Green Family Values: Why is Sustainability So Expensive?

Sustainably Produced Crib by Kalon StudiosThe Green Movement and sustainable living are often accused of being only accessible to those with a higher level of socioeconomic status. In some ways this statement is true, but in other ways it is false. Many families simply cannot … [Read more...]

Fair Trade Sports Balls!

Fair Trade is a term often used in the sustainable, green community, and I remember first encountering it on chocolate and coffee labels. According to Alicia Erikson of Green Options, "The Fair Trade criteria (from the Fair Trade Federation) are:Paying fair wages in local … [Read more...]

Global Warming/Climate Change Responsible For Increase in Children’s ER Visits

According to the Sierra Club, "Global warming is responsible for an increase in the number of children's hospital emergency room visits, according to a new University of Sydney report which shows that hospital admissions for fever soar as days get hotter. Children are especially … [Read more...]

Play Silks Provide Boundless Opportunities for Dramatic Play

At an art teacher conference I attended, Play Silks were recommended as the only costume needed for classroom performing arts instruction. Children can make any costume using their imagination with Play Silks. Like blocks, Play Silks are truly open-ended and limitless for play. … [Read more...]

Breastfeeding Saves Lives!

A World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) report issued in February states, "One million babies can be saved each year if they begin breastfeeding within one hour of birth." According to Mothering.com, "if all mothers began breastfeeding within the first hour it would … [Read more...]