Numbered Publications: Family and Consumer Sciences
FCS7-213: Relatives Raising Children: Health and Safety Tips for Younger Children
Carol Gnatuk, Deborah Keys | Apr. 21, 2014 (New)
Raising grandchildren can be challenging and rewarding. Keeping children healthy and safe can be simple, but it does take thought and preparation. This publication provides suggestions and guidelines that may help.
FCS7-211: Media Advertising and its Influence on Children: Educators
Carol Gnatuk | Apr. 17, 2014 (New)
How should educators assist parents and those taking the parenting role to guide young children in using money wisely when so much media advertising swirls all around them? Answering that question is the objective of this publication.
FCS7-210: Media Advertising and Your Child
Carol Gnatuk | Apr. 17, 2014 (New)
As parents, how can we help young children to know the difference between advertising and information? This fact sheet helps parents to answer that question.
FCS3-577: Kosher Foods
Sandra Bastin | Apr. 1, 2014 (New)
Jewish dietary laws maintain certain rules for preparing foods that are not common in modern food preparation. These laws originated from the Torah, the first five books of the Hebrew Scriptures. The following information is an overview of Jewish dietary laws.
FCS2-304: Seams and Seam Finishes
Marjorie Baker, Linda Heaton | Mar. 10, 2014 (Major Revision)
This publication is a guide to sewing various seams and seam finishes. The seam is the basic structural element of a garment or household textile item. Carefully selected and well-constructed seams and seam finishes are important steps in the construction process.
FCS5-460: Savvy Sellers and Bargain Hunters: Basic Guidelines to Yard Sales and Consignment Shops
Jennifer Hunter | Nov. 11, 2013 (New)
This publication provides tips to be a successful seller or bargain hunter to help you maximize profits and savings.
FCS3-573: Hungry for Change: Get More of Nutrients Lacking in the American Diet
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 27, 2013 (New)
Although the U.S. food supply is abundant, many people are experiencing nutritional shortfalls. More than half of all Americans suffer from chronic diseases because of poor food choices.
FCS3-575: Make Healthy Food Choices: Reduce Saturated Fat in Your Diet
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 27, 2013 (New)
What do the fat on meat, the skin of poultry, and the fat you see when you open a container of beef stew have in common? They are all sources of saturated fat that are easy to see. But some sources of saturated fat, such as the fat in whole milk, high-fat cheeses, ice cream and ice cream products, can be more difficult to spot.
FCS3-572: Get Strong Bones with Calcium!
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 10, 2013 (New)
Many Americans do not get the recommended amount of calcium. Adults should consume three cups of milk or milk products a day, but typically consume only three-fourths the recommended amount of calcium-rich foods each day.
FCS4-419: Steps Toward Hiring a Dependable Contractor
Bob Flashman, Renee Setari | Aug. 29, 2013 (New)
When building or repairing your home, the general contractor you hire can be either the biggest help or the biggest source of problems you will encounter. You can learn to protect your interests and avoid financial disaster by becoming an informed consumer.