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Toward Hazardless Waste: A Guide for Safe Use and Disposal of Hazardous Household Products.

Toteff, Sally; Zehner, Cheri – 1985

This guide is designed to help individuals make responsible decisions about safe use and disposal of household products. It consists of eight sections dealing with: (1) hazardous chemicals in the home, how hazaradous products become hazardous waste, and whether a hazardous waste problem exists in Puget Sound; (2) which household wastes are…

Descriptors: Chemistry, Consumer Science, Environmental Education, Hazardous Materials

Are Pesticides Taking Away the Ability of Our Children to Learn?

O'Brien, Mary – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991

The effects of neurotoxins on the development of the central and peripheral nervous systems are discussed. Organophosphates, carbamates, organic solvents, and dioxin are highlighted. The effects of long- and short-term exposure are described. (CW)

Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Educational Facilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education

An End to Methyl Bromide Booby Traps in Dade County, Florida Schools.

Benson, Edmund F. – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991

The background and development of the integrated pest management program in the Dade County, Florida, Schools is discussed. The activities of this IPM program are described. (CW)

Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education

A Pesticide-free School for a Chemically Sensitive Family in Boise, Idaho.

Bennett, Mary Ellen – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991

The efforts of one family to change the pesticide policy of their school district are described. Stressed is the need to educate teachers, physicians, and students. (CW)

Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education

Adopting Integrated Pest Management in Schools.

Currie, William E. – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991

The development of an effective Integrated Pest Management program is discussed. Provided are the common goals and procedures involved in adopting an Integrated Pest Management program for schools. (CW)

Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education

SPUR: Moving San Diego, California Schools toward Integrated Pest Management.

Taylor, Sharon – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991

The preparation of a report, slide show, and brochure to promote awareness of the hazards of toxic pest control for school pest management personnel in the San Diego Unified School District is discussed. The future plans of the coalition are proposed. (CW)

Descriptors: Educational Environment, Educational Facilities, Educational Planning, Elementary Secondary Education

Circle of Change: Oak Park, Illinois, Schools Reduce Pesticide Use.

Mullarkey, Barbara – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991

A 2-year involvement to change the pesticide policy of the Oak Park, Illinois, schools is described. The new policy is discussed. (CW)

Descriptors: Educational Facilities, Educational Planning, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education

Save It! A Practical Family Kit on Saving Resources, Saving Money, and...Saving the Environment.

Environment Canada, Edmonton (Alberta). Public Affairs. – 1984

Suggestions and practical advice are offered for all members of a family in this guide on environmental stewardship. This publication contains information on a variety of home and work related environmental concerns. The environmental consequences of daily activities are discussed and specific recommendations are offered for saving energy,…

Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Elementary Secondary Education, Energy, Energy Conservation

From Spray Tanks to Caulk Guns: Successful School IPM in Montgomery County, Maryland.

Forbes, William – Journal of Pesticide Reform, 1991

Described is the successful development of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program in a school system in Maryland. The importance of training both staff and the community are stressed. (CW)

Descriptors: Community Education, Educational Environment, Educational Facilities, Elementary Secondary Education

Water Quality Instructional Resources Information System (IRIS). A Compilation of Abstracts to Water Quality and Water Resources Materials. Supplement XVI.

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Ohio State Univ., Columbus, OH. Information Reference Center for Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Education. – 1983

Compiled are abstracts and indexes to selected print and non-print materials related to wastewater treatment and water quality education and instruction, as well as materials related to pesticides, hazardous wastes, and public participation. Sources of abstracted/indexed materials include all levels of government, private concerns, and educational…

Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Citizen Participation, Environmental Education, Indexes

Water Quality Instructional Resources Information System (IRIS): A Compilation of Abstracts to Water Quality and Water Resources Materials. Includes May 1979 edition and Supplements 1-15.

Ohio State Univ., Columbus, OH. Information Reference Center for Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Education. – 1984

Compiled are abstracts and indexes to selected print and non-print materials related to wastewater treatment and water quality education and instruction, as well as materials related to pesticides, hazardous wastes, and public participation. Sources of abstracts/indexed materials include all levels of government, private concerns, and educational…