Green Gifts for Christmas: A List from Amazon.Com

I’m sure you’re already trying to complete your Christmas list, buying gifts for your children, your nephews and nieces, your friend’s kids and your godchildren. As you remember the spirit of Christmas, please also don’t forget the essence of Mother Nature and the importance of going green even in this holiday season.

To make your green gift shopping easier for you, Amazon has come up with 200 of the most popular and safest gifts to give children.  Many of these gifts are priced below $30, so it fits right into most people’s budget. The choices are pretty varied, with items bearing wonderful colors and fine craftsmanship.

You may also want to check this other list of items, Toy Safety have marked as unsafe. Better be safe than sorry, right?

If these choices are not enough and you would really like to scamper and look for other interesting items, here are a few things to keep in mind when buying green, safe, interesting and wonderful items for children:

• Don’t go for plastic toys. Wooden toys are a lot more eco-friendly since they are made from sustainable items.
• Make sure to check the label for toys that may contain toxic materials. Be wary of the way the toys were manufactured or made, from the construction down to the paint and finishing touches.
• Be wary of the design and get toys that are age appropriate.
• Pick toys that are made of organic materials such as cotton or hemp.
• If you purchase toys that are battery operated, make sure to get rechargeable ones instead.
• Go for toys that are made with less packaging or have parts that may be recycled.
• Consider shopping for used items at Craigslist or Ebay instead.

Copyright Eco-Friendly Tips | Powered by WordPress | Using the GreenTech Theme