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America's Children: Key National Indicators of Well-Being, 2017
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Federal Interagency Forum on Child and Family Statistics, 2017
This report is a compendium of indicators about our Nation's young people. The report, the 20th produced by the Forum, presents 41 key indicators on important aspects of children's lives. These indicators are drawn from the most reliable Federal statistics, are easily understood by broad audiences, are objectively based on substantial research,…
Descriptors: Well Being, Child Health, Family Environment, Social Environment
The Nontoxic Home. Protecting Yourself and Your Family from Everyday Toxics and Health Hazards.
Dadd, Debra Lynn – 1986
The document maintains that the world is filled with health hazards and the best a person can do is to assess the danger of individual products, learn the risks, weigh the risks against the benefits, and decide whether or not to personally take these risks or to subject family members to them. This perspective begins in the home. This book…
Descriptors: Asbestos, Environmental Education, Family Environment, Hazardous Materials
Hidden Hazards of Radon: Scanning the Country for Problem Locations.
Gundersen, Linda C. S. – Earth, 1992
Describes the geology of the radon problem in the United States and suggests how homeowners can cope with the radio active gas. Vignettes illustrate how and where radon is produced beneath the earth's surface, testing sites and procedures for radon in houses, and locations for potential radon problems across the United States. (MCO)
Descriptors: Ecological Factors, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences, Geology
Toxic Substances in the Environment. Second Edition.
Kendall, Ronald J. – 1983
Modern society is very dependent upon numerous chemical substances. Chemicals have a wide variety of uses, including drugs to prolong our lives and pesticides to control insect and weed pests. Life would be drastically different without the availability of these chemical substances but, while the benefits of chemicals should be appreciated, the…
Descriptors: Agricultural Supplies, Conservation (Environment), Ecology, Environmental Education
[Environmental Risks to Infants and Children.]
Pawl, Jeree, Ed. – Zero to Three, 1991
This theme issue addresses environmental risks to infants and young children. Articles have the following titles and authors: "Lead Exposure: The Commonest Environmental Disease of Childhood" (Herbert L. Needleman); "Research in Process: A Comparison of Lead Screening Methods in Young Children" (Catherine S. Rude and David…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Diseases, Environmental Influences, Hazardous Materials
The Healthy Screenprinter.
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Paul, Kenneth – School Arts, 1989
Points out the hazards related to the traditional silkscreening process due to the solvents and other chemicals used. Recounts the author's experience with a safer method of silkscreening using water-based materials. Describes materials needed, points out benefits related to a healthier learning environment, and explains working differences. (LS)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Art Education, Art Materials, Art Products
America's Children: Key National Indicators of Well-Being, 2011
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Cook, Traci; Blachman, Dara; Dye, Jane; Macartney, Suzanne; Lukacs, Susan; Howie, LaJeana; Kena, Grace; Sonnenberg, William; Axelrad, Daniel; Steffen, Barry; Truman, Jennifer; Cotto, Jessica; Jekielek, Susan; Mueggenborg, Mary; Coleman-Jensen, Alisha; Denton, Stephanie; Avenevoli, Shelli; Singleton, James; Knighton, Cindi; Han, Beth; O'Connell, Kellie; Guenther, Patricia; Hiza, Hazel; Kuczynski, Kevin; Koegel, Kristin; Radel, Laura – Federal Interagency Forum on Child and Family Statistics, 2011
"America's Children: Key National Indicators of Well-Being, 2011" is a compendium of indicators depicting both the promises and the challenges confronting our Nation's young people. The report, the 15th in an ongoing series, presents 41 key indicators on important aspects of children's lives. These indicators are drawn from the most…
Descriptors: Adoption, Social Indicators, Social Environment, Physical Environment
Water-based Screenprinting.
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Kreneck, Lynwood – School Arts, 1989
Outlines the techniques for silkscreening using water-based inks, concentrating on the qualities of water-based printing that differ from oil-based printing. Includes a step-by-step description of the process illustrated with photographs. (LS)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Art Education, Art Materials, Art Products
Societal Responses to Environmental Hazards.
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Cutter, Susan L. – International Social Science Journal, 1996
Examines the increasing hazardousness of places as a consequence of natural disasters, technological failures, and chronic environmental degradation on a global scale. Describes the trends and impacts of environmental hazards, including their frequency, magnitude and damage on both a regional and international scale. (MJP)
Descriptors: Accidents, Ecology, Economic Development, Emergency Programs
Healthy Habitats for Children.
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Wilson, Ruth A. – Early Childhood Education Journal, 1996
Discusses the health-related implications of environmental hazards for children. Argues that low-income, minority communities are disproportionately affected, thus spurring the environmental justice movement which calls for equitable dealing with hazards. Suggests that children are at the greatest physical health risk, and that educators are in a…
Descriptors: Caregiver Role, Child Health, Community Problems, Economically Disadvantaged