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* Reasonable quantities may be ordered at no charge.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Cleaning Products . . . In Our Homes, In Our Environment
Proceedings from the April 1997 SDA videoconference which presented the most current information on laundry, dishwashing, household cleaning and personal cleansing products, and showcased successful local environmental education programs. 60 pages. For professionals and college students.
Printed proceedings FREE*
Videotape of conference $20.00 each






Soaps and Detergents
A 36-page illustrated booklet on: the history of soaps and detergents; the science of how they work; the functions of cleaning products and their ingredients; the procedures used to evaluate their safety; and typical manufacturing processes. Includes a chart listing many of the ingredients commonly found in cleaning products. For junior or senior high school students and adults.
1-4 copies FREE
Additional copies $1.00 each
The Art and Science of Bubbles
A make-your-own mini book of bubble fun and science. For children ages 6-10 and their parents or teachers.
FREE*
Fact Sheet Notebooks
Three loose-leaf manuals with in-depth information on laundry, household cleaning and dishwashing products and procedures. For professionals, educators and college students.

Laundering
Dishwashing
Household Cleaning

FREE*







Sorting It Out ... Facts About Laundering
A 12-page booklet on how to use laundry detergents and laundry aids effectively; what information to look for on product labels; and how to sort clothes for clean results. For adults and high school students.
FREE*
Laundry Products and High-Efficiency Washers
An eight-page booklet with facts about laundering in new front-loading, high-efficiency washers. Contains practical information on using detergents and laundry additives for best results in the new washers. For adults and high school students.
FREE*
Your Guide to the New Garment Care Symbols
Two reproducible masters developed in cooperation with the Federal Trade Commission that make it easy to learn the new symbols appearing on clothing care labels. For adults and high school students.
FREE*
... it's time to read Laundry Detergent Package Directions
A brochure illustrating laundering variables, from water conditions to soil types. Includes details on why it's important to follow directions on product packages. For junior or senior high school students and adults with low-level reading skills.
FREE*
All the Dirt on Cleaning
A 16-page guide to choosing and using household cleaning products. Features a room-by-room tour of the most common surfaces in today's homes and their cleaning solutions. Includes safety and disposal information. For adults and high school students.
FREE*
Understanding Automatic Dishwashing
A leaflet on the interrelationship of detergent, water and dishwasher that explains why only a specially formulated product should be used in a dishwasher. Contains energy saving and safety tips. For adults and high school students
FREE*
A Handbook of Industry Terms
A 74-page dictionary of more than 200 terms used in the soap and detergent industry. For adults and high school students.
1-4 copies FREE
Additional copies $1.00 each
ENVIRONMENT
Septic Tank Systems and Household Cleaning Products
Four-page brochure on how household cleaning products are treated in septic tank systems. Includes glossary of septic tank system terms, information on the impact of antimicrobial products on septic tank systems and a description of common cleaning product ingredients. For adults and high school students.
FREE*
The Enviro-Kid Pyramid
A reproducible master for a "cootie catcher" game with an environmental theme. One side has environmental Q&As; the other side has artwork so educators can develop their own questions and answers. For educators, and junior or senior high school students.
FREE*
What Can I Do?
A 10-page brochure on the environmentally smart way of using and disposing of household cleaning products. For community educators and consumers.
FREE*
Recycle It!
A six-page brochure on recycling plastic cleaning product bottles. Includes a glossary of recycling terms and guidelines on preparing bottles for recycling. For adults and high school students.
1-100 copies FREE
Additional copies $10.00 per 100
Source Reduction
An eight-page brochure on industry efforts and consumer opportunities to help safeguard the environment by stopping waste before it starts. Includes a glossary of key terms. For adults and high school students.
1-100 copies FREE
Additional copies $10.00 per 100
Today's Cleaning
Information kit includes an overview of the uses, benefits and human and environmental safety of cleaning products; plus Q&As on "natural" cleaning products, mix-at-home cleaners and cleaning product disposal. For educators and communicators.
1 copy FREE
Additional copies $1.00 each
HEALTH & SAFETY
Clean and Healthy . . . Strategies for Today's Homes: Allergies and Asthma
Education program on reducing allergens in the home. Includes 36-page Reference Manual with general information on allergies and asthma, and on lifestyle strategies and cleaning practices that can help control allergens; and a Presentation Kit with talk points and reproducible masters for a 30-minute presentations. For health care providers and educators.
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Managing Allergies and Asthma: A Consumer Cleaning Guide
A 16-page brochure with tips on the top four cleaning strategies (Launder, Control Mold and Mildew, Clean Up Food and Clean Carpets) that can help control allergens in the home. For adults.
FREE*
Clean and Safe
An eight-page brochure that explains the information on household cleaning product package labels; how and why to clean and disinfect surfaces; procedures for safe use and storage of cleaning products; and what to do in case of an accidental exposure. For child care and health care professionals, educators and parents.
FREE*
Food Safety Cleaning Tips
A reproducible master with important reminders about handwashing and surface cleaning to reduce the risk of foodborne illness. For adults and high school students.
FREE*
Home Safe Home for your explorer
A leaflet illustrating potential dangers in the home and ways to prevent accidents. Available in English or Spanish for adults working with parents or others responsible for the care of young children.
English
Spanish

FREE*






The ABCs of Clean
A program for pre-school children, teachers and parents on how handwashing and surface cleaning help reduce the spread of infectious diseases. Includes materials for children (storybook, posters, games, songs on audiocassette, take home story) and for adults (training videotape, teacher guide, parent take-home). For child care and health professionals.

Complete program $20.00 each
Classroom packet (all materials except videotape) $5.00 each

Cleanliness and the Health Revolution
A 68-page book detailing how changes in personal and environmental hygiene played an essential role in the health revolution in the U.S. and England. For professionals.
1 copy FREE
Additional copies $3.00 each




If you are ordering more than the free quantity, please make your check or money order (drawn on U.S. bank) payable to The Soap and Detergent Association and send with the completed order form to:

The Soap and Detergent Association
475 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10016
tel: 212-725-1262
fax: 212-213-0685

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