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The American Coal Foundation is pleased to offer teachers a variety of K-12 classroom materials to support science and social studies curriculum, including brochures, booklets, posters, worksheets, videos, and CD-ROMs. Be sure to also check out other ACF-recommended teaching products!
Coal Sample Kit
Grades K-12
Samples of peat, lignite, bituminous coal and anthracite in re-sealable bags, including a brief description of the formation and different types of coal. First coal sample kit free!
(Grades K-12, Cost: $2.25, Order # AC-1009)
 
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Coal-Related Activities for Elementary Students
Grades K-6
40-page booklet complete with 15 engaging activities and hand-outs for students in grades K through 6.
Coal-Related Activities for Secondary Students
Grades 6-12
32-page booklet complete with 10 engaging activities and hand-outs for students in grades 6 through 12.
Coal Science Fair Ideas
Grades 4-12
Project ideas associated with coal's production and use to help spark students' interest in science fairs. Helpful tips and resources are included.
Power from Coal
Grades 6-9
17-page booklet with background information and student activities describing the formation, history, production, transportation, and current uses of coal. Complete with charts, graphs, images, and glossary. Also available: Power from Coal Teacher's Guide


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The first copy of the following print items is available at no charge for teachers. Additional copies available at cost.
Teacher's Packet
Grades K-12
Our most popular product! Each packet contains a coal sample kit plus all ACF booklets and posters listed on this page.
(Grades K-12, Cost: $12.50, Order # AC-1022)
American Coal Foundation Brochure & Order Form
Will you be conducting a teacher workshop but don't have the funds to purchase multiple teacher packets? The self-mailer ACF brochure is your answer! Teachers at your workshop can fill out and mail the tear-off order form to receive a FREE teacher packet.
(Cost: $1.05, Order # AC-1044)
Electrical Generation Poster
Grades K-12
Vibrantly-illustrated 23" x 35" poster illustrating the various ways to produce electricity, including generation from coal. Reverse side includes panels with detailed information about electricity: what it is, how it is produced, and how it is distributed.
(Grades 6-12, Cost $2.25, Order # AC-1043)
Let's Learn About Coal
Grades 3-6
16-page booklet that uses activities such as puzzles and word games to explain how coal is formed, produced, and used in the United States.
(Grades 3-6, Cost: $1.25, Order # AC-1003)
Mine Reclamation Poster
Grades 6-12
Colorful poster with a technical focus on the process of reclamation—from pre-mining activities to future beneficial use of the reclaimed land. Teaching information and activities on reverse side.
(Grades 6-12, Cost $2.25, Order # AC-1036)
What Everyone Should Know About Coal
Grades 4-12
15-page illustrated booklet that describes the types of coal, the basic ways to mine coal, how coal is used, how it affects the environment and new technologies.
(Grades 4-12, Cost: $1.00, Order # AC-1005)
What Everyone Should Know About Electricity from Coal
Grade 4-12
15-page illustrated booklet explains how electricity is generated from coal and delivered to homes.
(Grade 4-12, Cost: $1.00, Order # AC-1006)
What Everyone Should Know About Land Reclamation
Grades 4-12
15-page illustrated booklet that describes the land reclamation process.
(Grades 4-12, Cost: $1.00, Order # AC-1007)
Updated!
Coal Poster
Grades K-12
Updated and revised with recent information, this attractive, colorfully illustrated 23" x 35" poster conveys information on the formation, exploration, production, transportation, and uses of coal.
(Grades K-12, Cost: $2.25, Order #AC-1001)
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Reclaimed Mine Site Poster
This beautiful poster highlights the many uses of fully reclaimed mine sites: golf course, recreation areas, schools, prisons and airports. Back of poster includes a classroom activity and information about reclamation of coal, sand and gravel, and clay mines after mining is completed. Produced by the Interstate Mining Compact Commission.
(Grades K-12, Cost: $2.25, Order #AC-1045)

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The following items will be available this year. Pre-order them today!
Coal, Careers and You
Grades 6-12
Newly revised and updated, this popular booklet highlights the varied careers associated with coal, from the exploration geologist who finds the coal to the mining engineer who figures out how to produce it. Learn how to become a part if this broad industry.
(Grades 6-12, Cost: $3.25, Order # AC-1037)

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