Annual Publications and Periodicals

Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences (JFCS)
The Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences: From Research to Practice (JFCS), the official publication of the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (AAFCS), contains peer-reviewed articles, practical information that promotes the well-being of individuals and families, and AAFCS news. Articles published in the JFCS are indexed by Family Index Database, Family and Society Studies World Wide, and the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC). The JFCS is published four times a year: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. For media kit and advertising rates contact AAFCS, 400 N. Columbus Street, Suite #202, Alexandria, VA 22314-2752 or call 800-424-8080. Sent to all AAFCS members as a Member benefit. One-year subscriptions available for nonmembers.

Domestic $175.00 / Foreign $200.00 One year individual subscription
Domestic $350.00 / Foreign $375.00 One year institutional subscription

2004 and 2007 Showcase Editions of the JFCS - These issues are designed to help educate school board administrators and principals, the media, legislators, and other decision makers about how family and consumer sciences classes support the core curriculum and provide life skills in critical areas, such as personal finance and nutrition.  They are available at a special low rate. Download the order form here.

Want to advertise in the JFCS? Contact Debra Bass at dbass@aafcs.org or 703-271-0889. Or, review the online advertising media kit for more info.

Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ)
This scholarly, refereed journal reports research and applications of family & consumer sciences research, facilitating exchanges between family and consumer sciences professionals and other scholars concerned with the well-being of families. It especially welcomes manuscripts with an interdisciplinary focus or those that involve collaboration between authors in two or more specializations and scholarship focused on issues of the profession as a whole. Published four times a year: March, June, September, and December.

Member $30.00
Individual Nonmember $134.00 (Print and Online)
Institutional Nonmember$745.00 (Print and Online)
Institutional Nonmember$647.00 (Print Only or Online Only)

Only Members may order from AAFCS. Nonmembers must order from Wiley-Blackwell at http://www.wiley.com/bw/subs.asp?ref=1077-727X&site=1.

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Historical Books/DVDs

Recalling Our Calling DVD Set
At the American Association of Family & Consumer (AAFCS) 2009 Centennial Celebration in Knoxville, TN, many of AAFCS’ longest-serving members gathered to recognize the remarkable first 100 years of the Association, and to help launch a second century of progress.  Forty-one of these leaders agreed to participate in a unique gathering of oral histories from their professional lives.  They chose to discuss their calling to family and consumer sciences (FCS) through topics of special importance to them.  Their comments provide insights into remarkable individual and group events that have helped shape the FCS profession.

Proceeds from the sale of the Recalling Our Calling 4-DVD set will support the Centennial Challenge Campaign promoting Leadership, Public Policy, and Scholarly Research: :

PRICE (include S & H): $45

In Her Own Words DVD
Long-time AAFCS member Joyce B. Miles, CFCS, Retired, has traveled throughout the country for the past two years with her one woman show, portraying the life of Ellen Swallow Richards In Her Own Words as part of the Centennial Celebrations.  We are now offering her performance for the first time on DVD.  The DVD includes passages that were not featured in her live performances and provides a more extensive look into the dreams and aspirations of the remarkable woman who founded home economics in 1909.  Approximate run time: 45 minutes
 
Proceeds from the sale of the In Her Own Words DVD will support the Centennial Challenge Campaign promoting Leadership, Public Policy, and Scholarly Research:

PRICES (include S & H)

25 or more copies: $28.00 each
Fewer than 25 copies: $35.00 each

Receive an even better deal when you purchase The Life and Legacy of Ellen Swallow Richards and In Her Own Words DVDs together: $45.00 per set (plus a FREE gift while supplies last!)

The Life and Legacy of Ellen Swallow Richards DVD
Written and produced by AAFCS member Joyce B. Miles, CFCS, Retired, The Life and Legacy of Ellen Swallow Richards tells the remarkable story of AAFCS founder Ellen Richards, the first woman to enter MIT as a student and become a professor at MIT. Through historic photos, interviews with historians, and a captivating narrative, you will develop an appreciation for Richards’ tireless efforts to improve our quality of life. She was a world-renowned expert in water quality testing and provided much of the early 20th century writing in nutrition. Richards was instrumental in helping the home economics profession become standardized, systematized, and upgraded. She founded the American Home Economics Association in 1909, now called the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (AAFCS), where she served as the first president. Approximate run time: 13 minutes Proceeds from the sale of the Ellen Swallow Richards DVD will support the Centennial Challenge Campaign promoting Leadership, Public Policy, and Scholarly Research:

PRICES (include S & H)
25 or more copies: $17.50 each
Fewer than 25 copies: $25.00 each

Receive an even better deal when you purchase The Life and Legacy of Ellen Swallow Richards and In Her Own Words DVDs together: $45.00 per set (plus a FREE gift while supplies last!)

Focus on Aging: The Role of Family & Consumer Sciences in
Addressing Issues Affecting Older Adults and Their Families
by Jean Pearson Scott

Focus on Aging includes literature review and issue dilineation, challenges and opportunities for FCS professionals, and conclusions. A monograph commissioned by the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences. 58 pp. 2001. Softcover [Item #0700-11]
$12.00 Member / $15.00 Nonmember

Rethinking Home Economics:
Women and the History of a Profession
(no longer available through AAFCS, see information below)
Edited by Sarah Stage and Virginia B. Vincenti

This landmark volume initiated collaboration among home economists, family and consumer science professionals, and women's historians. Rethinking Home Economics documents the evolution of a profession from the home economics movement launched by Ellen Richards in 1909 to the modern field renamed Family and Consumer Sciences in 1994. The essays show the range of activities in the field, from dietetics to parenting, teaching and cooperative extension work, to test kitchen and product development. Explores the ways gender, race, and class influenced women's options in colleges and universities, hospitals, business, industry, and government, and the strategies women used to overcome obstacles to gain legitimacy. Sarah Stage is Professor and Chair of Women's Studies at Arizona State University, West. Virginia B. Vincenti is Professor of Family and Consumer Sciences and Associate to the Dean for Special Projects, College of Agriculture, at the University of Wyoming. Softcover 

To place an order, visit www.amazon.com or www.cornellpress.cornell.edu. (Retail $20.95)

Home Economics: A Definition
by Marjorie Brown and Beatrice Paolucci

Summary of the proceedings from the national meeting and four regional forums held to discuss the paper "Home Economics: A Definition," by Marjorie Brown and Beatrice Paolucci. Included are the Brown/Paolucci statement; perspectives on the statements by philosophers, historians, and reactors; and a series of questions compiled from discussion groups at the forum. 260 pp. 1979. [Item #0600-6]
$19.00 Member / $24.00 Nonmember

Printed on demand. For multiple copies, please order at least two weeks in advance.

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FCS Song CDs

AAFCS Rock Song CD - "We're AAFCS!"

To launch the new AAFCS brand, AAFCS worked with Michele Meehan, FCS graduate, and Jonathan Sexton and the Big Love Choir to create an upbeat song that captured the new AAFCS key messages and tagline.  The song debuted at the AAFCS 101st Annual Conference & Expo in Cleveland, Ohio, June 26, 2010.  Purchase a copy to use at AAFCS-related events to recruit new members and build excitement for the new century for AAFCS and FCS.  CD includes song lyrics and order form.
$7.00

FCS Rap Song CD

Reference Books

Food: A Handbook of Terminology, Purchasing and Preparation

In print for more than 60 years, AAFCS’ Food: A Handbook of Terminology, Purchasing and Preparation is a must-have reference book for FCS students, educators, and anyone who wants to safely and properly prepare food. The eleventh edition includes previous contributions by Diane McComber, Rachel Schemmel, Nancy Lewis, Janice Harte, and Carolyn Bednar. For this new edition, Carolyn Bednar added current information on the USDA dietary guidelines, labeling laws, and foodborne illnesses, as well as new sources of information.
$34.96 each, ISBN: 978-0-8461-0005-8

Place your order for this book through Goodheart-Willcox Publisher at 1-800-323-0440 or www.g-w.com.

Research Applications in Family and Consumer Sciences
Edited by Barbara L. Stewart, CFCS, Rosa S. Purcell, CFCS, and Rebecca P. Lovingood, CFCS

This new AAFCS monograph, commemorating the joining of the Colleges and Universities Section with the Research Section, includes 15 original articles you can use in your family and consumer sciences college or university research course.151 pp. 2003. Softcover  [Item #0600-17]
$24.95 Member / $29.95 Nonmember

Project Taking Charge
The Project Taking Charge Curriculum is a six-week, values-based, abstinence-focused course for seventh and eighth grade students. It integrates vocational exploration, interpersonal and family relationships, decision-making and goal setting, and family life education offering a holistic approach to adolescent pregnancy prevention. Field tested in 18 sites throughout the country, the curriculum has proven to be successful in changing adolescent knowledge of sexuality. 378 pp. 1995.
[Item #AAFCS-100]
$75.00 Member / $100.00 Nonmember

The Project Taking Charge Trainer's Manual
Developed for use by educators who wish to train family and consumer sciences educators and others to implement the Project Taking Charge Curriculum.  [Item #AAFCS-200]
$35.00 Member / $45.00 Nonmember

Essence of Family & Consumer Sciences CD-ROM
This 30-minute slide presentation, in Microsoft PowerPoint® format, provides audiences with an excellent overview of the family and consumer sciences profession. Highlights include the origins of the profession as well as modern day examples of how family and consumer sciences professionals make a positive difference in individual, family, and community life through their roles in the public and private sectors. The slide presentation comes complete with script.
$14.95

If you are an AAFCS member and would like to download a PDF of the PowerPoint presentation® and other PR materials free of charge, please access the online PR/Media Tool Kit.

Themes in Family and Consumer Sciences:
A Book of Readings, Volume 2
Themes in Family and Consumer Sciences: A Book of Readings is for use in professional development courses in family and consumer sciences and other programs that have their roots in home economics (human ecology, human sciences, human environmental sciences, human resources). This book features articles from issues of the Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences 1995-2004. In the revised edition, articles from the Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences have replaced the original content on pages 18 – 55. A select number of articles printed prior to 1995, or articles that appeared in the Journal of Home Economics, have been included for their historical value or because they present an important concept or perspective not available in more recent issues of the Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences.
Volume 2, 563 pp. 2004. Softcover.
$39.95 each

Place your order for this book through Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher at 1.800.323.0440 or visit www.g-w.com. The item number is A001.

A Book of Readings, 2nd Edition Information and Review

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AAFCS Products

AAFCS Sticky Notepad

A 50-sheet sticky notepad with AAFCS logo, watermark, and web address in color on white paper.
$3.00

Betty Lamp Tattoos
Support the AAFCS Student Unit and be on trend with your purchase of quality Betty Lamp temporary tattoos. Great for conference door prizes! 

Sold in increments of 25 for $1 per tattoo.
For quantities of 100 or more, please contact AAFCS for discount pricing.

AAFCS Notecards

Beautiful, linen-like folded white notecards with the AAFCS logo in color on front and betty lamp watermark, association tagline, and web address on back.
8.5"H x 5.5"W (unfolded)
Pack of 10 w/envelopes.
$10.00

AAFCS Seals (roll of 250)
Silver, oval seals embossed with the AAFCS logo. These are perfect for certificates!
$30.00

AAFCS Polo Shirt

Show your support of AAFCS by wearing a stylish white polo shirt with embroidered AAFCS logo in color on front. Shirt is unisex and sizes are as follows: S (34-36), M (38-40), Large (42-44), XL (44-46)
$15.00

AAFCS Member Pin

Proudly display your membership in AAFCS by adding the AAFCS member lapel pin to your outfit, nametag, or tote bag. Pin is oval with white background and member logo in color.
$8.00

AAFCS Affiliate President Pin

You already "stand out from the crowd" by leading your affiliate—now let others know of your position. These pins are especially important to wear at FCS-related meetings. Pin is oval with white background and affiliate president logo in color.
$8.00

Vintage Silver Betty Lamp Pin
This pin features the betty lamp logo in the center and has a diameter of .75”.
[Item #011037]
$10.00

Vintage Gold Betty Lamp Pin
This pin features the betty lamp logo in the center and has a diameter of .75”.
[Item #011036]
$10.00

Vintage Bronze Betty Lamp Pin
This pin features the betty lamp logo in the center and has a diameter of .75”.
[Item #011035]
$10.00

LifeSkills Clock
A sleek, black moveable face desk clock featuring alarm function and slogan “Now is the time for lifeskills! American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences.” Battery and box included. Stands 5-½” H and 4-¼”W.
[Item #Clock]
$13.00

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Family & Consumer Sciences Products

Family & Consumer Sciences Window Decal
An oval window decal with white background and color Family & Consumer Sciences icon. Adhesive similar to sticky note so it won't damage your window!
$1.00 each or $0.20 each when you order a minimum of 50

Family & Consumer Sciences Sticky Notepad
A 50-sheet sticky notepad with Family & Consumer Sciences icon, watermark, and tagline in color on white paper.
$3.00

Family & Consumer Sciences Mobile Accessory Holder

Navy neoprene pouch with zipper and metal carabiner clip for bag or purse. Has Family & Consumer Sciences icon printed in white on front. Use the holder to carry and protect personal electronics, such as cell phones, compact cameras, and audio players.
5" x 2-5/8" x 3/8"
$5.00

Family & Consumer Sciences Notecards

Beautiful, linen-like folded white notecards with the Family & Consumer Sciences icon in color on front and back.
8.5"H x 5.5"W (unfolded)
Pack of 10 w/envelopes.
$10.00

Family & Consumer Sciences T-Shirt

White 100% cotton t-shirt with small Family & Consumer Sciences icon printed on front left chest and larger Family & Consumer Sciences icon with tagline printed on back (shown at left). Shirt is unisex and sizes are as follows: M, L, XL, XXL.
$15.00

Family & Consumer Sciences Portfolio

Make note-taking easy at your next meeting with this 12 3/4" H x 9 1/2" W x 3/4" D writing pad. Top is blue with debossed Family & Consumer Sciences icon. Bottom is black. Has multiple interior organizing pockets.
$20.00

Family & Consumer Sciences Cause Bracelet with Silver Tag

Raise awareness for family and consumer sciences with this eye-catching bracelet! Navy silicone wristband features debossed Family & Consumer Sciences and sterling silver tag with image from Family & Consumer Sciences icon.
$30.00

Want to support the external launch of the Family & Consumer Sciences brand?

Become a Family & Consumer Sciences Brand Launch Leader by making a minimum donation of $25 and receive an exclusive lapel pin. Send contribution to AAFCS, Attn: FCS Brand Launch, PO Box 79377, Baltimore, MD 21279-0377.

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