Where to Find Green Toys for Kids and Babies

Amanda Abella
Toys have long been a part of the holiday season tradition no matter what you celebrate, and there is nothing like seeing a child's face light up when they get their presents. Unfortunately, many toys are made with hazardous materials like lead and BPA, which can have long term effects on a child's health. Wouldn't you feel better knowing that your child's toys were safe? Wouldn't you want them to have toys that are better for them and the environment? Fortunately, due to the increased awareness of socially conscious living, there is now a huge demand for green toys. By gifting your child green toys not only will they avoid any exposure to harmful chemicals, you can also teach them the importance of being green.

Where to Find Green Toys #1: Green Toys, Inc.

Green Toys, Inc. is committed to making toys that are fun, safe, and environmentally friendly. The company specializes in making classic toys like building blocks, jump ropes, and trucks out of recycled plastic and other eco-friendly materials. This helps reduce the production of new products which can significantly cut fossil fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions.

Where to Find Green Toys #2: Amazon

Amazon has an entire section of their website dedicated to eco-friendly gifts. Among the more popular gifts are the green toys such as puzzles, games, pre-school toys, wooden toys, and plush toys made of organic cotton.

Where to Find Green Toys #3: Sprig

Spring offers a wide variety of eco-friendly toys that are made with natural materials keep batteries out of landfills. They toy company has several different lines to choose from: Adventure Series, Sprig Hollow, Eco-trucks, and Story Builders. Each line has its own unique set of toys that is sure to capture your child's imagination.

Where to Find Green Toys #4: Planet Pixies

Barbie has met her match thanks to Planet Pixies. The eco-friendly company makes dolls made of organic cotton for children ages 3 and up. The dolls are not only beautiful, they also come with information about the threats to the pixie's home and how a child can take steps to living more green.

Where to Find Green Toys #5: Under the Nile

If you have a newborn experiencing their first holiday season this year, look no further than Under the Nile for some great eco-friendly baby gifts. Under the Nile makes toys, clothes, and bath time favorites out of 100% organic Egyptian cotton that will keep your baby snug and safe.

This holiday season spread the gift of green with some of your child's favorite classic toys. This way you will know you are keeping them safe while teaching them the beauty of our planet.

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Green Toys

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Sprig

Treehugger: Planet Pixies

Under the Nile

Published by Amanda Abella

A freelance writer since 2009, Amanda Abella has had work published on Yahoo News, eHow, Miami Examiner, Environmental Graffiti, The Smart College Grad, and Handmade News. She also runs a Gen Y personal deve...  View profile

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