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And the Wisconsin winner is…

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“Go green!” is the motto for today’s society. In keeping with the trend to keep our environment clean and healthy, parents and educators can teach kids at a young age how to recycle. Keepin’ It in the Loop: a Recycling Activity and Learning Guide For Educators and Students (call number NAT 6/2:R 42/17/2007 and NAT 6/2:R 42/17/2007) recently won the prestigious Wisconsin Distinguished Documents award given out each year to a Wisconsin government document that “contributes significantly to the expansion of knowledge; provides inspiration and pleasure to an identifiable readership; contributes to public understanding of government agencies; and is distinguished by the clarity of its presentation, its typography and design, and its overall appeal.”

The Department of Natural Resources made these documents to teach young kids the importance of recycling and created fun and clever activities to make them think about the impact they have on their environment.

On June 6, 2008, Government Information Day in Madison, those who compiled these documents proudly received their awards from the Government Information Roundtable section of the Wisconsin Library Association for designing and creating these documents. Check out these winners located in the Wisconsin Documents collection, as well as the honorable mentioned documents listed below:

Governor’s Task Force on Campus Safety (GO SAF 2.1: )
Wisconsin Great Lakes Chronicle (COA 1/2:G 766/)
Turning Points (online)

For more information on the yearly winner’s of the Wisconsin Distinguished Documents Award, visit the Wisconsin Library Association Government Information Roundtable website.

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Student Teachers: Government Resources

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Student teachers, students in education classes, teachers, etc:
The Federal government produces materials specifically for classroom use. There are many such items in the University Library’s Federal Documents collection. Here are some examples:

Scenes of Science (Grades 6 – 12, DVD)
Call no. A 77.40:SCI 2 (ask at the Reference Desk)

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Learn how the Agricultural Research Service is working to ensure a safe and high quality food supply, assess the nutritional needs of Americans, sustain a competitive agricultural economy, enhance the natural resource base and the environment, and provide economic opportunities for communities. Topics include; Foods and Health, Crops and Environment, Farm Animals, New Products, and Insects.

The Wisconsin State Capitol Activity Book
call no. WIS A 9/2:C 3/5/1993

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This coloring and activity book for young kids will entertain as well as teach them about the history of the State Capitol building, its architectural designs, State Seal, State animal, the Governors of Wisconsin, and the flowers and trees planted around the square. Learning about the State of Wisconsin government is required for all 4th graders, but it’s also fun for those teaching and learning about it.

Wisconsin Quality Educator Initiative: PI 34 Professional Development Plan
call no. WIS ED 6/2:E 28/2/2005

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Published by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, this document holds the very information all teachers within the state are concerned about: how to get licensed to teach. It gives teachers the necessary guidelines for renewing their teaching license with a professional development plan (PDP) and tells you how to write a PDP. Check out this important document today so you know what to do when you have to renew your teaching license so you can continue to have a positive influence on young kids within the education field today.

Helping Your Child Learn Math
call no. ED 1.302:C 43/35

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Math isn’t everyone’s favorite subject in school. That’s why the Department of Education has published this informative document to give parents and teachers a guide to help children learn math through a variety of activities from kindergarten through fifth grade. From fractions to word problems, real life applications are used to show the important impact math has on our daily lives.

The Adventures of Echo the Bat
call no. NAS 1.19:2000-08-001-HQ

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Combining a beautifully illustrated story with a set of activities for young children, this book seeks to teach kids about perspective, shape, pattern, color, and texture. It also teaches kids about the migrating adventures of bats throughout the United States.

Many of these educational kits and documents are freely available through the government. A library student worker in the Government Documents Department who is an education major frequently orders educational items to use in her classroom and highly recommends every future teacher to check out these items and order them for their classroom. You can order these free government kits and activitiy books at the Department of Education’s EdPubs website.

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Empowering Youth with Nutrition and Physical Activity

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Trying to get kids and young teenagers to eat healthy and to stay active isn’t easy for any adult. That’s why the U.S. Department of Agriculture has created a workbook entitled Empowering Youth with Nutrition and Physical Activity for teachers and caregivers to encourage the youth of America to make healthy choices for a healthy future. Topics discussed include facts about diseases brought on by unhealthy behavior, how to incorporate healthy eating into a young person’s daily diet, guidelines for offering healthful meals and snacks, nutritional information about labels, fats, sugars, and how to incorporate safe physical activities into a young person’s life. Check this book out today and start planning a healthier future for yourself and for the young people you teach or even for your own children or nieces and nephews.

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Pentagon 9/11

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Pentagon 9/11

A lot has been written about the Twin Towers on September 11th. Here’s your chance to find out more about the attack on the Pentagon and the rebuilding efforts. Published by the Defense Department, Pentagon 9/11 provides insightful details into the damage inflicted upon the Pentagon by the terrorist attack. Colored photographs, graphs, charts, and maps of the Pentagon before and after the terrorist attack give us a clear and shocking picture of what it was like to be at the Pentagon when this devastating event occurred and the efforts to repair the building and heal a nation.

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America’s Children

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America's Children: Key National Indicators of Well-Being 2007

Our children are our only hope for the future, but we are their only hope for their present and their future.–Zig Ziglar

The youth of this world will someday be leaders. We must ensure the youth are properly equipped and trained for their futures. The only way to guarantee a successful future for them, we must take care of them today.

Education students interested in the critical data concerning the welfare of American’s youth should definitely check out the newest government publication America’s Children: Key National Indicators of Well-Being 2007.

Filled with statistics, graphics, and information about child health, education, behavior, physical environment and safety, health care, economic circumstances, and family and social environment, this document provides an in-depth report on our nation’s children as well as offering recommendations from 22 federal agencies and several private organizations all concerned with the future of the youth of this country.

For more information, visit the government website at http://childstats.gov.

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Wisconsin Magazine of History

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Wisconsin Magazine of History

With the endless hot days of summer come the excited calls of fans cheering on their favorite baseball teams. Barry Bonds recently broke the home run record held by Hank Aaron. But did you know Hank Aaron once played for the Milwaukee Braves?

In the summer 2007 issue of the Wisconsin Magazine of History, the history of the Milwaukee Braves is remembered. The magazine highlights the glory days of baseball, recalling the history of the game from its early days before the Braves moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta, the beginning of a new era with the Brewers in 1982, and memorable pictures of County Stadium and photos of famous players and events. The Wisconsin Magazine of History covers many issues related to Wisconsin and the people and places and events of this wonderful state. The magazine is published by the Wisconsin Historical Society four times a year and is shelved in the Periodicals Department located on the first floor of the University Library. Check it out and learn all about the fascinating history of Wisconsin!

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United State Botanic Garden

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A Botanic Garden for the Nation

Summer is here and the flowers are in full bloom. From your back yard to well-kept neighborhood parks, nature brings life to the world once again with colorful flowers. During this warm and sunny time of the year, flowers remind us to take some time from our busy lives and enjoy nature in all of its glory.

The United States Botanic Garden, located in Washington, D.C., provides a unique opportunity for people to visit and view a wide variety of beautiful and rare flowers and plants. This book provides readers with a thorough history of the national gardens formation and purpose, as well as vivid photographs and detailed descriptions of each plant. Check this book out and you’ll be in awe of the beautiful and colorful plants nature offers us! And perhaps you’ll be inspired to create your own botanical garden in your own back yard (or at least visit the U.S. Botanic Garden the next time you’re on vacation)!

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Women in Congress 1917-2006

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Women have politically impacted the role of the United States government ever since the 19th Amendment was passed when they were finally granted the right to vote. But just how much do you know about the women who have served in the U.S. Congress and brought about historical and political change?

Women in Congress 1917-2006

The House of Representatives has compiled a thoroughly informative book commemorating the women who have served in Congress, from Jeannette Rankin, the first woman to serve in Congress, through the many current female members serving their constituents today. Capturing the vivid history during the times these women served, the book provides biographical information on each female representative, including how they became active politically, the years they served in Congress, their voting records, pictures, and personal quotes. Check this book out and learn more than you can imagine about the political history of the United States and how women have changed history by getting involved in politics.

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Lessons Learned from 9/11

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The tragic events of September 11, 2001 impacted the way of life for many Americans. From government agencies to law enforcement, changes have been implemented to prepare for the next disaster.

Lessons Learned from 9/11

The National Institute of Justice utilized the knowledge of experts related to the field of forensic sciences who have experience with the events of September 11th to publish their findings of “lessons learned” in the policies and procedures of identifying victims who perished in the World Trade Center attacks. These experts discuss “DNA protocols, laboratory techniques, and statistical approaches” for officials who deal directly with mass fatality incidents. Covering such issues as the basics of DNA identification, major decisions for officials and forensic experts to make during the mass fatality event, information technology used in each procedure, how to properly conduct media sessions, establishing relationships between those identifying the bodies and the victims’ families, how to report accurate statistics and findings, and how to maintain quality control in a DNA laboratory.

If you’re a forensics, biology, or a criminal justice student, or just curious about DNA procedures, check out this government documents publication.

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Hurricane Katrina: A Nation Still Unprepared

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A Nation Still Unprepared

You’ve heard about the havoc Hurricane Katrina wreaked on the coasts of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. Now you can read all about the effects the storm had on the residents of these affected areas and the government’s response to the human tragedy that hit the U.S. coast in the summer of 2005.

The Senate Committee of Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs has compiled a 700-page bound document entitled Hurricane Katrina: A Nation Still Unprepared, filled with colored photos of the devastated areas, detailed descriptions of what happened before, during, and after the hurricane hit, and the chaos and confusion created by government failure to meet the people’s needs. As a result, this document cites the fraud and wasteful spending which followed the devastation, errors and mistakes that should not have been made, and provides recommendations from their findings on how to prevent the chaos from happening during any other emergency situation as well as key points to help better prepare the nation for future disasters that will avoid the confusion, wasted time and funds, and better meet the needs of the people affected.

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