Heart of Parenting

Donate Your Iphones & Gift Books for kids

2012-02-06T00:56:00.001-05:00

When you donate your device, The I AM Foundation will gift a set of children’s books to a classroom, school or organization.

Read for more details here
http://iamfoundation.wordpress.com/2011/06/23/donate-your-iphone-and-gift-books-to-kids

Hospital Compare Site(s)

2012-01-28T18:41:00.003-05:00

US Dept of Health & Human Services
http://hospitalcompare.hhs.gov/hospital-search.aspx?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1

Why Not the Best, Compare Site
http://whynotthebest.org

Know Your Rights! | Electronic Frontier Foundation

2012-01-19T17:35:00.004-05:00

Your computer, your phone, and your other digital devices hold vast amounts of personal information about you and your family. But how does this work in the real world?...

Read information here
https://www.eff.org/wp/know-your-rights

What You Need to Know for Your 2011 Tax Filing and What’s New for 2012

2012-01-10T11:54:00.002-05:00

by Bonnie Lee, Fox Business

Tax season is here again! While the filing deadline might be a couple of months away, this month you will receive all required third-party reporting documents...Note that the due date for filing this year is April 17. If a tax due date falls on a weekend or a holiday, the next business day becomes the due date.

Read information here
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/what-you-need-to-know-for-your-2011-tax-filing-and-what%E2%80%99s-new-for-2012.html

7 Smart Steps Every New Homeowner Should Take

2012-01-06T13:56:00.001-05:00

by Amy Fontinelle

Turning the key in a lock that no landlord has access to, reading in a hammock in your own backyard and painting your dining room bright red - what could be more exciting than making the leap from renter to first-time homeowner? Getting swept up in all the excitement is a wonderful feeling, but some first-time homeowners lose their heads and make mistakes that can jeopardize everything they've worked so hard to earn.

Read post here
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/7-Smart-Steps-Every-New-investopedia-843490394.html?x=0

38 Money Saving Myths

2011-12-31T14:21:00.001-05:00

Some myths began because people can make money off of them. Others are simply old-wives tales that have been handed down over generations and are based on out-of-date information. From gas additives to "more expensive means better," we've been brainwashed to believe these non-factoids. Well we're busting these inaccuracies right here and now. Read on for 38 money-saving myths that simply aren't true.

Read list here
http://www.freeshipping.org/blog/busted-38-money-saving-myths

8 Everyday Products You Can Use in Original Ways

2011-12-11T14:06:00.001-05:00

by Lyndsie

"...Rather than letting household items go to waste, you should make use of them in any way you can. To get started, check out these everyday products you can use in original ways!"

Read her ideas here
http://allwomenstalk.com/8-everyday-products-you-can-use-in-original-ways

30 Ways to Get Your Kid to Play Outside

2011-11-29T10:00:00.004-05:00

These tips from the National Wildlife Federation's Be Out There campaign will help families get a daily dose of nature—to improve children’s physical, mental and emotional well-being.

Fun Free Things for Kids!

2011-11-17T12:35:00.001-05:00

This is a free downloadable offer!

http://www.freethingsforkids.com

Five Fire Safety Tips for People with Pets (ASPCA)

2011-11-13T14:08:00.000-05:00

"...As part of National Preparedness Month, we suggest you take a minute to pet proof your home against potential fire hazards.."

Read tips here
http://www.aspca.org/Blog/five-fire-safety-tips-for-people-with-pets.aspx

Consumer & Commerce Resources

2011-11-05T14:21:00.000-04:00

Consumer Action
State, County, and City Government Consumer Protection Offices City, county and state consumer protection offices provide consumers with important services. They mediate complaints, conduct investigations, prosecute offenders of consumer laws, license and regulate a variety of professionals, promote strong consumer protection legislation, provide educational materials and advocate in the consumer interest.
http://www.consumeraction.gov

Consumer Complaints
If you every have a bad experience with a company, or you simply want to find out if someone else has had a bad experience with a company.
http://www.complaints.com

Consumer Information Center
http://www.savvyconsumer.org

Consumer World
Links to almost every consumer agency you can think of throughout the world including the Attorney General offices for each state.
http://www.consumerworld.org/pages/agencies.htm

Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer Protection
Consumer Alert (202) 326-3137
Consumer Line (877) FTC-HELP
http://www.ftc.gov/ftc/consumer.htm

FTC Consumer Complaint Dept
http://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov

Free Christain Debt Publications
http://dci-services.com/dbthome.asp?FID=2&Aff=3450&SID=CD14544

United States Consumer Gateway
The U.S. Consumer Gateway -- "consumer.gov" -- is a "one-stop" link to a broad range of federal information resources available online.
http://www.consumer.gov

US Dept of Commerce
http://www.commerce.gov

US Safety Product Commission
http://www.cpsc.gov

Website for Consumers
http://www.measuredup.com

Quick Tips: Protecting Children from Internet Predators

2011-10-15T15:02:00.000-04:00

Predators 101: Rules of Engagement
Copyright 2009, Enough is Enough

THIS is a PDF download.....click here
http://tinyurl.com/ylfxjgg

Parents Bill of Rights (Back to school)

2011-10-08T12:30:00.002-04:00

"....As we begin a new school year, the first thing to remember is that you need not be shy when it comes to advocating for your children. It is your right and your responsibility. You know better than anyone that this is your child’s only chance to experience kindergarten or sixth grade or 12^th grade. You want your child to have the best possible experience in that particular grade despite budget woes, logistical problems, or personnel issues. Here’s a Parents’ Bill of Rights to help you be a better advocate for your children in school."

Read the Bill of Rights here
http://youreducationdoctor.wordpress.com/2011/09/06/beware-of-the-tiger-%E2%80%93-parents%E2%80%99-bill-of-rights

"Female Bullying: A Common Story"

2011-10-01T12:42:00.001-04:00

The Common Story of Female Bullying
by Blair Wagner, CPCC, ACC
© 2010 A Way Through, LLC

Read article here
http://awaythrough.com/blog/relational-aggression/female-bullying-a-common-story

Bullying: A Reason to Homeschool?

2011-09-23T13:42:00.000-04:00

by Laura Brodie, Ph.D.

Published March 24, 2010

Can short-term homeschooling defuse a bullying problem?

Read her blog post here
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/love-in-time-homeschooling/201003/bullying-reason-homeschool

Self Improvement Directory

2011-09-10T17:32:00.000-04:00

Thousands of links, wide variety of topics covered here, worth a look when you have time!

View directory site here
http://www.selfgrowth.com

Top $ Saving Tips - Back to School

2011-09-05T15:41:00.000-04:00

Check out some cool ideas and links on saving money with your back to school needs this year. Enjoy!

http://bargainbriana.com/top-money-saving-tips-for-back-to-school/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+BargainBri+%28BargainBriana%E2%84%A2%29&utm_content=Yahoo!+Mail

6 Things You Should Never Reveal on Facebook

2011-08-17T17:16:00.000-04:00

by Kathy Kristof

"You can certainly enjoy networking and sharing photos, but you should know that sharing some information puts you at risk. What should you never say on Facebook, Twitter or any other social networking site?"

Read article here
http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/110674/6-things-you-should-never-reveal-on-facebook

Hard to Find 800 Numbers

2011-08-08T00:26:00.000-04:00

A to Z list of hard to find numbers for companies and retailers

View list here
http://www.hardtofind800numbers.com

Food Assistance Program - National Information

2011-08-02T15:12:00.000-04:00

No one should go hungry in America. FNS provides children and low-income people access to food, a healthful diet, and nutrition education. We help nearly one in four people. Check out our programs to see if we can help you or your family.

The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), formerly known as the Food and Consumer Service, administers the nutrition assistance programs of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The mission of FNS is to provide children and needy families better access to food and a more healthful diet through its food assistance programs and comprehensive nutrition education efforts.

Main site page here
http://www.fns.usda.gov/fns

En Espanol
http://www.fns.usda.gov/fns/sp-default.htm

View programs here
http://www.fns.usda.gov/fns/help.htm

Apply online by state here
http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/applicant_recipients/apply.htm

Tips: Saving Money When Eating Out

2011-07-14T20:48:00.000-04:00

Posted by Heidi

What are some of your favorite $$-saving tips for eating out without breaking the bank??

I asked our frugal friends on The Frugal Girls Facebook page for some of their favorite tips, and they were loaded with great ideas!

Check out these simple ways to save BIG when eating out -

http://tinyurl.com/5r72plz

Free Guidebook: Chatting with Kids about Being Online

2011-07-11T14:05:00.000-04:00

"The internet offers a world of opportunities, but they can come with certain risks kids. This guide helps parents protect their kids and talk to them about living their lives online."

Comes in HTML or PDF format. Click for more details
http://www.edpubs.gov/Product_Detail.aspx?SearchTerm=ED005021P

Caylee's Law

2011-07-07T12:31:00.000-04:00

Caylee's Law, contact your Senator and Representative: there should be a new federal law created called Caylee's Law that will make it a federal offense for a parent or guardian to not notify law enforcement of a child going missing in a timely manner. Let's keep another case like Caylee Anthony out of the courts.

View information here
http://www.change.org/petitions/create-caylees-law

'Talking Teenage' (Site for Parents/Teens)

2011-07-03T14:27:00.004-04:00

A little info about them:
The concepts behind Talking Teenage are a culmination of hours of professional experience and collegial chatter. From early on in our respective careers we have perceived ourselves as students of adolescent language and behavior. We have listened and learned from the finest of teachers…the hundreds of teens and parents who continue to touch our lives daily.

Check out the hot topics being discussed on their forum -
http://www.talkingteenage.com/discussion-board

10 Fitness Do's and Don'ts

2011-06-22T14:49:00.000-04:00

Recently, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) surveyed 3,000 fitness professionals to identify the most common—and perhaps the most costly—fitness mistakes based on what they see at the gym everyday. Here’s what you need to know so you don’t make those common mistakes and so you can get the most out of your exercise routine while keeping safety first.

Read list here
http://www.active.com/fitness/Articles/10_Fitness_Do_s_and_Don_ts.htm?cmp=11-3232&utm_source=sendible&utm_medium=feed

Agency to Find Missing Children with Twitter (Britain-UK)

2011-06-21T12:59:00.003-04:00

by David Barrett, Home Affairs Correspondent

The head of Britain's new agency for missing children has announced plans to use technology such as Twitter, social networking sites and mobile telephone texting to track down more runaways.

Read article here
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/active/7028314/Agency-to-find-missing-children-with-Twitter.html

Mommy, Does This Make Me Look Fat?

2011-06-19T14:40:00.002-04:00

[A very candid look at how young girls are deeming themselves in today's society and the effects that they are having on them.]

blog post by Christie Mellor

Read post here
http://www.modernmom.com/blogs/christie-mellor/mommy-does-this-make-me-look-fat

Little Steps: 100 Great Tips For Saving Money For Those Just Getting Started

2011-06-16T21:17:00.001-04:00

Posted by Trent

"... Each of these tactics are simple little moves you can make to improve your financial situation. Some of them take just a few minutes, others might take an hour or two, some of them require a bit of regular effort, but they’re all incredibly simple – anyone can do them..."

Read his money saving list here
http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/02/06/little-steps-100-great-tips-for-saving-money-for-those-just-getting-started

The ‘Tween’ Epidemic: Encouraging Kids To Grow Up Too Fast Since 1997

2011-06-06T18:56:00.003-04:00

by Koa Beck

“Tween” may seem like a relatively new term for parents wrestling Miley Cyrus or Justin Bieber dolls from their kids, but the term is actually coming up on a multi-decade reign...The age bracket is a bit murky given that a tween can be any child from five years old to 12 depending on which commercials your watching, making the range quite wide. But the development of a new childhood cohort in the name of product pushing is hardly anything new."

Insightful article, with great information - Read here
http://mommyish.com/childrearing/the-tween-epidemic-encouraging-kids-to-grow-up-too-fast-since-1997

136 Discounts for Seniors

2011-05-21T13:01:00.001-04:00

"...perhaps the biggest bonus of all for frugal seniors like Gift Card Granny is an onslaught of discounts for everything from groceries and clothing to travel and, of course, restaurants. (And no, not just for the early bird special.)"

Read their list of discounts here
http://www.giftcardgranny.com/blog/senior-discounts

The Unlikeable Child: A Likely Target for Bullying

2011-05-14T13:01:00.001-04:00

by Jane Balvanz, MSE, RPT

"...Look back to your early school years and think of the student who didn’t have any friends. What behaviors did she display? Looking back, you may have empathy for her, but as your child self, it was probably hard to see beyond her behaviors. My parents encouraged me to play with the kids who didn’t have friends. I did so at school, but I certainly didn’t invite them to my house to play."

Read article here
http://awaythrough.com/blog/relational-aggression/the-unlikeable-child-a-likely-target-for-bullying

No More Victims (Organization - Sexual Abuse)

2011-05-09T15:40:00.004-04:00

If you are then you've come to the right place. With the help of nomorevictim.com your life is going to change for the better if you heed the advice and apply it on this site.

For more information, please click here http://www.nomorevictim.com

Free Fire & Safety Activity Book

2011-05-02T12:34:00.003-04:00

Let's Have Fun with Fire Safety: Marty & Jett's Activity Book

This activity book provides children with valuable learning tools about fire safety and prevention. Activities include coloring pages, connect the dots, word searches, and escape plan mazes.

Order your free book here
https://www.usfa.dhs.gov/applications/publications/display.cfm?id=663

Clark Howard IMPT Helpful Links

2011-04-23T14:31:00.001-04:00

Page devoted to a wide variety of topics, with loads of helpful links, guides and more!

Click here to view his page
http://www.cnn.com/CNN/Programs/clark.howard

Couponing For a Cause: List of Food Banks & Shelters Accepting Donations

2011-04-20T14:14:00.002-04:00

A great list of places to both find and donate food and help others! With the use of coupons, many people are able to get extra food, even free food (misc items too) for free. Hope that this will be helpful to many, God Bless.

Find states and sites here
http://www.livingrichwithcoupons.com/2011/01/couponing-for-a-cause-list-of-food-banks-shelters-accepting-donations.html

Tips for Printing Coupons

2011-04-11T16:23:00.002-04:00

by Briana Carter

She offers some great tips and insights on how to successfully download and print out coupons!

Read her tips here
http://bargainbriana.com/tips-for-printing-coupons

Free Sample of the Day Site

2011-04-07T11:15:00.001-04:00

Enjoy great finds for free samples from a variety of companies and sites!

Click here to view deals
http://www.allyou.com/coupons-deals/daily-free-samples-00411000069695/?xid=freesamples-092910

Free Pet Safety Pack (ASPCA)

2011-04-04T14:22:00.001-04:00

Help keep your pets safe with a free pet safety pack from the ASPCA! In the event of an emergency, our pet rescue window decal alerts rescue personnel that pets are inside your home.

Fill out form here
http://www.aspca.org/about-us/free-aspca-stuff/free-pet-safety-pack.aspx

3 Things to never say to a debt collector

2011-04-02T12:41:00.000-04:00

by Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

"If harassing calls from debt collectors are keeping you from answering the phone -- or stressing you out -- you're not alone... Before you rush out to hire a lawyer, though, you'll still have to deal with those pesky calls. So here are three things you should never say to a debt collector.."

Read post here
http://www.walletpop.com/2010/08/12/3-things-you-should-never-say-to-a-debt-collector

How the Debt Collectors Find You

2011-03-27T11:58:00.002-04:00

posted by Brent

"Debt collector's area smart group of people. They know if they want to find you so they can collect from you, they are going to need to get creative... While a collection agency has many ways to track you down, here are a few that work really well for them."

Read information here
http://mycreded.com/wordpress_blog/2008/03/02/cc4-how-the-debt-collector-finds-you

7 Things to Always Buy Generic

2011-03-23T13:32:00.002-04:00

by Stacy Johnson

"Save just $5 a day, or $150 a month, for 30 years — earn 10 percent on it — and you'll end up with a nest egg of $342,000. Would that make a difference in your life?... The tricky part is saving that $5 without sacrificing your quality of life. And one of many ways of doing that is to pay for name brands only when name brands make a difference."

Read list of things here
http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/110637/7-things-you-should-always-buy-generic?mod=family-love_money

News & Videos about Bullying -CNN

2011-03-20T14:44:00.001-04:00

Great topics covering all sorts of information Bullying in our society and country.
http://topics.cnn.com/topics/bullying

Domestic Violence/Abuse Survivors Network

2011-03-05T13:51:00.002-05:00

A community for domestic violence survivors, family & friends, advocates, professionals and organizations. A resource and inspiration for victims, families, friends and those dealing with domestic violence in their personal lives. Stay connected in one place for information, support, resources and what the community is doing to raise awareness and prevent abuse.

http://www.couragenetwork.com

15 Ways to Create Healthy Self-Esteem in Your Pre-teens

2011-02-27T12:51:00.001-05:00

"The average pre-teen also craves for more independence. If their self esteem and confidence is healthy, they will make good decisions, choose their friends wisely, and will respect their body, avoiding such activities such as alcohol and drug abuse."

Read this informative post here
http://tinyplanetsblog.com/parents-corner/15-ways-to-create-healthy-self-esteem-in-your-preteens

200 Problem Solving Tips for Health & Home (PDF)

2011-01-30T15:33:00.001-05:00

You will have to download this or save file as it is a PDF. Enjoy!

Get your copy here
http://thehouseholdhelper.com/files/200ProblemSolvingTips.pdf

Cooking Yahoo Groups

2011-01-20T13:05:00.002-05:00

Using Coupons & Saving Money On Groceries - 5 Part Series

2011-01-19T13:01:00.002-05:00

[Courtesy of Cafe Mom member, thank you!]

Using Coupons & Saving Money On Groceries
Part 1: Don't Be a Brand Snob

Part 2: Knowing Your Coupon Policies

Part 3: What If I Have a Problem ?

Part 4: Store Cards

Part 5: Where Do I Find Coupons?

13 Helpful Websites for Students

2011-01-11T12:52:00.009-05:00

Fact Monster - For younger students who are not quite ready to navigate Ref desk, Fact Monster from Information Please is the tool to use. The Reference Desk on this site features a layout that is designed for easy fact-finding and includes time lines and an almanac, atlas, dictionary, and encyclopedia, as well as a Homework Center.
http://www.factmonster.com

Free Translation - Perfect for language studies, this handy website automatically converts text from one language into another, such as English to Simplified Chinese or French to English. You can type and paste up to 10,000 characters (about 1,800 words) into the search window and then select the desired language.
http://www.freetranslation.com

How Stuff Works - Ever wanted to know how stuff works? Simply type a query into the search window or peruse the topics by category.
http://www.howstuffworks.com

Information Literacy - This University of Idaho site is an information literacy primer that will quickly turn any half-hearted or random searcher into a savvy Internet detective. It guides students through a series of modules that teach them how to distinguish different kinds of information on the Internet, search for and select research topics, search databases and other collections, locate and cite sources, and evaluate the sources they find.
http://www.webs.uidaho.edu/info_literacy

Internet History Sourcebook Project - This site, sponsored by Fordham University and edited by Paul Halsall, provides older students with access to a collection of public domain and copy-permitted historical texts for educational use. It includes collections of primary sources in ancient, medieval, and modern history, as well as history of science, women's history, African history, and others.
http://www.fordham.edu/halsall

ipl2 - A merger of the Internet Public Library and the Librarians' Internet Index, this site is a comprehensive source of "information you can trust." Thousands of volunteer library and information science professionals created and maintain the site reference collection sets of links to websites on U. S. presidents, author biographies, museums, research and writing, literary criticism, and many more topics. The Ask an ipl2 Librarian reference service, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, provides individualized help finding authoritative, free online sources for specific topics.
http://www.ipl.org

Math.com - This site provides help in a number of mathematics-related subjects, including basic grade-school math, calculus, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics. Practice exercises are automatically graded and this free site also features a glossary, calculators, homework tips, math games, and lesson plans for teachers.
http://www.math.com

Microsoft Download Center - Consider the Microsoft Download Center your ultimate file repository. It links to tens of thousands of down loadable free or shareware programs. These include updates, utilities, applications, and extras for Windows, Macintosh, and other platforms; Internet tools; security essentials; developer resources; mobile devices; and, of course, computer games.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx

Microsoft Student Experience - This site is the cool place for the technology leaders of the future. It offers student resources, helps students stay connected through its newsletters and technology clubs, and provides a career portal and Students-to-Business program.
http://www.microsoft.com/student/en/us/default.aspx

Novel Guide - The web's answer to those black- and yellow-striped Cliff Notes is Novelguide.com, a reliable and free source for literary analysis of classic and contemporary books such as Mark Twain's Huckleberry Finn and Fyodor Dostoyevsky's Notes from the Underground. The site offers character profiles, metaphor and theme analysis, and author biographies.
http://www.novelguide.com

Ref Desk - Checking facts in Internet sources is one of the key ways to evaluate them, and Refdesk.com, which stands for "reference desk," simplifies this essential step. Since 1995, Refdesk.com has served as a one-click springboard to many of the web's top dictionaries, encyclopedias, calculators, atlases, news headlines, and search engines.
http://www.refdesk.com

Science Made Simple - Elementary and middle school students can get detailed answers to many science questions, read current news articles related to science, get ideas on school projects, and take advantage of unit conversion tables.
http://www.sciencemadesimple.com

Shakespeare Online - This website can be filed in the "where was this when I was a kid?" category. On this aptly named site, visitors can read every play or poem from the world's most celebrated writer and, more importantly, make some sense of his works with free analysis, Old English language translations, and famous quotes.
http://www.shakespeare-online.com

Target's Reading for Books Program

2011-01-07T13:36:00.002-05:00

Reading is a critical step on a child's path to graduation. That's why Target is planning to give $500 million by the end of 2015 to support education and help kids learn to read.

Since 1962, Target has committed 5% of its income to support local communities. Through that continued commitment—and a little help from caring adults like you—we can help children reach their full potential.

Read about this wonderful program here http://reading.target.com/reading-commitment

International Childrens Digital Library

2010-12-24T15:16:00.002-05:00

View through a variety of topics for children here
http://en.childrenslibrary.org

Is Your Teen's Phone a Sexting Tool?

2010-12-12T20:39:00.004-05:00

Courtesy of WE Magazine and the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy

This is a PDF document that has to be downloaded.

View information here
http://www.thenationalcampaign.org/sextech/PDF/SexTech_PressReleaseFIN.pdf

Free Paint, Detergent, Cleaners

2010-11-14T16:05:00.002-05:00

This is a great tool to save money, reuse and recycle unwanted items you might have in your own home! Hope you will a facility in your neck of the woods :)

"Many Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) facilities around the country have product exchange rooms, sometimes called swap rooms or swap shops. These rooms offer safe, unopened HHW items for public consumption, keeping them out of the landfill and letting you save some money."

Read more here
http://earth911.com/news/2010/11/11/where-to-find-free-paint-detergent-cleaner-and-more

The Sneakiest New Shopping Scam (Text Messages)

2010-11-02T20:26:00.002-04:00

By the editors of Shop Smart Magazine

How it works -
"Smishing" is the latest twist on that scam (Phishing) — instead of getting an e-mail, you get a text message. (The word is a combination of "SMS," for short message service, aka text messaging, and "phishing.") You're told to call a toll-free number, which is answered by a bogus interactive voice-response system that tries to fool you into providing your account number and password.

Read more on this newest scam here
http://shopping.yahoo.com/articles/yshoppingarticles/448/the-sneakiest-new-shopping-scams

Free Medical/Dental Clinics (USA)

2010-10-22T13:23:00.001-04:00

Listing Of Free Medical & Dental Clinics All Over The USA
http://www.freemedicalcamps.com/index.php

USA: National Teen Dating Violence Helpline

2010-10-04T16:25:00.005-04:00

Great site for Teens as well as parents, educators, peers! They also have a live chat feature available, along with the toll free 24 hr hotline 1-866-331-9474

Visit the Website for resources, tips, sharing, and more http://www.loveisrespect.org

Allstate Foundation Domestic Violence Program

2010-09-29T14:36:00.011-04:00

About The Allstate Foundation’s Domestic Violence Program

The Allstate Foundation’s Domestic Violence Program was created to help domestic violence survivors overcome economic challenges and lead financially independent lives, free from abuse. Through a partnership with the National Network to End Domestic Violence, the program provides a network of financial resources, including a comprehensive financial empowerment curriculum; funds direct services, including education and job training assistance; and spreads the word on how to empower those touched by domestic and economic abuse. For more information and to find out how to help, visit www.ClickToEmpower.org .

About the Allstate Foundation

Established in 1952, The Allstate Foundation is an independent, charitable organization made possible by subsidiaries of The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL). Allstate and The Allstate Foundation sponsor community initiatives to promote “safe and vital communities;” “tolerance, inclusion, and diversity;”and “economic empowerment.” The Allstate Foundation believes in the financial potential of every individual and in helping America's families achieve their American dream. For additional information, visit www.ClickToEmpower.org .

Click To Empower!

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/clicktoempower

Twitter: http://twitter.com/clicktoempower

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=850B2B37C53F45A9

Footnotes:

(1) Bureau of Justice Statistics Crime Data Brief, Intimate Partner Violence, 1993-2001, February 2003.

(2) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institute of Justice, U.S. Department of Justice. Extent, Nature, and Consequences of Intimate Partner Violence, July 2000.

(3) Murphy Marketing Research, The Allstate Foundation National Poll on Domestic Violence, June 2009.

Free ADT Child Safety Kit

2010-09-28T14:30:00.005-04:00

One child safety kit for every child under 14 years old in each household.

Includes: l fingerprint kit, a magnet, a reflective sticker for kids to wear in the dark, and games!

To get your free kit, you have to fill our form found here
https://www.adt.com/about_adt/adt_in_our_communities/childsafety

Freebies for Good Grades

2010-09-23T12:54:00.003-04:00

Found this beginning of the summer, hope that these are still valid. I know Chucky Cheese used to give you extra tokens for good grades, give them a look over too :) Enjoy!

View list of places here
http://groups.google.com/group/fabuless-savings-browse_thread/thread/4c2af34efa41177e

Is Trading Coupons, Ethical and Legal

2010-09-04T17:10:00.003-04:00

Courtesy of The Coupon Project

WOW! I just came across an EXCELLENT article written by "Coupon Queen" Jill Cataldo entitled "Is trading coupons ever against the law?"

Ever notice how most coupons read "void if copied, transferred, sold, or exchanged?" Jill does a wonderful job of explaining exactly what that means – and what it doesn't. It certainly cleared things up for me! Incidentally, it looks like next week she'll be addressing the question if coupons can be sold.

Read her blog post and thoughts here
http://thecouponproject.com/2010/03/is-trading-coupons-legal-or-ethical.html

Free Child Safety Kit (Polly Klaas Foundation)

2010-07-28T02:11:00.001-04:00

Over 400,000 Kits Delivered to Parents

Our free Child Safety Kit shows you how to teach your children:
* Which strangers to ask for help when no trusted adults are available.
* How to recognize dangerous situations.
* How to respond to those dangerous situations correctly.

Also included in the 24 page Kit is special information on:
* Special no-scare methods for each age group.
* Recording your child's fingerprints in the privacy of your home.
* Sampling and storing your child's DNA in your own home.

Order this free child safety kit here
https://secure.pollyklaasaction.org/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=130

Articles on Variety of Topics

2010-07-26T23:55:00.003-04:00

You will find loads of articles on these topics (some bible/christian based):
- Vision
- Teaching and Training
- Discipline
- Issues
- Inside Our Home
- Teens
- General Resources

View the complete list here
http://www.premeditatedparenting.net/articles.html

Not Enough: What TANF Offers Family Violence Victims

2010-07-15T15:53:00.002-04:00

Research, Report & Data - March 18, 2010
Legal Momentum and the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence [NRCDV]

"...Studies have found that over half of women receiving public assistance are victims of domestic violence. The report examines the effectiveness of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program in assisting victims of family violence. According to the report, TANF is riddled with shortsighted procedures policies that prevent many of these victims from accessing aid."

Download the Free Report (PDF Document) here
http://www.journalismcenter.org/resource/child-sexual-abuse/not-enough-what-tanf-offers-family-violence-victims

Summer Reading Programs & Summer Fun

2010-06-30T15:07:00.003-04:00

Posted by awesomemomdeals
May 4, 2010

A compiled list of tons of activities, reading programs and fun things to do with your kids over the summer holiday!

Read her list here
http://awesomemomdeals.wordpress.com/2010/05/04/free-summer-fun-for-kids

Health Care (Bill): 10 Frequently Asked Questions

2010-06-23T12:26:00.004-04:00

by Martha Lynn Craver, Associate Editor, The Kiplinger Letter

The Health Care Bill is more than two thousand pages long -- with hundreds more to come from regulators filling in the details. It will literally take years before all the details are set and everyone can see how the plan will affect their particular situation. But here are 10 commonly asked questions that can be answered now...

Read article here
http://www.kiplinger.com/businessresource/forecast/archive/frequently-asked-questions-on-health-care.html

'Sexting,' Cyberbullying and Other Digital Dangers

2010-06-22T12:36:00.004-04:00

Provided courtesy of @the_takeaway from Twitter
Thursday, December 10, 2009

"...According to a new survey conducted by MTV and the Associated Press, almost half of sexually active young people report being involved in sexting, or sending nude photos of themselves or their sexual partners via cell phone."

Guests:
Amanda Lenhart and Bryan Taylor

Contributors:
Jen Poyant

Listen to this show here
http://www.thetakeaway.org/2009/dec/10/digital-dangers

Free Pet Clinics (Search)

2010-06-02T10:18:00.002-04:00

Search through this site by state for any free pet clinics in your area. Good Luck!
http://www.freepetclinics.com

Fun Activity: Summer Reading Programs

2010-05-17T01:24:00.004-04:00

Tons of Summer Reading programs for Kids & Kids Summer Fun

View list here -
http://awesomemomdeals.wordpress.com/2010/05/04/free-summer-fun-for-kids

General Security and Safety Guidelines (Online)

2010-04-27T19:45:00.002-04:00

One of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from the dangers of the Internet is to be informed. We encourage you to equip yourself with the knowledge you need by reading in-depth Internet Safety Wiki articles about specific topics like viruses, pornography, and online predators. However, staying safe on the web can be as easy following a few basic principles....

Read article here
http://wiki.internetsafetypodcast.com/index.php?title=General_Security_and_Safety_Guidelines

Article: The 15 Money Rules Kids Should Learn

2010-04-21T07:00:00.003-04:00

by Jeff D. Opdyke

Provided by the Wall Street Journal

Excerpt:
"Not only are you now on the hook for tens of thousands of dollars in costs over the next two decades, you also have a new obligation to teach your children about money so that they grow into adults who are at home in the financial world and who have a healthy relationship with money. You, the parent, are the first and most crucial link in that learning process...."

Read article here
http://finance.yahoo.com/banking-budgetingk/article/109200/the-15-money-rules-kids-should-learn?mod=bb-budgeting

Big List of Recalls

2010-04-21T06:59:00.002-04:00

View current recalls for various products and companys
http://thecouponcupboard.com/forumdisplay.php?f=166

Troubled Teen - Talk Radio Show

2010-04-21T06:51:00.003-04:00

Hosted by: Dore E. Frances, M.A.

Every Monday 12 Noon

View show list here
http://www.troubledteenhelp.com/radio

List of Birthday Freebies

2010-04-05T00:54:00.003-04:00

I found this while going through one of my yahoo groups. Enjoy, Patricia

Posted by Althea Chang (click the next tab for offers)
http://www.mainstreet.com/slideshow/lifestyle/birthday-freebies

Posivitive Benefits....Social Networking (Kids & Teens)

2010-03-31T00:19:00.008-04:00

by Mary Kay Hoal, Yoursphere Founder

As parents that are online community participants, we've all probably realized that our kids are going to be involved in social networking/social media. We can like it, or not. Regardless, our kids ARE living in a 24/7 digital world, and social media is today's version of "hanging out".

Read her 5 part series
Truth Revealed: Introduction
http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/news/time-to-stack-the-positive-benefits-of-social-networking-in-kids-and-teens-lives-against-the-ne

Truth Revealed: Part I
http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/news/part-i-the-truth-revealed-internet-and-social-networking-facts

Truth Revealed: Part II
http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/news/part-ii-the-truth-revealed-internet-and-social-networking-facts

Truth Revealed: Part III
http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/news/part-iii-the-truth-revealed-internet-and-social-networking-facts

Truth Revealed: Part IV
http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/news/part-iv-the-truth-revealed-internet-and-social-networking-facts

Truth Revealed: Part V
http://internet-safety.yoursphere.com/news/part-v-the-truth-revealed-internet-and-social-networking-facts

Report: Dangers of Cyber Crime on the Rise

2010-03-28T21:17:00.002-04:00

Posted by Sue Marquette Poremba

A lot has been written this past month about security risks to watch out for in 2010...

Read the report here
http://www.itbusinessedge.com/cm/blogs/poremba/report-dangers-of-cyber-crime-on-the-rise/?cs=39029&utm_source=itbe&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dye&nr=dye

List of Recalls

2010-03-28T21:00:00.001-04:00

[Provided courtesy of Freebies Samples Yahoo Group
http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/Freebies_Samples]

Ventura Foods, LLC Voluntarily Recalls Seven Varieties of Its Dean's Dip
Products As A Precautionary Measure
**See site for product list**
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm204052.htm

Kroger Recalls Two Onion Soup & Dip Mixes Due to Possible Health Risk
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm204004.htm

Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Four Seasoning Mixes
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm204017.htm

Quaker Snack Mix Baked Cheddar Voluntarily Recalled Due to Possible Health Risk
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm204068.htm

Orval Kent Food Company, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Culinary Circle Dips Due to
Possible Health Risk
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm204143.htm

Bullying - Cyber Bullying Twitter List

2010-01-06T18:02:00.006-05:00

Here is my personal Twitter List of people who I follow, that post information re bullying both on and offline involving children, preteens, teens. Please take a moment when you can and visit this page and see what wonderful people we have out there making a difference! Thank you and God Bless, Patricia

Bullying - Cyber Bullying List
http://twitter.com/#/list/TeamMom/bully-cyberbulling-help

Coupons - '101'

2010-01-06T16:40:00.004-05:00

I just wanted to share a wonderful blog I've found and the 'how to use coupons' blog series, that will help even the most novice of beginners! Enjoy, Patricia

A Thrifty Mom
http://athriftymom.com/category/coupons-101

Free Cooking Pamphlets, etc

2009-12-30T14:16:00.007-05:00

[Links Updated 1/19/11]

Campbell Soups Lifeplan Booklet
http://www.apfco.com/promos/w1095

Free Booklet of LowFat Recipes
http://www.rondagates.com/reg.html

Free Filo Cookbook Downloads
http://www.athensfoods.com/recipebooks/default.aspx

Free Preventing Cancer with Diet Kids Booklet
http://www.cancerproject.org/kids/index.php

Fruit & Shine Recipe Book
http://www.sunmaid.com/fruitsunshine/intro.html

Jiffy Free Cookbook
http://www.jiffymix.com

Moms Diner Cookbook Downloads
http://www.moms-diner.com/downloads/index.shtml

MorningStar Free Booklet
http://seeveggiesdifferently.com/recipe_booklet.aspx

Morris Press Free Cookbook
http://www.morriscookbooks.com/order/order_form.asp

Ontario Beans Free Booklets
http://www.ontariobeans.on.ca/resources.php

Super Sunday Playbook
http://www.sargentocheese.com/newsoffer/nohome.jsp

In The Know (Child Abuse News)

2009-12-22T12:41:00.003-05:00

Daily Breaking Child Abuse News Stories and Headlines....Resources, tools, more

Follow the blog here
http://www.intheknows.blogspot.com

Time To Talk (Guide, Tips, Resources)

2009-12-22T12:35:00.003-05:00

Time To Talk provides easy-to-use guides and tips to help you have ongoing conversations with your kids to keep them healthy and drug-free.

Visit site here
http://ow.ly/wVis

10 Tips To Keep Children Safe from Sexual Abuse

2009-12-22T12:31:00.002-05:00

by Jill Starishevsky

Keeping your children safe from child predators sounds like a scary proposition, but it doesn’t have to be. We used to teach children about “stranger danger”, but studies have shown that most sexual abuse occurs at the hands of someone known to the child.

Read her tips here
http://www.modernmom.com/article-4556-10-tips-every-parent-should-know-to-keep-children-safe-from-sexual-abuse

Amber Alerts, Missing, Exploited Twitter List

2009-12-12T00:04:00.003-05:00

I am passing on to you, my personal Twitter List of people who I follow, that post information re Abuse, Violence and Missing & Exploited Children/Adults. Please take a moment when you can and visit this page and see what wonderful people we have out there making a difference! Thank you and God Bless, Patricia

Amber Alerts, Missing, Exploited Twitter List
http://twitter.com/#/list/TeamMom/amber-alerts-lost-missing

Abuse, Domestic Violence, General Violence Twitter List
http://twitter.com/#/list/TeamMom/abuse-violence

Internet Safety Twitter List!

2009-12-11T23:59:00.003-05:00

I am passing on to you, my personal Twitter List of people who I follow, that share-promote-post information re Internet Safety, Predator Information, etc. Please take a moment when you can and visit this page and see what wonderful people we have out there making a difference! Thank you and God Bless, Patricia

Internet Safety Twitter List
http://twitter.com/#/list/TeamMom/internet-online-safety

Free Baby Stuff

2009-11-10T01:13:00.002-05:00

Baby and Kid Freebies
http://babyandkidsfreebies.blogspot.com

Free Baby Soap, Lotions and More
http://www.planningfamily.com/pfcpa5/?tc=101443&i=7202

Parent's Choice Infant Formula Samplesclick on formula samples next to contact us
http://www.parentschoiceformula.com/Members

Mark Infant Formula Samples
http://www.membersmarkformula.com/free_sample.aspx

Free Certificates for Samples from Enfamil
http://www.enfamil.com/Nutramigensample

Join Similac for Free Coupons and Offers
http://welcomeaddition.com/joinnow.aspx

Very Best Baby Sign up for Free Coupons and Samples
http://www.verybestbaby.com/Public/Default.aspx

Huggies Coupons and More
http://www.huggieshappybaby.com/offers/index.aspx

Pampers Coupons
http://www.pampers.com/en_US/signup.do

Gerber Coupons
http://www.gerber.com/coupons
By Mail: http://www.gerber.com/register

New Parent's Sign up to Get Free Samples and Coupons
http://FreeforNewParents.notlong.com

Create a Free Baby Webpage and Free Pampers Coupons
http://FreeBabyPages.notlong.com

Free Baby Blanket
http://BabyBlanket.notlong.com

Free Diaper Baggies Sample
http://www.diaperbaggies.com/sample.php

Free Subscription to Baby Talk Magazine
http://FreeBabyMags.notlong.com

Free Samples of Baby Lotion and Wipes (register)
http://freebabylotionandwipes.notlong.com

Family Resources - Freebies and Samples
http://freefamilyresources.com

Free Gerber Bath Time Gift Set
http://tinyurl.com/3arnfd

Free Sample of Johnsons Baby Relief
http://tinyurl.com/2en6zs

Free Diapers and Wipes
http://snipurl.com/wipesBaby

Freebies - goodies for baby and you
http://freebies.about.com/od/babyfreebies/Baby_Freebies.htm

Free Baby Stuff
http://www.ababysname.com/freebabystuff.html

Pregnancy - Resources, Links

2009-11-10T01:04:00.006-05:00

1Mother2Another Weblog (Expecting/New Moms)http://www.1mother2another.com/index.php

A Baby's Name - Tips for Naming Babies
http://www.ababysname.com/oldsite
http://www.ababysname.com/

Advice for New Moms
http://www.momcentral.com/

Baby Product Recalls
http://babyblogaddict.com/?cat=24

Blog Review of Parenting/Child Items, More
http://parentreviewers.com/

Breastfeeding Help
http://www.myparentime.com/features/breastfeeding.shtml

Cloth Diapers
http://clothdiapers.toplisted.net/index_4894.html

Just Mommies Resource
http://www.justmommies.com/

Kids Health - Newborn Info
http://kidshealth.org/parent/pregnancy_newborn/index.html

Moms of Faith Directory
http://www.momsoffaith.com/pregnant-and-new-moms-directory.htm

Moms of Faith New Mom Info
http://www.momsoffaith.com/new-moms.htm

No Fear Birth Blog
http://www.nofearbirth.com/

Online Parenting Support Group
http://www.mommysparadise.com/

Parenting Articles
http://www.momscape.com/mother.htm

Pregnancy and Birthing Resources
http://www.theparentstation.com/pregnancy-birth-parenting

Pregnancy Resources
http://www.myparentime.com/features/pregnancy/pregnancy.shtml

Pregnancy Due Date Calculator
http://www.ababysname.com/datedue.html

Parenting Resources

2009-11-04T13:57:00.007-05:00

Bizy Moms
http://www.bizymoms.com/parenting/index.html

Blog Review of Parenting/Child Items, More
http://parentreviewers.com

Christian Family Youth Reach
http://www.christianfamilyoutreach.com/about.htm

Christian Mommies
http://www.christian-mommies.com/topics-a-z

Christian Parent
http://www.christian-parent.com

Family Management
http://www.familymanagement.com

Focus On The Family
http://www.focusonthefamily.com

Focus On Your Child
http://focusonyourchild.com

Gather Around the Table
http://www.gatherroundthetable.com/Parenting_Info_Index.html
http://www.gatherroundthetable.com/Parenting_Links_Main.html

Health Parnters (Parenting, Housing, More)
http://www.eap.partners.org/default.asp

His - Family
http://www.his-net.com/html/family.html

Just Mommies
http://www.justmommies.com/parentingchannel.shtml

Kaboose Family & Parenting Videos (Variety of Topics)
http://video.kaboose.com/?bcpid=376530178&bclid=391193641&bctid=416331731

Love to Know Kids
http://kids.lovetoknow.com/wiki/Christian_Parenting_Resources

Mom Central
http://www.momcentral.com

Moms of Faith
http://www.momsoffaith.com/christian-parenting.htm

Parenting Advice
http://www.justparents.co.uk

Parenting Articles
http://www.momscape.com/mother.htm

Parenting Links & Resources
http://www.parenting-ed.org/parenting-resources.asp
http://parenting-ed.org/parent-links.asp

Raising Our Kids
http://www.raisingourkids.com/cms/index.php

Single Parents
http://singleparents.about.com

Support for Moms
http://www.supportformoms.com/parenting.html

The LightKeeper
http://www.thelightkeeper.com/par/links.htm

What's That Smell? Blog
http://www.lovingheartmommy.com/2009/02/mommy-blogs-e.html

Helpful Homework Links

2009-11-04T13:51:00.003-05:00

Acronym Finder
http://www.acronymfinder.com

B.J. Pinchbeck Homework Helper
http://www.bjpinchbeck.com/index.html

Dictionary Search
http://kids.yahoo.com/reference/dictionary/english/index

Family Education Network - Homework Center
http://www.parents.infoplease.com/homework

Homework: A Guide for Parents http://www.nasponline.org/resources/home_school/homework.aspx

Homework Help for Girls
http://www.educatingjane.com/Study/NewK-7.htm

Homework Help for Parents http://school.familyeducation.com/homework/activity/34550.html
http://www.nea.org/parents/homework.html http://www.lesley.edu/academic_centers/hood/currents/v2n2/questions.html http://midhudson.org/lifelines/lifelines2/homework-help.html http://www.school.discovery.com/homeworkhelp/bjpinchbeck

Homework Help, Reference Material
http://www.refdesk.com/index.html

Homework HotLink
http://www.homeworkhotlink.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=student.HomeworkTips

Homework Tips for Parents http://www.ed.gov/parents/academic/involve/homework/index.html
http://connectedmath.msu.edu/parents/tips.html
http://homework.lifetips.com/
http://www.loveandlogic.com/pages/homework.html

How-To-Study
http://www.how-to-study.com/index.html

Improve Your Studying Skills
http://caps.unc.edu/content/view/72/0

Info Please - Homework Help
http://www.infoplease.com/homework

Internet Public Library for Kids
http://www.ipl.org/div/kidspace

Internet Public Library for Teens
http://www.ipl.org/div/teen

K-12 Homework Help Online
http://www.mindsprinting.com

Kid Friendly Search Site
http://www.rcls.org/ksearch.htm

Over 9,000 Libraries (Search)
http://www.nces.ed.gov/nceskids/tools/library

Spark Notes: Study Guides
http://www.sparknotes.com

Domestic Violence - International Resources

2009-10-20T17:03:00.002-04:00

American Domestic Violence Crisis Line
( Americans living overseas)
3300 NW 185th #133
Portland, OR 972291
Toll Free (866) 879-6636
http://www.866uswomen.org

Domestic Violence & Incest Rescource Centre ( Australia)
http://www.dvirc.org.au

Shelternet (Canada)
http://www.shelternet.ca

UNIFEM United Nations Development for Women
http://www.womensaid.org

Women's Aid (United Kingdom)
http://www.womensaid.org.uk

Women's Link Worldwide
(Western Europe and Latin America)
http://www.womenslinkworldwide.org

Worldwide List of Agencies Against Domestic Violence
(translated in 70 different languages)
http://www.hotpeachpages.net

Domestic Violence Resources - States O thru Z (USA)

2009-10-20T16:30:00.009-04:00

Action Ohio Coalition For Battered Women
P.O. Box 15673
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 221-1255
Fax: (614) 221-6357
In State Toll Free: (888) 622-9315
http://www.actionohio.org

Ohio Domestic Violence Network
4807 Evanswood Drive #201
Columbus, OH 43229
Phone: (614) 781-9651
Fax: (614) 781-9652
Toll Free: (800) 934-9840
http://www.odvn.org

Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
3815 N. Sante Fe Ave.
Suite 124
Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Phone: (405) 524-0700
Fax: (405) 524-0711
http://www.ocadvsa.org

Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
115 Mission Street SE #100
Salem, OR 97302
Phone: (503) 365-9644
Fax: (503) 566-7870
http://www.ocadsv.com

Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
6400 Flank Drive #1300
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Phone: (717) 545-6400
Fax: (717) 545-9456
Toll Free: (800) 932-4632
http://www.pcadv.org

Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic
422 Post Road #202
Warwick, RI 02888
Phone: (401) 467-9940
Fax: (401) 467-9943
In State Toll Free: (800) 494-8100
http://www.ricadv.org

South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
P.O. Box 7776
Columbia, SC 29202
Phone: (803) 256-2900
Fax: (803) 256-1030
Toll Free: (800) 260-9293
http://www.sccadvasa.org

South Dakota Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
P.O. Box 141
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone: (605) 945-0869
Fax: (605) 945-0870
Toll Free: (800) 572-9196
http://www.southdakotacoalition.org

Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual
P.O. Box 120972
Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: (615) 386-9406
Fax: (615) 383-2967
In State Toll Free: (800) 289-9018
http://www.tcadsv.org

Texas Council On Family Violence
P.O. Box 161810
Austin, TX 78716
Phone: (512) 794-1133
Fax: (512) 794-1199
In State Toll Free: (800) 525-1978
http://www.tcfv.org

The Office of Women Advocates
Box 11382
Fernandez Juancus Station
Santurce, PR 00910
Phone: (787) 721-7676
Fax: (787) 725-9248

Utah Domestic Violence Council
320 W. 200 South
#270-B
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: (801) 521-5544
Fax: (801) 521-5548
http://www.udvac.org

Vermont Network Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
P.O. Box 405
Montpelier, VT 05601
Phone: (802) 223-1302
Fax: (802) 223-6943
http://www.vtnetwork.org

Virginians Against Domestic Violence
2850 Sandy Bay Road #101
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Phone: (757) 221-0990
Fax: (757) 229-1553
Toll Free: (800) 838-8238
http://www.vadv.org

Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Olympia Office
101 N. Capitol Way #302
Olympia, WA 98501
Phone: (360) 586-1022
Fax: (360) 586-1024

Seattle Office
1402 – 3rd Avenue #406
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 389-2515
Fax. (206) 389-2520

In State Toll Free: (800) 886-2880
http://www.wscadv.org

West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
4710 Chimney Drive #A
Charleston, WV 25302
Phone: (304) 965-3552
Fax: (304) 965-3572
http://www.wvcadv.org

Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence
307 S. Paterson Street #1
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: (608) 255-0539
Fax: (608) 255-3560
http://www.wcadv.org

Women’s Coalition of St. Croix
Box 2734
Christiansted St. Croix, VI 00822
Phone: (340) 773-9272
Fax: (340) 773-9062
http://www.wcstx.com

Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
P.O. Box 236409
South Fourth Street
Laramie, WY 82073
Phone: (307) 755-5481
Fax: (307) 755-5482
Toll Free: (800) 990-3877
http://www.wyomingdvsa.org

Domestic Violence Resources - States H thru N (USA)

2009-10-20T16:09:00.016-04:00

Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
716 Umi Street
Suite 210
Honolulu, HI 96819-2337
Toll Free: (808) 832-9316
Fax: (808) 841-6028
http://www.hscadv.org

Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence
815 Park Boulevard #140
Boise, ID 83712
Phone: (208) 384-0419
Fax: (208) 331-0687
Toll Free: (888) 293-6118
http://www.idvsa.org

Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence
801 S. 11th Street
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 789-2830
Fax: (217) 789-1939
http://www.ilcadv.org

Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence
1915 W. 18th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: (317) 917-3685
Fax: (317) 917-3695
In State Toll Free: (800) 332-7385
http://www.violenceresource.org

Iowa Coalition against Domestic Violence
515 28th Street #104
Des Moines, IA 50312
Phone: (515) 244-8028
Fax: (515) 244-7417
In State Hotline: (800) 942-0333
http://www.icadv.org

Kansas Coalition against Sexual and Domestic Violence
634 SW Harrison Street
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: (785) 232-9784
Fax: (785) 266-1874
http://www.kcsdv.org

Kentucky Domestic Violence Association
P.O. Box 356
Frankfort, KY 40602
Phone: (502) 695-2444
Fax: (502) 695-2488
http://www.kdva.org

Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence
P.O. Box 77308
Baton Rouge, LA 70879
Phone: (225) 752-1296
Fax: (225) 751-8927
http://www.lcadv.org

Maine Coalition To End Domestic Violence
170 Park Street
Bangor, ME 04401
Phone: (207) 941-1194
Fax: (207) 941-2327
http://www.mcedv.org

Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence
6911 Laurel-Bowie Road
#309Bowie, MD 20715
Phone: (301) 352-4574
Fax: (301) 809-0422
Toll Free: (800) 634-3577
http://www.mnadv.org

Jane Doe, Inc./Massachusetts Coalition Against
Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
14 Beacon Street #507
Boston, MA 02108
Phone: (617) 248-0922
Fax: (617) 248-0902
TTY/TTD: (617) 263-2200
http://www.janedoe.org

Michigan Coalition against Domestic & Sexual Violence
3893 Okemos Road #B-2
Okemos, MI 48864
Phone: (517) 347-7000
Fax: (517) 347-1377
TTY: (517) 381-8470
http://www.mcadsv.org

Minnesota Coalition For Battered Women
1821 University Avenue West #S-112
St. Paul, MN 55104
Phone: (651) 646-6177
Fax: (651) 646-1527
Crisis Line: (651) 646-0994
Toll Free: (800) 289-6177
http://www.mcbw.org

Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence
P.O. Box 4703
Jackson, MS 39296
Phone: (601) 981-9196
Fax: (601) 981-2501
http://www.mcadv.org

Missouri Coalition Against Domestic Violence
718 East Capitol Avenue
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: (573) 634-4161
Fax: (573) 636-3728
http://www.mocadv.org

Montana Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence
P.O. Box 818
Helena, MT 59624
Phone: (406) 443-7794
Fax: (406) 443-7818
Toll Free: (888) 404-7794
http://www.mcadsv.com

Nebraska Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Coalition
825 M Street #404
Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone: (402) 476-6256
Fax: (402) 476-6806
In State Toll Free: (800) 876-6238
http://www.ndvsac.org

Nevada Network Against Domestic Violence
100 West Grove Street #315
Reno, NV 89509
Phone: (775) 828-1115
Fax: (775) 828-9911
In State Toll Free: (800) 500-1556
http://www.nnadv.org

New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
P.O. Box 353
Concord, NH 03302
Phone: (603) 224-8893
Fax: (603) 228-6096
In State Toll Free: (866) 644-3574
http://www.nhcadsv.org

New Jersey Coalition for Battered Women
1670 Whitehorse Hamilton Square
Trenton, NJ 08690
Phone: (609) 584-8107
Fax: (609) 584-9750
In State Toll Free: (800) 572-7233
http://www.njcbw.org

New Mexico State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
200 Oak NE #4
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Phone: (505) 246-9240
Fax: (505) 246-9434
In State Toll Free: (800) 773-3645
http://www.nmcadv.org

New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
350 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12054
Phone: (518) 482-5464
Fax: (518) 482-3807
English-In State Toll Free:
(800) 942-6906
En Espanol-In State Toll Free:
(800)942=6908
http://www.nyscadv.org

North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence
115 Market Street #400
Durham, NC 27701
Phone: (919) 956-9124
Fax: (919) 682-1449
Toll Free: (888) 232-9124
http://www.nccadv.org

North Dakota Council on Abused Women’s Services
418 E. Rosser Avenue #320
Bismark, ND 58501
Phone: (701) 255-6240
Fax: (701) 255-1904
Toll Free: (888) 255-6240
http://www.ndcaws.org

Domestic Violence - States A thru G (USA)

2009-10-20T15:54:00.011-04:00

Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence
P. O. Box 4762
Montgomery, AL 36101
Hotline: (800) 650-6522
Phone: (334) 832-4842
Fax: (334) 832-4803
http://www.acadv.org

Alaska Network on Domestic and Sexual Violence
130 Seward Street
Room 209
Juneau, AK 99801
Phone: (907) 586-3650
Fax: (907) 463-4493
http://www.andvsa.org

Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence
100 W. Camelback #109
Phoenix, AZ 85013
Phone: (602) 279-2900
Fax: (602) 279-2980
Toll Free: (800) 782-6400
http://www.azcadv.org

Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence
1401 W. Capitol Avenue
Suite 170
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 907-5612
Fax: (501) 907-5618
Toll Free: (800) 269-4668
http://www.domesticpeace.com

California Alliance Against Domestic Violence
926 J Street
Suite 210
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (916) 444-7163
Fax: (916) 444-7165
Toll Free: (800) 524-4765
http://www.caadv.org

California Coalition for Battered Women
3711 Long Beach Blvd. #718
Long Beach, CA 90807
Phone: (562) 981-1202
Fax: (562) 981-3202
Toll Free: (888) 722-2952
http://www.sccbw.org

Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence
P. O. Box 18902
Denver, CO 80218
Phone: (303) 831-9632
Fax: (303) 832-7067
Toll Free: (888) 788-7091
http://www.ccadv.org

Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence
90 Pitkin StreetEast
Hartford, CT 06108
Phone:(860) 282-7899
Fax: (860) 282-7892
In State: (800) 281-1481
In State Hotline: (888) 774-2900
http://www.ctcadv.org

Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
100 W. 10th Street #703
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 658-2958
Fax: (302) 658-5049
In State Toll Free: (800) 701-0456
http://www.dcadv.org

DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence
1718 P Street
Suite T-6
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 299-1181
Fax: (202) 299-1193
http://www.dccadv.org

Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence
425 Office Plaza
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Phone: (850) 425-2749
Fax: (850) 425-3091
TDD: (850) 621-4202
In State Toll Free: (800) 500-1119
http://www.fcadv.org

Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
3420 Norman Berry Drive #280
Atlanta, GA 30354
Phone: (404) 209-0280
Fax: (404) 766-3800
http://www.gcadv.org

Domestic Violence Resources - Government & Misc

2009-10-20T15:50:00.007-04:00

1. Federal Citizen Information Center (USA)
Have a question about Federal programs, benefits, or services? We handle millions of inquiries from citizens trying to find that elusive answer to their question. Pick your favorite way to get out of the government maze!
1 (800) FED INFO
http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/call/text/t_default.htm

2. First Gov - Your official portal to government programs...
Main http://firstgov.gov/index.shtml
Phone, Offices http://firstgov.gov/Contact/Directories.shtml

3. Government Guide
As you move around this site, Government Guide will display your federal, state and local resources.
Main http://www.governmentguide.com/main.adp
Official Agencies http://www.governmentguide.com/officials_and_agencies.adp?id=16101798

4. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
The online Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance gives you access to a database of all Federal programs available to State and local governments (including the District of Columbia); federally -recognized Indian tribal governments; Territories (and possessions) of the United States; domestic public, quasi-public, and private profit and nonprofit organizations and institutions; specialized groups; and individuals.
http://www.cfda.gov

5. Complete U.S. Federal Government Agencies Directory
http://www.lib.lsu.edu/gov/alpha

6. GPO Access Online Resources: A-Z Resource List
http://www.gpoaccess.gov/databases.html

7. Federal Government Site Index
http://www.statelocalgov.net/index.cfm

8. FREE FAMILY RESOURCES
http://freefamilyresources.com

9. A list of directories of grantmakers by state/region/ city
http://fdncenter.org/learn/topical/sl_dir.html

10. Resources to Help Children and Families
http://www.ncfy.com/Resources.htm

11. American Public Human Services Association
Internet site that list social service agencies by state
http://www.aphsa.org/links/statecontacts.asp
http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/news/welfare/stlinks.htmSingle

12. Giving @ Home
A giving board website with links by category.
http://www.givingboard.com

13. Giving Board
Whether you are in need yourself or wanting to help others, this is
the place to be! Giving isn't limited to monetary help. Words of
encouragement, prayers and the ability to give others hope are equally important. We invite you to become part of our "family", whether it is
as a lurker or by chatting and letting us get to know you better.
http://www.angelfire.com/pro/givingboardangels/GB_Request_Lists_Home.html

14. Special Needs Phone Book & Crisis Guide
Extensive list of resources for all kinds of needs, some with links,
but all with contact information. Listed alphabetically by category.
Select Moody's Directory in the Consumer Resources column.
http://www.efmoody.com/

15. Women Children Family Service Charities of America
WCFS is a coalition comprised of many of America's finest charitable organizations dedicated to meeting the needs of women, children, and
families in America and around the world. Our members provide real
solutions to real problems, and act as a force for change with law and
policy makers.
http://www.womenandchildren.org

16. Administration for Children and Families and Domestic Violence
http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/opa/facts/domsvio.htm

17. All State Foundation DV Program
http://www.allstatefoundationdomesticviolenceprogram.org

18. The National Domestic Violence Hotline Website
http://www.ndvh.org

19. Families and Children Contact Persons
http://www.hhs.gov/families/contacts.htm

20. Family Violence Prevention Fund
http://fvpfstore.stores.yahoo.net

21. Marriage, More
http://www.bettermarriages.info

22. Domestic Violence, Families, More
http://www.loveisnotabuse.com

23. National Domestic Violence Toll Free Hotline:
1-800-799-SAFE or 1-800-799-7233

Places Kids - EAT Free

2009-10-17T13:29:00.006-04:00

Here is a list of some places to where KIDS can eat FREE! Enjoy :)

14 places kids eat for free
http://ow.ly/saen

287 NEW Kids Eat Free Restaurants
http://kidsmealdeals.com

Kids Eat FREE Sunday @ 1000's of places
http://www.kidsmealdeals.com

--> Limited Time:
2 kids eat free at Boston Market. Valid til 10/31
http://www.bostonmarket.com/home?page=kidsEatFree

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Know of any 'kids eat free' locations, please add them to our database
http://bit.ly/PWBWs

Prescription Assistance Links

2009-10-05T08:52:00.002-04:00

1)Free Prescription Medicine is Available to those who qualify:
http://www.mhsanctuary.com/add/rx.htm
http://www.needymeds.com
http://www.themedicineprogram.com
http://www.volunteersinhealthcare.org/home.htm
http://coveringkidsandfamilies.org/communications/bts
http://www.freemedicineprogram.com/drug/ELDER+TONIC
http://www.mycancernews.com/viatical.html http://www.cancercare.org/HelpingHandsGuide/HelpingHandsGuideList.cfm?c=49
http://www.helpingpatients.org
http://www.rxassist.org/default.cfm
http://www.mhsanctuary.com/add/rx.htm
http://www.astrazeneca-us.com/content/drugAssistance
https://www.merck.com/pap/pap/consumer/request_application.jsp
http://www.sch-plough.com/schering_plough/corp/patient_programs.jsp
http://www.phrma.org
http://www.hrsa.gov/osp/dfcr/obtain/obtain.htm
http://www.lillyanswers.com
http://www.benefitscheckup.com

2) Prescription Assistance:
http://www.rxassist.org/default.cfm
https://www.merck.com/pap/pap/consumer/request_application.jsp

Fair Debt Collection Links

2009-10-05T08:49:00.003-04:00

http://www.ftc.gov/os/statutes/fdcpa/fdcpact.htm

http://www.ftc.gov/os/statutes/fdcpajump.htm

http://www.fair-debt-collection.com

http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/money/fair-debt/fair-dbt.htm

http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/html/uscode15/usc_sec_15_00001692----000-.html

http://www.thelawencyclopedia.com/term/fair_credit_reporting_act_(fcra)

http://www.lawdog.com/debtcol/col7.htm

http://credit.about.com/od/debtcollection

http://www.alliedtrustee.com/fairdebt.htm

Ebay, Fraud, Scams & More

2009-10-05T08:42:00.001-04:00

You will find a compiled thread post consisting of the following topics:
Scams, Ebay, Fraud, Consumer Protection, MLM's and more
http://www.ryze.com/posttopic.php?topicid=731666&confid=1022

This topic post thread houses some of the important sites I have looked at and on occassion, have actually used and contacted.

Educational Cirriculum

2009-10-03T23:55:00.013-04:00

MISC
5th Grade Social Studies Sites
http://www.mtnbrook.k12.al.us/tech/k6/5sssites.htm

5th Grade Social Studies Curriculum
http://www.ccsd.k12.wy.us/Social%20Studies/05/socstudies.html

9 Mental Math Tricks
http://tinyurl.com/3ncazf11

15 New Resources in arts, health, history, language arts & science
http://www.ed.gov/free

- A -
ABC of Electricity
http://www.santee.org/kids/abcsofelectricity.html

abcteach -- 5000+ free printable pages and worksheets
http://www.abcteach.com/

ABCya!
http://www.abcya.com/kindergarten_computers.htm

Adding Games
http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/maths/interactive/index.htm

Addition Flashcards
http://www.aplusmath.com/Flashcards/addition.html

A Guide to Snowflakes
http://tinyurl.com/5op2v

A Kids Heart
http://akidsheart.com

All About Division
http://aaamath.com/div.html

All About Fossils
http://wwwfossils-facts-and-finds.com

A Look Inside the Human Body
http://users.tpg.com.au/users/amcgann/body

Alphabet Letter A Theme Impact Poster Preschool Lesson Plan
http://www.first-school.ws/activities/alpha/a/impactaposter.htm

A Math Dictionary for Kids
http://www.amathsdictionaryforkids.com/

A More Revealing Facts of the Earth
http://library.thinkquest.org/20035

An amusement park of math and more
http://www.coolmath.com/

Ancient Maps Cover Page
http://www.henry-davis.com/MAPS/AncientWebPages/Ancient1.html

Animal Atlas
http://animalatlas.tv/home.html

Animal Home Puzzles printable (PreK-2nd)
http://www.teachervision.fen.com/animals/printable/2621.html

Arithmattack Online Math Game Play or download for free
http://www.nobleednews.com/arithmattack.htm

Ask, Listen, Learn
http://www.nick.com/ads/asklistenlearn/kids/home/index.jhtml

A to Z Teacher Stuff
http://www.atozteacherstuff.com/Printables/Printable-Books

A variety of free printable worksheets for home and school use http://www.tlsbooks.com/index.html

- B -
Baby Bumblebee learning tools Posters, flash cards, and much more
http://www.babybumblebee.com/company/freebies.cfm

BBC - Number Time- Printable Worksheets A range of printable activity sheets for Maths KS1
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/numbertime/print/index.shtml

Basic Handwriting
http://www.handwritingforkids.com/handwrite

Biology of Copepods
http://www.uni-oldenburg.de/zoomorphology/Biology.html

Biology For Kids
http://www.biology4kids.com/

Biology of the Salticid Spiders
http://www.users.qwest.net/~phidippus

Book Adventure (Kids Earn Prizes for Reading)
http://bookadventure.combrain/

Busters
http://barryispuzzled.com/

Building Language for Literacy
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/bll/index.htm

Busy Teacher's Cafe- A K-3 teacher resource site for busy teachers....free worksheets, units, lessons, education links, and more
http://www.busyteacherscafe.com/

- C -
Character education links
http://www.reacheverychild.com/feature/character.html

Children'S Dictionary (Multi Lingual - Many Countries)
http://www.logosdictionary.org/pls/dictionary/new_dictionary.kdic.home?lang=en

Clickmazes
http://www.clickmazes.com/index.htm

Common Equivalent Weights and Measures
http://tinyurl.com/4y6hx9

Convert Me
http://www.convert-me.com/en

Count Hoot's Number Games
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/laac/numbers/chi.shtml

Counting Interactive Story
http://www.cleverisland.com/teachers/counting/story/6.asp

Create or print out math worksheets or flashcards
http://www.nobleednews.com/edmondselements.com/math.htm

- D -
Database of Arts and Crafts Freebies
http://archives.zinester.com/76755/138534

DinoDictionary
http://dinodictionary.com

DiscoverySchool
http://school.discovery.com/students

Downloadable books and teaching materials for phonics and phonemic awareness from Reading A-Z
http://www.readinga-z.com/land/phonics.html

- E -
Early Learning Activities For Pre-K and Kindergarten
http://www.childcareland.com

Easy Fun School
http://www.easyfunschool.com

Educational books and activities to help parents prepare their children ages 1-6
http://www.coolfreebielinks.com

Educational Offers From The Free Stuff Gallery
http://www.thefreestuffgallery.com/Educational_Offers

ELMERS ~ Kids Fun Stuff
http://www.elmers.com/idea/ategoryFocus.asp?pc=2

Enchanted Learning Software
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/Home.html

English activites online for free
http://www.syvum.com/online/english.html

Exploration Through the Ages
http://www.mariner.org/exploration/index.php

- F -
Fact Monster
http://www.factmonster.com

Family Education Website
http://www.familyeducation.com/home

Flash Cards For Kids
http://www.edu4kids.com/math

Free American Promise Teaching Kit
http://www.farmers.com/FarmComm/AmericanPromise/guide_main.html

Free Anti - Idling Kits for Teachers
http://www.oeconline.org/kidshealth/Anti-Idling%20Kit%20Request%20Form

Free Arbor Day Video and Teacher Materials
http://www.arborday.org/kids

Free Back to School Pattern Packet (sent through email) http://www.paperscissorskids.com/site/467945/page/217903

Freebie Cat - Educational and Teachers Freebies
http://freebiecat.com/educational.html

Freebies, Printables, Kindergarten, Travel Guides, Maps, Checklists, Homeschool Worksheets and More!
http://www.123rewardme.com/Freebies.html

Free Child Identification Kits
http://www.krazyboodle.com/Childidentification.php

Free Colgate Teachers Kit
http://www.colgatebsbf.com/teachers/tch_kits.asp

Free Common Cents Education Kit~State Farm
http://www.sf.pii.orders.com/commoncents

Free Education and Career Package
http://www.mb01.com/lnk.asp?o=904&c=11198&a=12858

Free Education and Technology Program Kits
http://www.remote.arrl.org/FandES/tbp/kitsprojects.html

Free educational materials, activity books, bookmarks http://hablemos.samhsa.gov/order/factsheet.aspx

Free Educational Publications from the Federal Reserve
http://app.ny.frb.org/publications/result.cfm?comics=1

Free-Ed.Net
http://www.free-ed.net

Free Educational Resources
http://bestfreebies.freeservers.com

Free Everydaykidz ~ Free Interactive Educational DVD http://www.everydaykidz.com/about_program/join.asp

Free Explore Your Public Lands Activity Book (grades 3 - 5)
http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/education/wild-side/intro.htm

Free George Washington kit for teachers
http://www.georgewashington.si.edu/k...cherguide.html

Free information about fossils and rocks
http://geology.er.usgs.gov/eastern/fossils.html

Free information for kids about TOPEX satellite
http://www.tsgc.utexas.edu/topex/kids

Free Maps
http://www.freemap.com/free.htm

Free Maps Online
http://www.kalama.com/~zimba/freeforteachers.htm#maps

Free Math Teachers Kit
http://www.weallusematheveryday.com/tools/waumed/register.htm

Free Math Worksheet Creator
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/math

Free National Geographic Guide
http://www.crownofthecontinent.net/map_request.php

Free PCs in Space CD-ROM for teachers or students
http://pcsinspace.hst.nasa.gov/freecd.htm

Free Potato Educational Materials
http://potatoes.com/educational-hardcopy.cfm

Free recess kits
http://www.cartoonrecessweek.com

Free Samples Of Art Supplies
http://www.macphersonart.com/maclive/hilit/stabilo/sample.htm

Free Science Dvd's
http://www.hhmi.org/catalog/main?action=home

Free science posters from Tufts
http://www.tufts.edu/as/wright_center/svl/posters/posts.html

Free Spelling Courses for Older Kids
http://www.splashesfromtheriver.com/spelling/index.htm

Free Stuff for Educators
http://www.kalama.com/~zimba/freeforteachers.htm

Free Sunwise Took Kit Teachers
http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/toolkit.html

Free worksheets K-12
http://www.kiddyhouse.com/Worksheets/worksheets.html

Free You Can Make A Difference Middle School Kit
http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/education/ordermad-ms.htm

FunBrain.com - Kids Center
http://www.funbrain.com/kidscenter.html

Funschool Games and Activities
http://www.funschool.com

- G -
Grammar Gorillas: identifying parts of speech
http://www.funbrain.com/grammar/index.html

Great traceable alphabet pages, very colorful
http://www.alphabet-soup.net/ttools/trace.html

Guide to Basic Essay Writing
http://members.tripod.com/~lklivingston/essay

Guide to Grammar and Writing
http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifehack/guide-to-grammar-and-writing.html

- H -
Handwriting for Kids Telling time and shapes, customizable worksheets
http://www.handwritingforkids.com/handwrite/manuscript.htm

How Volcanoes Work
http://www.geology.sdsu.edu/how_volcanoes_work

Hyper History
http://www.hyperhistory.com/online_n2/History_n2/a.html

- I -
Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles, Index
http://www.cut-the-knot.org/index.shtml

Interactive Subtraction Games
http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/maths/interactive/subtraction.htm

Invention Gallery
http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/schoolzone/invention/index.cfm

- J -

- K -
Kid's Click. A great web search for kid's
http://www.kidsclick.org

Kids Lit Books and More for Children and Teens
http://www.greenlakelibrary.org/kidslit

Kids Printables
http://www.kidprintables.com/coloring/school

Kinder Printables :: Early Learning Printables http://www.kinderprintables.com/dailyprintables.htm

Knowledge House: Library of Links
http://www.knowledgehouse.info

- L -
Land Forms Crossword Puzzle
http://www.edhelper.com/EarthsLand7136.htm

Large collection of printables by subject and more
http://academic.brooklyn.cuny.edu/geology/leveson/core/linksa/longlat.htmlLearn

Learn Japanese online for free!
http://www.japanese-online.com

Learn Spanish online for free
http://www.studyspanish.com

Learn to Write...Free Tracing Paper
http://www.mymoondrops.com/spelling.html

Lesson Factory
http://www.lessonfactory.com

Lesson Plans for Teaching Reading With a Native American Theme
http://www.mce.k12tn.net/indians/teaching/reading.htm

- M -
Make Your Own Wordsearch Puzzles
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words/search

Making Math fun with games, more
http://www.hoodamath.com

Math and Number free exercises
http://www.brobstsystems.com/kids

Math Hunt
http://teacher.scholastic.com/mathhunt/StartGame.asp?QuizID=5

Mathway: Step-by-Step Math Problem Solver
http://www.mathway.com

Math Worksheet Generator: addition, subtraction, multiplicaton and division http://www.lizardpoint.com/math/mathsheet.html

Merry Mice valentines Bingo & math pattern cards http://kidscrafts.suite101.com/blog.cfm/more_valentines_day_crafts

Mother's Day Ideas For Teachers - Printables, Crafts, Lessons & More
http://www.teachingheart.net/mompage.htm

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New York Apple Country Teacher Kit
http://www.nyapplecountry.com/teacherkits.htm

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Online Help, Dictionary, Almanac & More
http://www.factmonster.com/

Other vocabulary games
http://www.superkids.com/aweb/tools/words

Over 10,200+ Printable Activity Worksheets for Kids
http://www.freeworksheets.com

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Photo Gallery: Winter Wildlife
http://tinyurl.com/bj5h4x

Printable Tracer Pages
http://www.kidzone.ws/tracers/ocean/tracer-form.asp

Print And Learn
http://www.crayola.com/activitybook/subact.cfm?id=94&maincat=4

ProTeacher! Apples thematic unit and lesson plans for elementary school teachers in the primary grades
http://www.proteacher.com/020026.shtml

Punctuation
http://www.kidskonnect.com/content/view/346/27

Puzzlemaker web site for Parents/Teachers
http://puzzlemaker.school.discovery.com

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Reading Comprehension Includes weekly worksheets for upper elementary and middle school levels
http://www.rhlschool.com/reading.htm

Rent Educational DVD's Through The Mail
http://tinyurl.com/byjkn

Rocks For Kids
http://www.rocksforkids.com/RFK/TableofContents.html

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School Printables
http://www.education-world.com/tools_templates/index.shtml

Science Fair Kit
http://elmers.discoveryeducation.com/resources.cfm

Sebran's ABC Activities Software to Download from Activity Village http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/sebrans_abc.html?src=guSimple

Machines: interactive learning
http://www.edheads.org/activities/simple-machines

StudyDog Free Learning to Read Download (prek-2)
http://www.studydog.com

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Teaching Links
http://www.preksmarties.com/links/teaching.htm

Teachers And Families
http://www.teachersandfamilies.com

Teachers: Free Hands on Plastics™ (HOP) science education investigation kits
http://www.teachingplastics.org

Teachers' kits about peanuts
http://www.aboutpeanuts.com/printorder.html

Textbooks, Workbooks, More
http://www.rodstaff.com

The 13 Original Colonies
http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/articles/ushistory/13colonies1.htm

The Earth's Layers
http://volcano.oregonstate.edu/vwdocs/vwlessons/lessons/Earths_layers/Earths_lay/ers1.html
The Free Dictionary
http://www.thefreedictionary.com

The Itty-Bitty Bookworm: A Literature-based Preschool Curriculum
http://www.ittybittybookworm.com/?catID=14232

The Kids on the Web: Homework Tools
http://www.zen.org/~brendan/kids-homework.html

The Lesson Plans Page - Over 2,500 FREE Lesson Plans!
http://www.lessonplanspage.com

The Meaning of Subtraction
http://www.themathpage.com/ARITH/mental-arithmetic-subtraction.htm

The Pilgrims of 1620
http://home.surewest.net/moseley/pond/pondcove.html

Tide Charts
http://www.boatma.com/tides/tides_capecod.html
http://www.geography4kids.com

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Variety of resources here
http://www.learningthings.com

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Walk Through Time - BBC Education History (Age 7-9)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/walk

Welcome to Webmath!
http://www.webmath.com

Wildlife Conservation Research Trust
http://www.wildcru.org/index.htm

World Animal Net Directory
http://worldanimalnet.org/new.asp

WritingFix for Kids
http://www.writingfix.com/forkids.htm

Homeschooling Resources

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MISC
5000 WorkSheet Generators For Teacher and Homeschoolers
http://www.edhelper.com

K-12
http://www.k12.com

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A to Z Complete List FAQ on Homeschooling
http://homeschooling.gomilpitas.com

Abeka Supplies, More
http://www.abeka.com

Almost 1,000 titles to choose from. Games, Office, Homeschooling
http://tinyurl.com/7xwzx

Alpha Omega HS Publications
http://www.aop.com/home

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Best Homeschooling
http://www.besthomeschooling.org

Books
http://www.books4homeschool.com

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Catholic Heritage Cirriculum
http://www.chcweb.com/catalog/index.html

Catholic Homeschool Support
http://www.catholichomeschool.org

Catholic Homeschooling
http://www.setonhome.org

Catholic Homeschooling Materials
http://www.emmanuelbooks.com

Center for Home Education
http://www.sycamoretree.com

Christian Homeschool Cirriculum
http://www.sonlight.com

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Deal alerts for Homeschool, parents, grandparents
http://tinyurl.com/bx37h

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eBook
http://snipurl.com/rcar

Everything Homeschool
http://www.everythinghomeschooling.com

Everything re to Homeschool, Guides, Tips, More
http://www.homeschool.com

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Free Draft Writing Books (Teacher/Homeschooler)
http://www.rcowen.com/CC-WritingBooksReqSamp.htm

Free DVD for Homeschoolers or Teachers about Aerosol
http://www.nocfcs.org/scc/kitrequest.asp

Free Homeschooling Ministry DVD
http://www.consideringhomeschooling.org/freedvd.html

Free Homeschool Samples from Saxon Math and Phonics
http://www.saxonhomeschool.com/assistance/samples.do

Free Issue Of Practical Homeschooling
http://www.home-school.com/catalog/freeissue

Free Pocket Guide to Homeschooling
http://www.homeedmag.com/ORD/frm_flyer.html

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Hands On Homeschooling--Homeschooling Links
http://www.handsonhomeschooling.com/links.htm

Homeschool Activities & More
http://www.gardenandhearth.com/homeschool-activities.htm

Homeschool Blogger
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/home.php

Homeschool Central
http://homeschoolcentral.com

Homeschool Christian Cirriculum
http://www.heartofwisdom.com

Homeschool Curriculum and Resources
http://www.splashesfromtheriver.com/homeschool.htm
http://www.learningthings.com
http://www.titus2.com

Homeschool Defense League
http://www.hslda.org/Default.asp?bhcp=1

Homeschool Digest: Family
http://www.homeschooldigest.com

Homeschool Education Magazine
http://www.homeedmag.com/index.html

Homeschool Portfolio
http://www.homeschoollearning.com/units/pdf/hs_portfolio.pdf

Homeschool Marketplace
http://www.elijahco.com

Homeschool Resource Library
http://www.homeschoolinglibrary.com

Homeschool Views Newsletter
http://www.homeschoolviews.com

Homeschool World
http://www.home-school.com

Homeschooling Resources In Your Area
http://www.homeschoolmedia.net/register

Homeschooling Today Magazine
http://www.homeschooltoday.com/subscribe/sample.php

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Info on parenting, homeschooling, school
http://www.earlychildhoodlinks.com/parents/parentingresourcesindex.htm

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"Life In The Forest" Education Materials
http://order.iplifeoftheforest.com

Love 2 Learn - Catholic Homeschoolers
http://www.love2learn.net

Love To Learn: Resources, Cirriculum, More
http://www.lovetolearn.net

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Mother's Day Poems by Homeschoolers
http://homeschooling.about.com/od/holidays/a/motherspoem05.htm

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National Association of Catholic Homes and Educators
http://www.nache.org

NCSAA Homeschool Family Membershiphttp://www.ncsaa.org/homeschool_family_membership.htm

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Online Freebies for Homeschooling
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Pennsylvania/377224

Online Homeschooling Courses
http://elfurl.com/quhly

Our Lady of Rosary School for Catholic Homeschoolers
http://www.olrs.com

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St. Thomas Acquainas Academy
http://www.staa-homeschool.com

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TheHomeSchoolMom
http://www.thehomeschoolmom.com
http://www.thehomeschoolmom.com/teacherslounge/freebies.php

The Home School Magazine
http://www.TheHomeschoolMagazine.com

Homeschooling Freebies

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http://www.allfreebies4u.com/5/free-stuff-forhomeschoolers.html

http://www.nathhan.com/freestuff.htm

http://www.homeschoolfreestuff.com/index.asp?adid

http://www.geocities.com/reed_butterfly_farm/free_homeschool.html

http://www.cloudnet.com/~edrbsass/FreeStuff.html

http://homeschooling.about.com/od/freestuff

http://www.angelfire.com/ny/Debsimms/free.html

http://www.sitesforteachers.com/

http://www.cthomeschoolnetwork.org/freebies.htm

http://www.lisasfreebies.com/kidsed.html

http://www.ladybronx.com/School.html

http://www.nethomeschool.com/newsletter.htm

http://www.thehomeschoolmom.com/onlinebooks.html

http://www.homeschoolroad.com/homeschool/free-home-school-stuff.html

http://www.homeschoolfreestuff.com/

http://www.geocities.com/blackhomeschool/homeschooling_freebies.html

http://www.chartjungle.com/

http://members.aol.com/homehwy/free.html

Child Abuse Resources & Links

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Child Abuse Reporting Numbers

Each State designates specific agencies to receive and investigate reports of suspected child abuse and neglect. Typically, this responsibility is carried out by child protective services (CPS) within a child welfare agency (for example, Department of Social Services, Department of Human Services, or Division of Child and Family Services).

In some States, police departments may also receive reports of child abuse or neglect. For more information or assistance with reporting, please call Childhelp USA®, 1-800-4-A-CHILD® (800-422-4453) or your local CPS agency. In most cases, the toll-free numbers listed below are only accessible from within the State listed. If calling from out-of-State, use the local (toll) number listed or call Childhelp USA® for assistance.

AlabamaLocal: (334) 242-9500

Alaska Toll-Free: (800) 478-4444

Arizona Toll-Free: (888) SOS-CHILD (888-767-2445)

Arkansas Toll-Free: (800) 482-5964

California Local: (916) 445-2771

Colorado: Contact local agency or Childhelp USA for assistance.

Connecticut Toll-Free: (800) 842-2288
TDD: (800) 624-5518

Delaware Toll-Free: (800) 292-9582
Local: (302) 577-6550

District of Columbia Toll-Free: (877) 671-SAFE (877-671-7233)
Local: (202) 671-7233

Florida Toll-Free: (800) 96-ABUSE (800-962-2873)

Georgia: Contact local agency or Childhelp USA for assistance.

Hawaii: Contact local agency or Childhelp USA for assistance.

Idaho Toll-Free: (800) 926-2588

Illinois Toll-Free: (800) 252-2873
Local: (217) 785-4020

Indiana Toll-Free: (800) 800-5556

Iowa Toll-Free: (800) 362-2178
Local: (515) 281-3240

Kansas Toll-Free: (800) 922-5330
Local: (785) 296-0044

Kentucky Toll-Free: (800) 752-6200
Local: (502) 595-4550

Louisiana Local: (225) 342-6832

Maine Toll-Free: (800) 452-1999
Local: (207) 287-2983

Maryland Toll-Free: (800) 332-6347

Massachusetts Toll-Free: (800) 792-5200
Local: (617) 232-4882

Michigan Toll-Free: (800) 942-4357
Local: (517) 373-3572

Minnesota Local: (651) 291-0211

Mississippi Toll-Free: (800) 222-8000
Local: (601) 359-4991

Missouri Toll-Free: (800) 392-3738
Local: (573) 751-3448

Montana Toll-Free: (866) 820-KIDS (866-820-5437)
Local: (406) 444-5900

Nebraska Toll-Free: (800) 652-1999
Local: (402) 595-1324

Nevada Toll-Free: (800) 992-5757
Local: (775) 684-4400

New Hampshire Toll-Free: (800) 894-5533
Local: (603) 271-6556

New Jersey Toll-Free: (800) 792-8610
TDD: (800) 835-5510

New Mexico Toll-Free: (800) 797-3260
Local: (505) 841-6100

New York Toll-Free: (800) 342-3720
Local: (518) 474-8740
TDD: (800) 369-2437

North Carolina Contact local agency or Childhelp USA for assistance.

North Dakota Local: (701) 328-2316

Ohio Contact local agency or Childhelp USA for assistance.

Oklahoma Toll-Free: (800) 522-3511

Oregon Toll-Free: (800) 854-3508; Ext. 2402
Local: (503) 378-6704
TDD: (503) 378-5414

Pennsylvania Toll-Free: (800) 932-0313
Local: (717) 783-8744

Rhode Island Toll-Free: (800) RI-CHILD (800-742-4453)

South Carolina Local: (803) 898-7318

South Dakota Local: (605) 773-3227

Tennessee Toll-Free: (877) 237-0004

Texas Toll-Free: (800) 252-5400
Local: (512) 834-3784
After hours: (512) 832-2020

Utah Toll-Free: (800) 678-9399

Vermont Toll-Free: (800) 649-5285
After hours: (802) 863-7533
During business hours, contact local agency or Childhelp USA for assistance.

Virginia Toll-Free: (800) 552-7096
Local: (804) 786-8536

Washington Toll-Free: (866) END-HARM (866-363-4276)

West Virginia Toll-Free: (800) 352-6513

Wisconsin Local: (608) 266-3036

Wyoming Contact local agency or Childhelp USA for assistance.