BPA-Free Kids Act Would Label Products as “Banned Hazardous Substances”

Could the BPA era of chemically altering our children finally be over? Oh, how we have ranted over the years! From autism to erectile dysfunction, BPA has been linked to many harmful health effects. Hopefully that is all about to end thanks to Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, … [Read more...]

Fast Food Hamburgers Safer Than School Lunches

Fast food is notorious for its high calories and fat content; however, a new study has found the meat served by restaurant chains, such as McDonald's, is actually safer than the hamburgers served in school lunches. It is not that fast food, largely responsible for the obesity … [Read more...]

12-Year-Old Boy Suspended for Selling Junk Food

Many schools have eliminated junk food from vending machines on campuses, and some have even gone so far to ban it entirely. When schools have outlawed junk food, some students have responded by "dealing" fatty snacks to their peers. Recently, a 12-year-old boy from Liverpool … [Read more...]

Green Toy Giveaway Winner: Natural Pod Wooden Boat and Stairs

Our biggest green toy giveaway in celebration of Eco Child's Play's move to Simple Earth Media is over. Thanks to Natural Pod, Crystal C has won a wooden rocking boat and stairs handmade in Canada valued at $224! Crystal wrote: I enjoy reading this blog a lot. I always … [Read more...]

5 Green Products: Rubberwood Toys to Wooden Doll Rocker

1. Handmade by Jules Sweet Baby Hat This handknit baby hat is from the wonderful Etsy merchant Jules Silas. It's made from 100% cotton yarn, which appears to be pearle. I love the long stocking cap and tassels! In a whole host of colors, as well as custom made, they can be … [Read more...]