A staggering statistic from The World Counts highlights just how much waste toys can create: "The toy industry uses 40 tons of plastic for every $1 million in revenue" — and it's a $90 billion dollar industry!
With the vast majority of toys being made from plastic, an easy swap to reduce waste and potentially harmful products from your home is to choose wooden toys from vetted, sustainably minded companies.
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PlanToys Pretend Play Wild Animal Set
Why It's Cool
This set of four wild animals are made from sustainably harvested rubberwood trees, non-formaldehyde glue, and non-toxic dyes. A better choice for toys that may find themselves nibbled on.
$24.99
Once-Kids Eco-bricks Color Wooden Toy Blocks
Why It's Cool
We love these FSC-certified wooden eco-bricks because they're compatible with LEGO, making them an easy transition to a more eco-friendly toy collection!
$19.99
EverEarth Carpenter Playset
Why It's Cool
Hands-on play is so important for a kid's development. EverEarth's Fair Labor and FSC-certified beechwood playsets help with that development in a safe and stylish way!
$119.99
Le Toy Van 60 Building Blocks & Cotton Bag
Why It's Cool
Safety tested for ages 12 months and up, this cheerful set of blocks offers hours of durable, plastic-free fun from a carbon-neutral brand with an eye towards ethical and sustainable practices.
$59.95
Idea Collective Spotted Lanternfly Wooden Maker Kit
Why It's Cool
Just one of a variety of similar kits, these are perfect for a slightly older kiddo with a love of making. Each kit comes with a lesson: This one on how to look for and remove the invasive spotted lanternfly.
$54.99
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