New for Consumers

Release Date: August 2004

FREE CONSUMER INFORMATION CATALOG
Fall 2004

You've got the crayons, notebook paper, lunch-box and glue, and with the new fall edition of the Consumer Information Catalog your back to school list will be complete. The Catalog features more than 200 free and low-cost government publications that can help you and your kids have a terrific school year. Get tips on packing a healthy lunch, saving money and much more.

Here are some of the publications you'll find in the free fall Catalog :

  • Using the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (Item 321L, 50 ¢ ). Before planning the weekly lunch menu, use this handy guide to help you choose nutritious and well-balanced meals that your children will enjoy.
  • 66 Ways to Save Money (Item 342L, 50¢). With school in session, you'll be making more phone calls for the PTA and using more gas driving to school functions. This brochure gives you money-saving tips on how to lower your gas and phone bills and much more.
  • How to Keep Your Heart Healthy (Item 669L, free). Use this guide as a family to learn how to maintain a healthy heart by developing healthier eating habits and increasing physical activity.
  • Mr. Plug's Fun Book (Item 667L, free). While your kids are learning the basics of reading, writing and arithmetic, this book can teach them about electricity and safety. Get tips to safeguard the whole family.
  • Insuring Your Deposits (Item 671L, free). Make sure the money you save is secure in your bank. Consult this brochure to learn how much and what types of accounts are covered in banks insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

Whether kindergarten or post-grad work is on your calendar, you'll do well with help from the Catalog. There are three easy ways to get your free copy of the Catalog :

  • Call toll-free 1 (888) 8 PUEBLO . That's 1 (888) 878-3256, weekdays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • Send your name and address to Consumer Information Catalog, Pueblo, Colorado 81009 .
  • Visit www.pueblo.gsa.gov to order a Catalog or print out these and hundreds of other federal publications for free.

Get even more information and take advantage of federal online resources at www.FirstGov.gov —your official front door to federal and state government websites.

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  • Please check with Shantae Goodloe if you plan to use this release after November 15, 2004
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