Archives for November 2010

Could Plastic Coated Board Books Contain BPA?

Don't run to your bookshelves and start throwing out board books just yet. I don't have answers, but I want to share a concern that recently popped into my head while cleaning out my son's bookcase. Could plastic-coated board books contain BPA? Board books are a staple of … [Read more...]

Toys “R” Us Continues to Sell Toxic PVC Toys Despite 2008 Promise

On February 15, 2008, toy giant Toys "R" Us promised consumers it would phase out toys with dangerous chemicals. REDUCTION OF PHTHALATES AND POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) -- USE: All manufacturers have been notified that by the end of 2008 juvenile products sold in any Toys"R"Us … [Read more...]

10 Cyber Monday Eco-Friendly Kids and Green, Wooden Toy Deals

1. Mimi the Sardine Coated Organic Cotton Child's Apron $16.00 (originally $19.95) Our eco friendly jungle apron is soft as cloth yet is permanently water and soil resistant. It is made from acrylic coated cotton and the cotton fabric was made in Sweden and meets the Oeko-Tex … [Read more...]

5 Green Products: Whole Life Nutrition to Yoga Planet

1. Simple Food for Busy Families: The Whole Life Nutrition Approach This book is a great resource to teach families the difference between the Standard American Diet (SAD) and natural eating. It is written for today's busy families, and although it includes recipes, it is not … [Read more...]

10 Black Friday Deals on Green Toys

Although I am an adamant supporter of Buy Nothing Day, I know today is a day of savings which many families need this holiday season. Here are ten green toy deals I found today: 1. Plan Toys City Series Parking Garage: $79.99 (regularly $99.99) + free shipping lan Toys … [Read more...]