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Black Family Research: Records of Post-Civil War Federal Agencies at the National Archives. Fill in the gaps in your family’s history--learn how to access information on marriages, births, deaths, occupations, places of residence, and other family-related matters in the post-Civil War era. 23 pp.

Catch the Spirit: A Student's Guide to Community Service. Ideas and information on how young people can help make their community a better place. 15 pp.

Citizens' Preparedness Guide. This helpful guide explains simple, but vital, steps you should take to prepare and protect yourself and your family in a variety of different places and circumstances. 26 pp.

Ear Infections and Language Development. Learn about symptoms and treatments, as well as signs of possible hearing damage. Track your child’s progress with the language development worksheet. 11 pp.

Fun Play, Safe Play. Discover the importance of play in your child’s learning and development. Suggests toys for different ages. 17 pp.

Got a Sick Kid?. Follow these tips whenever giving medication, and use the recommended vaccine schedule to protect against 12 major childhood diseases. 12 pp.

Handbook on Child Support Enforcement. A "how to" guide for getting the payments owed to you and your children. Lists state and federal offices to contact for more information. 61 pp.

Helping Children Cope With Disaster. Environmental disasters can be overwhelming for children. Includes common reactions by age group, useful tips on what to expect, and how to help your child adjust. 4 pp.

Helping Your Overweight Child (graphic only). If you are the parent of an overweight child, or are concerned about your child's eating habits, this guide can help put your family on the path to good nutrition and health. 15 pp. Taking care of your child's bones now can protect against later fractures and possible osteoporosis. Learn about the factors that may affect the health of your child's bones. 11 pp.

My History Is America's History. This 17" x 22" poster has easy ideas for discovering and preserving your family's history, with useful tips on recording family stories.

Summertime Favorites. Illustrated poster lists nearly 300 books published before 1960 for children of all ages. Divided into grade groups of Kindergarten-Grade 3, Grades 4-6, Grades 7-8, and Grades 9-12. 1 pp.

Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit (graphic only). Lists kinds of food, first aid supplies, tools, and other items you should stock for an emergency. 4 pp.

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