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RESOURCE BOOKS FOR TEACHERS AND VOLUNTEERS

You may want to purchase or check out these resources from your school or local library.They provide strategies and contacts for obtaining “free stuff.” Much of the material written in this booklet was based on the information contained in these resources. If youchoose to purchase the books, make sure the publishing date is current with the schoolyear since much of the information contained in these resources is subject to change fromyear to year. The website http://www.amazon.com has descriptions and discount pricesfor these resources. To find out books relating to “freebies” do a searchon the website for“free things for teachers,” “free things for kids,” or “freebies.” Happy hunting.

The Official Freebies for Kids: Something forNothing or Next to Nothing! (5th ed.)by Freebies Magazine (Editor) and Jessica Schiffman(Illustrator)

Cost: $5.00-11.00 (range depends on where and how it ispurchased)

Age Range: primarily elementary age, but there are someproducts that are appropriate for junior high and high school

This is a great resource to look for many different types of “freebies.” It contains a comprehensive list of products, addresses to all of the sports organizations, and Internetgames. This resource includes instructions on how to obtain “freebies” from each of the resources, including how to write letters, what to include in the body of your letters, andcompany addresses.

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The Official Freebies for Teachers: Somethingfor Nothing or Next to Nothingby Leo Abbett (Illustrator)

Cost: $5.00-11.00 (range depends on where and how it ispurchased)

Age Range: primarily elementary age, but there are someproducts that appropriate for junior high and high school

This is a great resource to look for many different types of “freebies.” It contains a comprehensive list of products, addresses to all of the sports organizations, fan packages,and internet games. This resource includes instructions on how to obtain “freebies” from each of the resources, including how to write letters, what to include in the body of yourletters, and company addresses.

Free Stuff for Kids 2002 (Free Stuff for Kids)by Free Stuff (Editor)

Cost: $5.00

Age Ranges: primarily for elementary, but there are someproducts that are appropriate for junior high and high school

This is a great resource to look for many different types of“freebies.” It contains a comprehensive list of products, “cool stuff” addresses for all ofthe sports organizations, and internet games. This resource includes instructions on howto obtain “freebies” from each of the resources, including how to write letters, what toinclude in the body of your letters, and company addresses.

Free Stuff & Good Deals for Your Kidsby Linda Bowman

Cost: $10.36

Age Ranges: primarily for elementary, but there are some products thatare appropriate for junior high and high school

This is a great resource for parents or volunteers who want to find freegifts and great bargains for their kids. This resource is packed with information on free orreduced items, education information, arts and crafts, sports and games, magazines andbooks, travel bargains, and more. Addresses for each company or organization areorganized in such a way so it is it is quick and easy to take advantage of all of the offersin this book.

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Free Stuff for Kids on the Net (Cool Sites)by Lisa Trumbauer

Cost: $17.90

Age Ranges: primarily elementary age, but some products areappropriate for junior high

This is a great resource for the Internet user. Typically, there is onewebsite per page that includes a description of what is included on the website. Studentsreviewed this resource and tested the websites they liked the best.. It is important that youpurchase this resource for the current school year since many websites change, becomeextinct, or are out-of-date.

Unbelievably Good Deals That You AbsolutelyCan't Get Unless You're a Teacherby Barry Harrington and Beth Christensen

Cost: $10.36

Age Ranges: primarily elementary age, but some products areappropriate for junior high and high school.

This resource is crammed packed with all types of free products orgood deals to use as reinforces. It also includes ideas for other types of reinforcingactivities, such as ideas for inexpensive field trips and assemblies, plus ideas for bringingprofessional sports stars to your school. Guidelines for obtaining “freebies” are listed including letter writing, thanking the donator, and scheduled times to reinforce studentsfor good classroom behavior.

The Kid's Address Book: Over 2,500 Addresses ofCelebrities, Athletes, Entertainers, and More Justfor Kids (Kid's Address Book, 5th ed.)by Michael Levine

Cost: $11.16

Age Ranges: appropriate for all ages

This resource has been completely revised and updated so most of theaddresses and websites are current. Information on how and where to

contact the coolest names in Hollywood, the most important politicians, and the mostexciting organizations and clubs are listed with descriptions. This includes where to sendfan mail, share opinions, request information, or simply say "hi" to just about anyone,including music, movie, and TV celebrities.

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The Sports Address Book: A Collector's Guide toFree Autographsby Cynthia Mattison (Compiler)

Cost: $34.95

Age Ranges: appropriate for all ages

This resource is a wealth of information on how to obtain “freebies” from sports franchises. It provides hints from how to track your

requests to asking for discarded or unused equipment. It does not stop there. This bookalso provides information on ideas for getting sports cards, autograph pictures, publicappearance with sports stars, and much more.