Fair Trade Gifts and Green Toys Ideas For Kids
When you are considering choosing a gift for kids at Christmas or on their birthday
it is easy to get drawn into the latest and greatest flashy toy that all kids would love. Knowing that the chance of that toy lasting past New Years Day is pretty slim can help you steer away from fad toys.If you really want to give a gift that gives in more ways than one then think about the range of fair trade and organic or green toys on the market. The range of these ethically and environmentally friendly toys is increasing all the time and parents (and grandparents) have a range of great options to choose from.
'Jinta' (formerly Etiko) makes a range of sports balls that is guaranteed child free labor. The company is committed to providing above average wages to workers in developing countries who make the ball and also provide additional health and educational benefits to the workers and their families. They make soccerballs, footballs and volleyballs for a wide range of sports and are official international match ball standard compliant.
Green Toys is a new toy company based in the US which makes toys out of recycled milk jugs. Their toys are colourful and durable and have had huge success with parents and kids alike. They are non-toxic and contain no Phthalates or BPA. The range of toys includes things like tea sets, trucks, blocks, jump ropes and a whole heap more. They go that extra step by ensuring their packaging uses only recycled and recyclable materials.
These are just two examples of ways you can make a difference when choosing gifts for your child. Giving at least one fair trade gift or green toy at Christmas will ensure that the makers of the product and the earth will benefit from its purchase. Helping your kids understand where the toys come from is also a gift that will give for years into the future too.
Fair Trade Gifts and Green Toys Ideas For Kids
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