With less than a few days to go until the 25th, it’s probably time to start panicking if you haven’t picked up presents yet. And when you’re trying to live a greener lifestyle, shopping for kids is especially hard.
Sure, they want the latest toy, but you’re trying to be a conscious consumer by reducing their exposure to suspicious chemicals and cutting back on excessive packaging. There’s already enough plastic in the ocean. Worse yet, is it possible to find a toy they’ll even like?
Don’t fear — if you’re shopping for children this year, earn extra points by going beyond simple wood blocks or another doll with these last-minute, eco-friendly gifts. And for older kids, there’s no better opportunity to help spur their interest in science and technology.
Read on for nine gift ideas for kids of all ages!
Rebecca writes about green technology, sustainability, and big ideas. She graduated from the University of California, Riverside with a degree in Creative Writing. She lives in sunny San Diego. Follow her on Twitter at @beccawriteswhat.
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