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Week of August 25, 2003

Front Page

President's Message

* Building for Tomorrow Starts With Accommodative Housing Policies

Housing Forum

* Make the Elections a Win for Housing

Housing and Economics

* July Single-Family Housing Starts the Best in 25 Years
* Builder Confidence Surges in August

Business Management

* New Phone and Fax Regs Are a Wake-Up Call for Business Owners

Multifamily

* Meth Labs a Potential Problem for Property Managers

Small Builders and Remodelers

* Ombudsman Aids Victims of Excessive Federal Regulation
* Customer Surveys Tell You What You’re Doing Right and Wrong

Seniors Housing

* Make Your Business Friendly to Seniors

Member Dividends

* Pygmy Owl Victory Was a Team Effort

Codes and Standards

* Builders Prepare for ICC Code Hearings
* Square-Footage Standard Under Review

Research

* Energy-Efficient Device Could Revolutionize Lighting Design

Labor

* Training Materials for Entry-Level Electricians Available
* Youthful Offenders Learn Construction Skills

Building Products

* Foam Insulation Enhances Energy Efficiency

International Housing

* Mexico Is Focus of International Housing Conference

Building News Coast To Coast

Association News & Events

* Bob the Builder™ Books Teach Children Home Safety
* Survey Aimed at Improving Arbitration Services
* NAHB Fall Board Meeting Schedule Officially Announced
* Boost Your Marketing Through These Awards Programs
* Calendar of Events

NBN Back Issues

 

Bob the Builder™ Books Teach Children Home Safety

Home builders associations, NAHB members and Women’s Councils can now order the 16-page Bob the Builder™ “Blueprints for Home Safety” activity book that teaches young children about avoiding accidents and injuries in their homes. The publication features a full-color cover and pullout poster and conveys 10 important safety points.

The book also directs children, parents and caregivers to a home safety Web site, which includes information and games associated with home safety.

HBAs and members can distribute the activity books to children attending home shows, parades of homes and special events and to educators in their area. The books can also be incorporated into “home safety day” activities at local elementary schools in which association members and fire fighters in the community can talk with children to reinforce home safety.


Countrywide Home Loans

Available for a limited time, the books are free, apart form the cost of shipping and handling.

For ordering instructions, available quantities and the “Blueprints for Home Safety Member Idea Guide,” click here.

Or, e-mail Kym Kilbourne or call her at 800-368-5242 x8447.


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