Bring Me Up: The Environment
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Play it Safe
Plastic toys that contain bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates, suspected hormone disruptors, have already been banned in some places. Eco-parents should consider wooden or organic cotton toys, especially with teething babies, since these potentially toxic chemicals are more likely to leach out when babies chew or suck on the toys. So ditch that "rubber" ducky...oh no!

Perennial Toys has some safer bath toy options if you want to check out their shop. They Perennial Toys creates toys and gifts that enhance a child's understanding of Earth's habitats. We focus on aquatic habitats and the endangered animals that depend on these sensitive environments. EachPerennial product also reflects our mission to manufacture and promote eco-friendly toys and gifts. Plus, a percentage of all purchases goes to wildlife conservation efforts.

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Tuesday, April 8, 2008
'Iddy Biddy' Steps Make Big Environmental Change
The Earth might seem like a big place to a small child -- it would, after all, take more than 131 million steps to walk around the Equator. But a new brand of eco-friendly toys teaches children that taking just one small step each day can help them celebrate the spirit of Earth Day throughout the year, not just on the April 22 commemoration.

I have noticed in my spring time shopping there are more toys available for children to work outside. My son has a small wheel barrel, shovel and rake. He also has "Go Deigo" garden gloves. How wonderful it is to not only teach him to work outside and be a helper, but also in wanting to pay attention to his environment.

Idbids is headquartered in Atlanta and creates fun toys that teach children "iddy biddy steps make a biggie big difference" in keeping our Earth happy, healthy and green.

Iddy Biddy toys are meant to remind children they need to be good to their environment. One of the toys is "Waverly, the bright blue water drop" and as you might surmise, Waverly is deeply concerned about protecting the Earth's water resources and keeping them clean. Your child will learn to care for Waverly and then also will be more educated and pay more attention to water resources around him. Teaching your children to turn the water off while brushing their teeth is one easy way for them to learn about saving water...or Waverly. =o)

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