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Featured Consumer Guides and Resources: Education

Choosing a School for Your Child. Explains the public and private school options available in many communities. Outlines steps to follow and provides questions to ask if you are not satisfied with your child's education. 39 pp.
Educational Poster on Water Pollution (graphic only). This 17" x 11" poster explains where our drinking water comes from, potential threats to the safety of our water, and what is being done to protect it.
Financial Planning for College. Strategies to help you plan for tuition and fees, along with helpful charts for estimating future costs. 10 pp.
GED Information Bulletin. Explains the content of the GED Tests, how to prepare for them, and how to get more information. 16 pp.
Interactive Guide to Protecting America's Drinking Water. This CD-ROM shows how our drinking water resources are under siege from nature and our activities at home, work, and play. Gives tips for conserving water, using pesticides wisely, and recycling water for further use.
Smart Saving for College--Better Buy Degrees. Provides information to help you save and invest wisely for college. Explains 529 Plans, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts, Savings Bonds, and more. 23 pp.
Walk on the Wild Side: Explore Your Public Lands Activity Book (graphic only). Go wild with fun activities designed to help children in grades 3-5 learn more about the fish, wildlife, and plants that inhabit America’s public lands. 37 pp.