Archive for 'Children'

Once in a while an idea comes along that is so genius it makes you wonder why in the world someone didn’t think of it sooner.

The new plastic-free gDiapers are a perfect example. Unlike ordinary disposable diapers that can take up to 500—500!—years to biodegrade in a landfill, these eco-friendly underthings consist of a washable [...]

Like it or not, it’s Back to School Time, and preparing for school can be a hairy time.  Now you can keep things simple, eco-smart and cost-effective by purchasing green school supplies online.

Just in time for gearing up, The Green Office is partnered with Green School News and introducing Green Back to School Kits for [...]

As new parents to son Kal, the Granvilles were compelled to create more alluring baby diaper and paraphernalia bags for both mom and dad, and then naturally branched out to also create cool bags for beach and kids.  These grabbed my attention for their good looks, functionality and eco friendly quotient. (more)

Hand embroidered clothing for tots and toddlers. Some goods are organic, others are not.
organic boy tee ($22)
organic girly tee ($22)
more organic @ thesweetline.com

We live in a neighborhood aptly named The Woodlands. We’re surrounded by loads of trees which offer up spectacular fall colors from every vantage point in the house. When you buy a house here you agree to abide by the rules of a covenant drawn up in the late 1980’s which disallows, among [...]

For eco-parents and care givers, this chic, 100% organic cotton papoose carrier will get your bambino where he or she needs to go, hands-free.
$58 @ newnativeinc.com

In an interesting turn of events, we found ourselves at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on Earth Day this year. What a great chance to get a bird’s eye view of how Disney is engaging in earth-friendly pursuits. Disney’s cast members greeted all guests with a “Party for the Planet” pin, and the children were [...]

Kids say the darndest things. So when my 6-year-old asked me yesterday how many light bulbs we have in the house I wasn’t as shocked as I was curious about where her query originated. Seems the eco-savvy Easter Bunny brought her Ellen Sabin’s “The Greening Book” which hopes, among other wonderful aspirations, to [...]

With all the concerns about dangerous and toxic kids’ toys today, finding a company like Down to Earth Toys is a relief. Over 90% of their toys are made in America, including the Recycled Tire Horse Swing as well as Pete Seeger tunes, musical toys, wooden, natural, and educational products; sure to spark any [...]

Keep it organic this Easter with Airytale’s adorable Knit Bunny. This green doll has finely embroidered details, is naturally colored and stuffed with natural, unprocessed and unbleached cotton filling.
materials: 100% organic cotton fabric & organic cotton and walnut pellet fill
$26.95 @ ecotoytown.com

Looking for a cute and useful gift for a child? My Bag and Me, written by Karen Farmer and illustrated by Gary Currant, comes with a reusable bag tucked discreetly into the back cover of the book. Both the book and the Tyvek bag are 100% recyclable.
Written in rhyme, from the perspective a young [...]

Bohmo, a self-proclaimed green boutique, provides organic, sustainable, and trendy threads for women, men, and babies. Naturally, because the clothes are organic, they don’t contain those nasty chemicals and pesticides found on traditionally-grown cotton.
You’ll find many comfy, chic designer pieces reasonably priced. Check out this mini hipster’s corduroy duds! If you’d like to [...]

While cleaning the kids’ playroom for what must be the umpteenth time today I spied the bag of Tree Blocks that our entire family loves to build with. These unusual building blocks are cut from tree branches and make the most beautiful sculptures, keeping little hands busy for at least long enough for me [...]

For those expecting, having a round belly doesn’t mean you have to compromise your style or comfort. Round Belly Clothing has not only you, but your entire family, covered. Round Belly carries organic clothing for Mothers to Be, Women, Men, Talls & Eco Sprouts. This company is on a mission to [...]

When twelve-year old Hunter noticed a wasteful trend at his school, he decided to do something about it. That’s how Project Kool was born – from a young environmentalist’s dream to stop global warming.
Hunter saw that most of his peers threw away paper and plastic lunch bags daily, so he and his parents came [...]