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National Council Against Health Fraud

For Students 9th - 10th
Visit this site and become an informed consumer of healthcare products because "quackery is everywhere."
Lesson Plan
Social Science Education Consortium

Performance of National Economy: How Do We Measure the Economy's Health? [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This investigation helps students clarify economic performance measures. These include: percentage changes in the Gross Domestic Product or the Consumer Price Index, how the labor force is measured, the meaning of employment and...
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Digital History

Digital History: Ralph Nader and the Consumer Movement

For Students 9th - 10th
This well-written article by Digital History details the activism of Ralph Nader, and includes much information about the consumer protection movement.
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Story of Stuff Project: The Story of Cosmetics

For Students 9th - 10th
Video addressees living in a materials economy, specifically how everyday cosmetic products contain dangerous toxins. Learn about the health impacts of these chemicals and how you can take action to help solve this problem. [7:00]
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Clean Air Markets Program

For Students 9th - 10th
Market-based regulatory programs designed by the EPA, with information for consumers and industry cap-and-trade policies, Clean Air Act, and other government-sponsored efforts to reduce air pollution.
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Nrdc: 9 Ways to Avoid Hormone Disrupting Chemicals

For Students 9th - 10th
Endocrine disruptors are in a wide range of consumer products. This article lists tips for how to protect yourself from this health hazard.
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Government of Canada

Responsible Pesticide Use

For Students 9th - 10th
This site promotes responsible pesticide use in the home and the outside environment.