for middle-school  students and their teachers
           that uses local wetlands as outdoor classrooms. The package includes a program for
           teachers and a program for students.

           The program for teachers features three teachers  in different kinds of schools who are
           using a wetland area in their curriculum. This program helps teachers who have little
           or no experience in outdoor settings to visualize similar kinds of activities in their own
           classes. The teachers and students that we follow into the wetland come from a wide
           range of educational, social, economic, and ecological backgrounds.

           The program for students titled "Fabulous Wetlands" will be enjoyed by the students
           and teachers alike and is intended to motivate  students into learning more about
           wetlands issues.

           A "World in Our Backyard" teaching guide provides a wealth of information to  help
           teachers in designing a program that suits their own needs. It includes background
           information on watersheds, wetland functions  and values, types of wetlands, threats to
           wetlands, and ways of protecting wetland areas.  It also contains information on how to
           become a part of EPA's Adopt-A-Wetland program and a resource guide to other
           organizations and resources to support a curriculum that includes the wetlands
           ecosystem. The 25 indoor and outdoor activities are formatted to support teachers in
           grades 5 through 8.
DRINKING WA TER ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHERS AND STUDENTS
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:
U.S. EPA

January 1995
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Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 810-B-95-001)

U.S. EPA Office of Water's Kid's Page, which includes a link to its
drinking water activities for students and teachers:
http://www.epa.gov/ow/kids.html

Free

Activities Kit

Students and teachers

(See Abstract section)
Abstract:   This kit contains ten chapters full of various activities that educate students about
           ground water and drinking water. There are a variety of themes and slogans throughout
           the material, but the same idea always emerges: drinking water must be protected. The
           titles of the ten chapters are as follows:

           1)        Ground Water: In-Classroom Activities For Elementary School Students
           2)        Ground Water: In-Classroom Activities For Middle School  Students
           3)        Various Student Activity Sheets In English, Spanish and French
           4)        Blue Thumb Game With Instructions
           5)        Various Drinking Water Trivia Sheets
           6)        In-Classroom Experiments
           7)        Decision Process For Drinking Water Flow Chart
           8)        Fact Sheet: 21 Conservation Measures For Everyone
           9)        Bookmarks
           10)       Drinking Water Activities For Drinking Water Science Projects
ENVIROSCAPE II

Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Enviroscape Models

Information not available

Enviroscape Models
c/oJT& A, Inc.
4 Herbert St.
Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone: (703)519-2180
Fax: (703)519-2190
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Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:
                        Information on the Enviroscape products:
                        http://site210006.primehost.com/news.htm

                        Enviroscape II base only (accessories not included): $249
                        Enviroscape II Deluxe Unit with case (all accessories included): $829
                        (additional components and add-ons can be purchased separately)

                        Interactive, portable model of a watershed.

                        All ages and audiences

Content:                The contents of this kit vary depending on what the user chooses to
                        order. The Enviroscape II base and map, water plug, and users guide are
                        included in the "essentials" list. An accessory kit (buildings, vehicles,
                        cows, etc.), a deluxe carrying case, a nylon shoulder bag, and a variety
                        of add-on scenarios (such as hazardous waste, wetlands, groundwater,
                        and riparian kit) also are available for purchase.

Abstract:   This kit is an effective, hands-on way to demonstrate that water pollution begins and
           ends with humans. The exhibit shows a watershed's many land uses including urban,
           industrial/commercial, farm, highway, forest, stream bank, and lake shore.
           Enviroscape is an interactive, portable model of a watershed that dramatically
           demonstrates water pollution and its prevention.
WE ALL LIVE DOWNSTREAM
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:

Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:
Target Audience:
                        U.S. EPA Region 3

                        May 1995

                        U.S. EPA Region 3
                        Nonpoint Source Program
                        841 Chestnut Building
                        Philadelphia, PA 19107
                        (215)597-9911/3429

                        Information not available

                        Information not available
                        31-page booklet that provides teachers with information on obtaining
                        additional support and teaching materials. It is intended for teachers
                        who are interested in enhancing their curricula with nonpoint source
                        concepts. This booklet is a follow-up to Region 3's Women in Science
                        and Engineering (WISE) poem and poster contest.

                        Teachers in Region 3
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Content:
The booklet describes the severity of the nonpoint source water quality
problem; the movement of nonpoint source pollution through a
watershed; and the impact of urban, agricultural, and coal mine
pollution. It presents two examples of federal grant programs that
support projects to reduce nonpoint source pollution and educate about
watershed protection. It lists steps people can take to reduce nonpoint
source pollution. A list of local, regional, and national publications;
handbooks; and curricula are provided. Contact names for people and
programs at local, federal, and state levels in Region 3 also are
provided.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
  OTHER RESOURCES
THE EPA CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH YEARBOOK
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:


Cost Information:

Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
U.S. EPA

June 1998
U.S. EPA/NCEPI
P.O. Box42419
Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
Phone: (800)490-9198
International, local, and government employees: (513) 489-8190
Fax: (513)489-8695
E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
(Refer to EPA Publication Number EPA 100-R-98-100)

U.S. EPA's Office of Children's Health Protection Home Page:
http://www.epa.gov/children

Free

223-page report on EPA's activities related to children's health.

U.S. EPA and the General Public

Eleven chapters,  a glossary, a list of acronyms and abbreviations, and an
index:
Chapter 1:    Introduction
Chapter 2:    Asthma and Other Respiratory Effects
Chapter 3:    Childhood Cancer
Chapter 4:    Developmental and  Neurological Toxicity
Chapter 5:    Health Effects of Pesticides
Chapter 6:    Potential Risks from  Contaminated Water
Chapter 7:    Predicting Health Risks to Children
Chapter 8:    Protecting Children Worldwide
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Abstract:
                       Chapter 9:    Environmental Education Related to Children's Health
                       Chapter 10:   Enhanced Community Right-To-Know
                       Chapter 11:   Children's Health Resources

                       This report, which was developed by EPA's Office of Children's Health
                       Protection, is designed to be a resource guide of EPA activities for the
                       public and a tool for U.S. EPA to use in protecting children's health from
                       environmental hazards. Each chapter outlines EPA's efforts to address
                       potential environmental  health threats. The brief descriptions of EPA
                       projects include contacts for more information. The final section directs
                       readers to additional EPA resources.
YOUR CHILD AND THE ENVIRONMENT: GUIDELINES FOR
PARENTS

Developer/Publisher:     American Academy of Pediatrics
Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Web Site:


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Target Audience:

Content:

Abstract:
                       1996

                       American Academy of Pediatrics
                       Division of Publications
                       141 Northwest Point Blvd.
                       P.O. Box 927
                       Elk Grove Village, IL 60009-0927

                       American Academy of Pediatrics Home Page:
                       http://www.aap.org/

                       $24.95 per 100 copies (members)
                       $29.95 per 100 copies (non-members)

                       18-Panel Brochure

                       Parents

                       Guidelines for protecting children from environmental hazards.

                       This brochure includes  information on environmental hazards that pose
                       risks to children. It includes information on hazards in the home,
                       including environmental tobacco smoke, carbon monoxide, radon,
                       household products,  and molds. It also discusses on-thejob hazards that
                       are brought into the home, such as lead, chemicals, and fumes, from the
                       workplace. Other issues discussed include asbestos, pesticides, drinking
                       water, the sun, outdoor air pollution, lawn fertilizers, and art supplies.
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HOME*A *SYST: AN ENVIRONMENTAL RISK-ASSESSMENT GUIDE
FOR THE HOME
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Content:
Abstract:
            National Home*A*Syst Program

            April 1997

            National Home-A-Syst Program
            B142 Steenbock Library
            550 Babock Dr.
            Madison, Wl 53583-1293
            Phone: (608) 265-8545
            Fax: (608) 265-2775
            E-mail: homeasyst@macc.wisc.edu

            National Home-A-Syst and Farm-A-Syst Program Home Page:
            http://www.wisc.edu/farmasyst/

            Online Order Form:
            http://www.wisc.edu/farmasyst/update/online.html

            $11.00

            An Environmental Risk-Assessment Guide For The Home.

            Residents of rural and suburban homes
               116-page program guidebook
               Home*A*Syst Check List
               Home*A*Syst Program Fact Sheet
               Video on the National Farm*A*Syst and Home*A*Syst Programs
               Newsletter about the Farm*A*Syst and Home*A*Syst programs
Home*A*Syst is a confidential, self-assessment program to be used by residents to
evaluate homes and properties for pollution and health risks. The guidebook is for
residents who care about their health and the environment and are willing to take
steps to improve how they manage their homes. It includes 11 chapters that cover
topics that every resident or homeowner should understand to improve their homes.

The Farm*A*Syst program is a voluntary state program designed to educate farmers on
how their activities, storage structures, and well design may affect the quality of their
drinking water.  It  has been expanded to assess pollution risks for all farm and ranch
activities, and for non-farm homes.
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THE HEALTHY HOME HANDBOOK
Developer/Publisher:

Date Developed:

Contact Information:

Web Site:
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Tool Type/Purpose:

Target Audience:

Content:
John Warde, Times Books, New York, NY

March 1997

(See Web Site section)

Randomhouse's Home Page:
http://www.randomhouse.com

Online Order Form with specific information about this book:
http://www.randomhouse.com/catalog/display.cgi70812921518

$17.00

Book that answers questions about harmful household substances.

Concerned home owners

388 pages, including an introduction, illustrations, 13 chapters, 28 pages
on "Where to Find Help," and a 27-page index.
Abstract:   In "The Healthy Home Handbook," John Warde, former home-improvement columnist
           for The New York Times, answers the most frequently asked questions about asbestos,
           lead, radon, formaldehyde, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The book is
           divided into three parts:

           1)        Parti:  Controlling Indoor Pollutants
           2)        Part II: Minimizing Safety Hazards
           3)        Appendices on Electromagnetic Fields, Seasonal Affective Disorder,
                    Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, Where to Find Help, and an Index

           The aim of this book is to provide straightforward, practical instructions for eliminating
           household pollutants, poisons, and safety hazards, while at the same time presenting
           the most accurate and thorough information currently available on these subjects.
RAISING CHILDREN Toxic FREE
Developer/Publisher:
Date Developed:
Herbert L. Needleman, M.D., and Philip J. Landrigan,
Farrar, Straus, and Giroux, New York

1994
I.D.
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Contact Information:
Web Site:
Cost Information:
Publisher:
Farrar, Straus, and Giroux
19 Union Square West
New York, NY 10003

Order on the Internet through Amazon.com (See Internet Address
below).

Amazon.corn's Home Page:
http://www.amazon.com

Information about this book with a link to an online order form:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0374246432/002-9303108-
2209041

List price $20.00 Amazon's price: $14.00
Tool Type/Purpose:      Book with information about how to protect children from
                      environmental health hazards.

Target Audience:        General Public, especially Parents and Day-Care Providers

Content:               259-page book that discusses environmental threats to children.

Abstract:   Two experts on environmental diseases offer the first guide for parents and physicians
          on how to realistically control the threat to children's health from pollution. Topics
          covered include: reproduction; behavior, development, and environmental
          neurotoxins; cancer; and the most common environmental toxins, such as lead,
          mercury, asbestos, and pesticides.
HEALTHY HOMES, HEALTHY KIDS: PROTECTING YOUR
CHILDREN FROM EVERYDAY ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
Developer/Publisher:


Date Developed:

Contact Information:
Joyce M. Shoemaker, Ph.D., and Charity Y. Vitale, Ph.D.
Island Press, Washington, DC, and Covelo, CA

1991

Island Press, Suite 300
1718 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, D.C. 20009

Order over the Internet through Open Group Publishing (See Web Site
below)
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Web Site:
Open Group Publishing Home Page:
http://www.openpublishing.com/

Information about this book with a link to an online order form:
http://www.opengroup.eom/open/fabooks/155/1559630566.shtml

$12.95

Book to educate people about environmental hazards and the options
for dealing with them.

Concerned homeowners and parents

221-page book with the following chapters:
1)  Part I. The  Healthy Playroom
2)  Part 2. The Healthy Yard
3)  Part 3. The Healthy Meal
4)  Part 4. The Healthy Nap
5)  Part 5. The Healthy Cleanup
6)  Appendix:  EPA Regional Offices
7)  Selected Bibliography
8)  Index
Abstract:  This book serves as a guide to parents for safeguarding their homes from
          environmental hazards. It discusses environmental issues, such as radon, asbestos,
          pesticides, lead paint, household cleaners,  and food additives.
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OUR CHILDREN AT RISK: THE 5 WORST ENVIRONMENTAL
THREATS TO THEIR HEALTH
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National Resources Defense Council

November 1997

NRDC Publications Dept.
40 West 20th St.
New York, NY

NRDC Home Page:
http://www.nrdc.org/

Available for viewing or ordering online at:
http://www.nrdc.org/nrdcpro/fppubl.html

$14.00 +$3.50 shipping and handling

Book summarizing adverse health conditions caused by five of the worst
environmental threats to children.
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Content:
Abstract:
             General Public, especially Parents and Day-Care Providers
             124-page book that discusses the following issues:
                Children's Special Vulnerability to Environmental Risks
                Lead
                Air Pollution
                Pesticides
                Environmental Tobacco Smoke
                Drinking Water Contamination
                Important Next Steps to Protect Children's Environmental Health
This report identifies the five worst environmental threats to children's health and
makes recommendations to protect the next generation. These five threats are: lead, air
pollution, pesticides, environmental tobacco smoke, and drinking water
contamination. Scientific research strongly indicates that children are at greater risk
from these exposures than adults and that these threats affect the broadest number of
children in the United States.
EPA STRATEGIC PLAN
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             U.S. EPA

             September 1997
             U.S. EPA/NCEPI
             P.O. Box42419
             Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419
             Phone: (800)490-9198
             International, local and government employees: (513) 489-8190
             Fax: (513)489-8695
             E-mail: ncepi.mail@epamail.epa.gov
             (Refer to publication number: EPA 190-R-97-002)

             Ordering Information:
             http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/Catalog/EPA190R97002.html

             Full-version of the document from the National Environmental
             Publications Information Web Site (search for 190R97002):
             http://www.epa.gov/ncepihom/nepishom/srch.htm
             Free
             Strategic plan acting as a blueprint for taking EPA into the 21st Century
             and achieving critical human health and environmental protection for
             the American people over the next five years.

             General Public and Scientific Community
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Content:
                       108-page strategic plan that includes:
Abstract:
                       1)  Introduction: Preparing for a New Era of Environmental Protection
                       2)  EPA's Mission, Goals and Principles
                       3)  Agency Approaches to Achieving Our Goals
                       4)  Benefits and Costs of EPA's Activities
                       5)  New Ways of Achieving Our Overall Mission: Key Cross-Agency
                          Programs
                       6)  Assessing Our Results
                       7)  Appendices
                          A)      How the Strategic Plan Connects to Other Agency
                                 Documents
                          B)      Consultation and External Stakeholder Input into the EPA
                                 Strategic Plan

          This EPA Strategic Plan charts the Agency's course for protecting human health and the
          environment now and into the 21st century.
No KIDDING AROUND: AMERICA rs YOUNG ACTIVISTS ARE
CHANGING OUR WORLD AND You CAN Too
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                                                                             \7
                      Wendy Schaetzel Lesko, Activism 2000 Project

                      1992

                      Published by:
                      Information USA, Inc.
                      P.O. Box E
                      Kensington, MD 20895
                      (301)942-6303

                      To order, call (800) KID-POWER

                      Information not available

                      $18.95 plus $4.00 shipping and handling

                      A 260-page book designed to guide young people in efforts to be active
                      on issues that trouble them.

                      Anyone interested in how youth-sponsored activities are changing our
                      world

                      Information on launching  a campaign by collecting information, inviting
                      support, developing solutions and choosing a course of action.  Provides
                      case histories and contact lists including state legislatures and
                      congressional committees.

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Abstract:   The author is the founder of Activism 2000, a clearinghouse founded to promote the
           political participation of young people. The book covers a variety of tips, resources,
           and strategies for making changes through public and political action. It provides step-
           by-step guidance for getting results from an idea or concern. It is presented in an easy
           to follow,  user-friendly format and provides extensive information on ways to gather
           more information from key contacts.
SOFTWARE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
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U.S. EPA and Purdue University

February 1998

The Farm Building Plan Service
Purdue University
1146 ABE Building
West Lafayette, IN 47907-1146
Phone: (765)494-1173
Fax: (765)494-1356
E-Mail: fbps@ecn.purdue.edu

Karen Reshkin
U.S. EPA Region 5
77 West Jackson (P-19J)
Chicago, IL  60604-3590
Phone: (312)353-6353

U.S. EPA Region 5 SEAHOME Web Site:
http://www.epa.gov/seahome/

Registered CD-ROM versions of all programs from Purdue University:
$25.00

Copies of individual programs copied by EPA onto diskettes: Free

Individual downloadable programs from the SEAHOME Web site: Free

Smaller programs available from America Online: Free

Environmental software programs that include Spanish translations and
address a variety of environmental issues.

Anyone interested in high-quality, relevant environmental information
presented in a convenient format.

Computer programs that cover the following topics:
!   Household Waste Management
!   Mercury in Medical Facilities
!   Environmental Assessment Case Study
!   Environmental Assessment
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                           Air & Atmosphere
                           Public Health
                           Water Conservation
                           Wetlands
                           Water Education
                           Drinking Water
                           Waste Water Treatment
                           Farmstead Risk Assessment
                           Agriculture

Abstract:   Since 1988, U.S. EPA Region 5 and Purdue University have worked together to
           develop environmental software programs that make complex environmental subjects
           clear and understandable and learning enjoyable. These computer aided instruction
           programs include Spanish translations and address a variety of environmental issues.

           Program development initially focused on water-related topics, later growing to
           include new subjects such as solid waste, air pollution, and environmental assessment.
           As demand for the programs increased, the Region 5 staff realized that people from all
           over the world needed high-quality, relevant environmental information presented in a
           convenient format. In 1991, a demonstration was made to the U.S. Information
           Agency's (USIA) Environmental Coordinator. A cooperative effort between the State
           Department and U.S. EPA resulted,  making a set of the EPA/Purdue programs available
           to all USIA libraries, posts, and embassies. More than 65  USIA sites requested
           complete sets, and by September 1992, the software  programs had been distributed to
           almost 900 organizations in all  50 states and 71 foreign countries. Distribution of the
           software continues to expand, thanks to a variety of distribution mechanisms,
           including diskette, CD-ROM, a web site, computer bulletin board systems, and
           America Online.
RESOURCES FOR SCHOOLS
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U.S. EPA Region 5

March 12, 1998

U.S. EPA Region 5 Indoor Air Coordinator
Phone: (312)353-2205

U.S. EPA Region 5's Web Site Dedicated to Air Issues:
http://www.epa.gov/ARD-R5/

Information not available

Resource list

School Teachers and Librarians
Listing of EPA resources that cover the following topics: indoor air
quality; asbestos; lead; pesticides; radon; cleaning; other indoor
environmental concerns; asthma; school-related reports; environmental
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                      educational beneficial landscaping; Energy Star/Green Lights Program;
                      and Cooperative Partners.
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HEALTHY STEPS: CHILD HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT RECORD
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Healthy Steps for Young Children Program with support
from Boston University School of Medicine, ICF Kaiser, The
Commonwealth Fund, and Roy Alexander.

1996

The Commonwealth Fund
One East 75th Street
New York, NY 10021-2692
Phone: (212)535-0400
Fax: (212)606-3500
E-Mail: mm@cmwf.org

Healthy Steps Program Home Page:
http://www.healthysteps.org/

The Commonwealth Fund Web Site:
http://www.cmwf.org

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Child Health and Development Recordkeeping Book.

Parents
This record keeping book includes the following information and charts:
   Introduction
   Table of Contents
   Identification page for your child
   Child's Family Medical History
   Appointments with your Healthy Steps Practice
   The Birth and Your New Baby
   Keeping Your Child Healthy: Immunizations
   Home Visits
   Your Newborn's First Home Visit
   Newborn through 5-Year Old Medical Check-up Record Charts
   Your Growing Child
   Growth Charts
   Vitamins, Fluoride Supplements and Your Baby's First Foods
   Feeding Your Baby
   Baby's Food Record
   Your Child's Teeth
   Stepping Stones
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                       !   Your Child's Illness, Allergy, and Accident Record
                       !   Important Phone Numbers

Abstract:  The Healthy Steps Child  Health and Development Recordkeeping Book serves as a
          permanent record of growth and development, immunizations, serious illnesses, and
          accidents through age 18, and as a vehicle for regular communication between  parents
          and the Healthy Steps team. Parents are asked to maintain the book and bring it to
          each physician visit, regularly writing responses to questions in the book about  their
          child's specific attributes, milestones and activities. The book is an innovation. It goes
          beyond the immunization and weight record that pediatricians have traditionally
          offered to parents. It also provides safety tips and child-rearing insights.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEAL TH CENTER 's ENVIRONMINUTES KID 's
CORNER
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National Safety Council's Environmental Health Center

February 20, 1998

Environmental Health Center
A Division of the National Safety Council
1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 293-2270 or (800) 557-2366
Fax: (202) 293-0032

Environmental Health Center's EnvironMinutes Kid's Corner Web Site:
http://www.nsc.org/ehc/children.htm

Available for free at the web site listed above

Web Site dedicated to teaching environmental safety and health issues.

Children

Web Site with links to games and children's activities available on the
Internet.
Abstract:   (See Content section)
WHAT TO DO ABOUT HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL EMERGENCIES
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Philadelphia Local Emergency Planning Committee

Information not available

Philadelphia Local Emergency Planning Committee

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c/o Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management
Fire Administration Building
240 Spring Garden Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Phone: (215)686-1141

Information not available

Information not available

Four-fold brochure describing Philadelphia's Local Emergency Planning
Committee's guidelines for citizens in the event of a hazardous
chemical emergency.

Residents living in Philadelphia

(See Tool Type/Purpose section)
          This brochure describes two actions citizens may be asked to take if a hazardous
          chemical emergency occurs in their community: shelter in place or evacuate. It also
          includes phone numbers to contact during an emergency and who to contact to report
          illegal or suspicious handling of hazardous chemicals.
NATIONAL HEART, LUNG, AND BLOOD INSTITUTE
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS CATALOG FOR PROFESSIONALS
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National Institutes of Health

October 1997

NHLBI  Information Center
P.O. Box30105
Bethesda, MD 20824-0105
(301)251-1222
(Refer to NIH publication number: 97-3085)

NIH Home Page:
http://www.nih.gov/

Some publications in the catalog can be viewed or downloaded from:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/nhlbi/nhlbi.htm/

Information not available

40-page catalog in booklet form containing information on publications,
posters, and other educational materials available from the National
Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute for health professionals, the public, and
patients.
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Target Audience:         Health Professionals and the General Public

Content:                 The catalog contains patient education booklets, professional education
                         materials, clinical practice guidelines, elementary school materials,
                         health education program ideas and kits, fact sheets and IQ quizzes for
                         general  interest, materials in Spanish and English, and materials for
                         African Americans.  Publications for professionals, the general public,
                         and patients are separated in the catalog.

Abstract:    (See Content section)
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INDEX	

air quality  	5, 1, 3-5, 7, 8, 11, 82, 123, 124, 127-131, 134-144, 159-163, 192
allergies	  102, 107, 108, 121, 126
asthma	5, 3, 11, 107-114, 121, 126, 132, 144, 159-161, 163, 183, 192
ATSDR	  25, 69, 71, 72, 76, 116
bacteria	99, 101
cancer	5, 16, 19, 53, 105, 115, 116, 140, 172, 183, 186
carbon monoxide	  5, 128, 130, 140, 158, 159, 163, 184
CBEP	87, 88
Department of Health and Human Services  	84, 154
drinking water	24, 44, 67, 68, 79,82,86, 137,  164, 165, 167, 170, 173, 175, 176, 180, 181,
                                                                    184, 185, 188, 191
education	5, 7-9, 25, 28-30, 35, 38, 51-53, 58, 67, 68, 77, 82, 85, 86, 88, 89, 94-97, 99, 100,
                             104-106,  110, 111, 114, 117, 120, 121, 132, 134-136, 148, 159-
                                                   161, 165-171, 176-178, 183, 191, 195
environmental justice	  73, 78, 159-161
EPA   1, 3, 1, 5, 7-24, 34-41, 45-48, 50, 54-56, 59-63, 67, 73-76, 81, 87, 88, 91-99, 103, 118, 123-
                              125, 127-131, 134, 136, 137, 139, 140, 142-153, 157-159, 161,
                                       162, 166-168, 172, 173, 175, 176, 178-183, 187-192
FDA	101, 154, 155
fish  	29, 178
food	5, 35, 47, 53, 57, 65, 99-104, 155, 187, 193
Foreign Language
   Chinese	35, 67
   French	180
   Haitian Creole 	35, 66, 67
   Hmong  	29
   Khmer 	35
   Laotian	29
   Polish	35
   Portuguese	35
   Russian  	35
   Spanish  	  2, 7, 29, 30, 33, 35, 42, 47, 63, 66, 67, 72, 73, 78, 82, 100,
                             106-108, 112, 119,  123, 149, 151, 157, 159, 166, 177, 180, 191,
                                                                                 195
   Vietnamese  	35
groundwater	   169-174, 178, 181
health  .  1, 3, 5, 2-6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19-21, 23-32, 36, 37, 39-43, 45, 51-53,  57, 58, 60, 61, 66-
                            69, 72-74,  76, 78, 81-86, 88-92, 99, 102-107, 110, 111, 113, 114,
                              116-123, 125-132, 134, 135, 138-144, 149, 150, 153, 154, 156,
                                           158, 159, 162-164, 182, 183, 185-189, 191-195
home . 2-8, 16, 22-24,  26-31, 34-36, 38-45, 47, 50-54, 56-59, 61-72, 78, 80-82, 85, 86,  88-90, 92,
                             93, 95, 97,  99-106, 111-114, 116, 117, 119-130, 132, 134, 139,
                             141, 144, 145, 151, 152, 154, 155, 157-165, 174, 183-188, 192,
                                                                             193, 195
hospitals  	138, 139, 159
HUD	22, 23
indoor air quality	 5, 82, 123, 124, 127-131, 134-144, 159-163, 192
lead  .  5, 22-46, 62, 63, 67, 68, 76, 78, 82, 99, 121,  122, 124, 127, 128, 130, 132, 137, 163, 173,
                                                                         184-188, 192
mercury	  67,  68, 75, 76, 186, 191

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pesticides ... 5, 9, 34, 39, 41, 46-48, 50-68, 73, 82, 101, 103, 115, 124, 130, 136, 137, 163, 183,
                                                                     184, 186-188, 192
pollution prevention	9, 80, 177
public health  	3, 27, 28, 30, 36, 43, 69, 92, 110, 114, 128, 134, 150, 154, 191
radiation 	  5, 11, 13,  18, 19, 21, 162
radon	5, 80-82, 122, 124, 127-130, 137, 144-154, 158, 159, 163, 184, 185, 187, 192
solid waste	25,  79, 80, 82, 191
teaching materials  . 3, 4, 9, 10, 15, 31, 33, 35, 36, 44, 65, 66, 74, 78, 85, 93, 104, 109, 119, 132,
                                               162, 166-168, 171, 177, 178, 180, 181, 191
tobacco	  5, 82, 89, 124, 130, 154-160, 163, 184, 188
USDA  	100, 101, 127
USGS  	165
water .  5, 2, 9, 24, 32, 35, 36, 43, 44, 48, 61, 67, 68, 79, 80, 82, 86, 94, 101, 137, 151, 164-171,
                                                            173-178,  180-185, 188, 191
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