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Safe Green Toys for Kids of All Ages

Gift Ideas That Are Safe, Nontoxic and Sustainable
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Sprig Discover Rig

Sprig toys, Rig, trucks, energy storing, push toys, kids Sprig Discover Rig\r\n\r\n\r\n Molded from Sprigwood, a combination of recycled wood and reclaimed plastic, Sprig\'s Discover Rig is the latest must-have eco-toy. No batteries necessary! The Discover Rig stores energy created as the car rolls. This energy then powers the Discover Rig\'s lights and sound. $49.99 at toysrus.com, 1-800-869-7787.\r\n\r\n

Organic Cotton Stuffed Animals

Organic Cotton Stuffed Animals Organic Cotton Stuffed Animals Let your little ones play pretend with Miyim\'s 100% Organic Cotton Fairytale Collection. Each magical character — from Victoria the Bunny to Baby Ellie the Elephant — is soft and naturally colored with embroidered details and an unprocessed and unbleached cotton filling. $28 each at giggle.com, 1-800-495-8577.

Organic Veggie Basket

Organic Veggie Basket Organic Veggie Basket Made from environmentally friendly rubber wood and nontoxic water-based paints, this Wooden Vegetable Set is practically edible. $30 at toysandgamesonline.com, 1-800-869-7787.

Puffy Dragon Ride-On

Wonderworld, Eco-Friendly toy, Dragon toy, Ride-On toy Wonderworld Eco-Friendly Puffy Dragon Ride-On\r\n Constructed from rapidly renewable rubber wood, then painted with nontoxic paints, Wonderworld\'s Eco-Friendly Puffy Dragon Ride-On toy is sure to delight the tiniest tot on your list. $89.99 at toysrus.com, 1-800-869-7787.\r\n

Recycled Rubber Drum Set

Recycled Rubber Drum Set, musical instruments, toys Recycled Rubber Drum Set\r\n Made from discarded rubber wood that is preservative-, pesticide- and latex-free, this Recycled Rubber Drum Set is the safest and greenest way for your kids to give you a headache. $56 at nybgshop.org.\r\n

Wheelybug Riding Toys

Wheelybug Riding Toy, ride on toy Wheelybug Riding Toys\r\n Kids love the easy, unlimited mobility of the multidirectional Wheelybug Riding Toy, made from renewable plantation timber. Parents love it too as it glides quietly over floors. $59.99 - $69.99 at princelionheart.com, 1-800-544-1132.

Radio Flyer Big Flyer Trike

Radio Flyer, Big Flyer Trike, tricycle, ride on toy Radio Flyer Big Flyer Trike\r\n Parents and kids love Radio Flyer because the company puts its large collection of classic toys through a strict series of tests — all to ensure Radio Flyer toys exceed the highest level of safety and fun standards. $79.99 at target.com, 1-800-591-3869. \r\n

Eco Coated Little Aprons

Eco Coated Little Aprons Eco Coated Little Aprons Functional and pretty — plus the cloth does not contain chemicals harmful to your little one\'s health. Fits children 2-6 years. $19 at katespaperie.com, 1-800-809-9880. \r\n

Green Toys Cookware and Dining Set

Green Toys, Cookware and Dining Set, play kitchen, toys Green Toys Cookware and Dining Set\r\n The Green Toys Cookware and Dining Set is made in the U.S. from recycled plastic milk containers that save energy, reduce landfill waste and lower greenhouse gas emissions, all in the name of good green fun. $39.99 at nubiusorganics.com, 1-831-600-7744.\r\n\r\n

Play Washing Machine

Play Washing Machine Play Washing Machine Play \"green house\" with this Washing Machine Play Set made entirely from sustainably harvested and rapidly renewable rubber wood. $89.99 at toysandgamesonline.com, 1-888-549-1633.

Earthopoly

Earthopoly, Monopoly, board game, environmental games Earthopoly\r\n Teach kids about the planet and how to care for it with this eco-friendly board game made from recycled paper and soy-based ink with natural and recycled game pieces, based on the popular Parker Brothers classic, Monopoly. Earthopoly players buy properties, collect carbon credits and trade them for clean air. Game cards give interesting property facts, as well as \"Go Green\" tips. $25 at uncommongoods.com, 1-888-365-0056.\r\n

Wind Power Science Kit

Wind Power Science Kit Wind Power Science Kit Teach your kids about alternative energy with this high-tech and hands-on Renewable Energy Wind Power Science Kit. Each kit includes basic kid-friendly information on renewable energy and all the materials needed to make a working wind turbine. $50 at weelittlesprouts.com, 1-877-468-6957. \r\n

Woodstock Ukulele

the daily green, gifts for kids, toys Woodstock Ukulele\r\n Have a budding musician on your list? Woodstock\'s ukulele is not only handmade from sustainably sourced wood, it\'s also the perfect starter instrument for your future guitar hero. $18.99 at arsatoys.com, 1-888-478-4677.\r\n

Solar-Powered Helicopter

solar powered, toy helicopter, flying toy Solar Powered Helicopter\r\n Set this battery-free wooden chopper in a sunny spot and watch its solar-powered propeller spin. $32 at plasticashop.com, 1-323-655-1251.

Eco Dome Kit

Eco Dome Kit Eco Dome Kit Do your little ones rule your world? Let them rule their own. A kid-friendly terrarium, the ECO Dome is uniquely designed to mimic real land systems, living systems and atmospheric effects, teaching kids how light, the earth, plants, water and air are all linked in a delicate cycle. $58 at nybgshop.org, 1-718-817-8869.

Green Tea Set

Green Tea Set Green Tea Set Celebrate teatime with Green Toys Tea Set made from recycled plastic milk containers. Each set includes a teapot, sugar bowl, creamer, 4 cups, 4 saucers and 4 teaspoons. $24.99 at target.com, 1-800-591-3869.

Nature Science Discovery Tank

Nature Science Discovery Tank Nature Science Discovery Tank Get your child outdoors and appreciating nature with this exciting science kit. The Nature Discovery Tank provides a great introduction to bugs of all kinds, with lots of fun experiments, bug-collecting equipment, models and an informative guide. $18 at naturepavilion.com, 1-570-386-1133.

Everything Kids\' Environment Book

Everything Kids\' Environment Book Everything Kids\' Environment Book The Everything Kids\' Environment Book is full of fun eco-activities for ages 9-12 (or younger with parental guidance). $7.95 at earthkits.com, which has other cool stuff for eco-minded kids, too.

Riding Bunny

Riding Bunny Riding Bunny Hop to it! This sturdy wooden riding bunny is made from sustainably harvested trees and painted with nontoxic paints — perfect for jack-rabbiting around. $118 at ybgshop.org, 1-718-817-8869.

Eco Rangers DVD Game

Snap TV, Eco-Rangers Animal Kingdom DVD, Interactive Game Snap TV Eco-Rangers Animal Kingdom DVD Game\r\n With over 250 animals, 5 missions and hundreds of questions, Snap TV\'s Eco Rangers Animal Kingdom DVD Game turns young animal lovers into bona fide eco-rangers. $9.99 at bestbuy.com, 1-888-237-8289.\r\n

Sprig Rally Racer

Sprig Rally Racer Sprig Rally Racer Molded from Sprigwood, the latest in child-safe, bio-composite material made from recycled wood and reclaimed plastic, the Sprig Rally Racer is no doubt the hottest toy this holiday season. $19.99 at enviroproductsworld.com, 1-800-640-3281.

Vermont Teddy Bear

Vermont Teddy Bear Vermont Teddy Bear Help endangered bears with a gift from Vermont Teddy Bear\'s Save The Bears Collection, a made-in-America line of afflicted bears ranging from the Moon Bear of China to the Black Bear (pictured here). $5 from the sale of each bear will go to the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW). $109.95 at vermontteddybear.com, 1-800-988-8277.

Wooden Beads Toy

Wooden Beads Toy Wooden Beads Toy Made from rubberwood, a replenishable resource, the City Beads Urban Themed Bead Maze makes an excellent and eco-friendly learning and developmental tool for kids. $99.95 at smartmomma.com, 1-919-847-0024.

Wooden LIKEaBIKE

Wooden LIKEaBIKE Wooden LIKEaBIKE No pedals? No problem. Kids quickly learn to master this wooden push-along cruiser. Made of high-quality varnished birch plywood and high-grade steel, the toy vehicle is built to stand up to any amount of wear, while keeping your child safe. Wrapped around the handlebar is a frog-shaped LED light. $289 at likeabikeusa.com, 1-800-525-0350.

Wooden Ride-On Fire Engine

Wooden Ride-on Fire Engine Wooden Ride-on Fire Engine Early walkers will love this Ride-On Fire Engine from favorite eco-toy company Wonderworld. $84.99 at toysrus.com, 1-800-869-7787.

Ballerina Socks

Ballerina Socks Ballerina socks Protective in more ways than one, these adorable Organic Cotton Ballerina Socks keep both your baby\'s tender feet and the environment intact. Sure to make your little princess feel like a prima-ballerina. $20 at alexcaseybaby.com, 1-866-574-3536.

Lion and Tiger Punch-out Masks

lion, tiger, masks, awf Lion and Tiger Punch-out Masks Good for children ages 5 and up, these six lifelike masks are made by illustrator Jan Sovak. Punch out the eyeholes, add a bit of string or a rubber band, and they’re ready to roar! Proceeds benefit the African Wildlife Foundation. $5.95 at awf.org or 800-901-2779.

African Animal Tracks

African Animal Tracks Animal Tracks book James Kavanagh\'s African Animal Tracks is a must-have reference guide for any kid on safari ... or any imaginative kid or adult who wants to identify the tracks and dung of common African mammals. Proceeds benefit the African Wildlife Foundation. $5.95 at awf.org or 800-901-2779.

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