Buying recycled presents for your kids is like giving the planet a high-five while teaching your little ones the ultimate superhero move – recycling!
Not only does it save the environment, but it also adds a dash of magic to gift-giving. Imagine the joy on their faces when they discover that their new toy or gadget has a cool history – it’s been transformed from something old into something shiny and new.
It’s a lesson in sustainability disguised as playtime, and it sets the stage for eco-friendly superheroes in the making. Plus, it’s a surefire way to show them that saving the planet is not only important, but totally rad!
Eco-Friendly Gifts for Kids
Below are some great ideas for recycled gifts for sustainable gifts for kids.
Recycled Swimwear
Many brands are creating gorgeous swimsuits for kids out of recycled fabrics. Below are our favorites from Boden. Find more Recycled Swimwear for Kids.
These Boden swimmers are adorable. They are made using recycled fabric and are reversible too. Boden’s tagline is “We love clothes that last”. A pretty good start in our books. They want you to wear their stuff for a really long time. They even offer a 1-year guarantee on their products. Plus, they offer a 3-month return policy on most items.
Boden use ECONYL® regenerated nylon from recycled fishing nets and fabric scraps along with recycled polyester lining in their swimwear range
Recycled Toys
Green Toys are definitely green! They turn recycled plastic milk bottles into fun toys. They are 100% made in the USA with safety always first in mind.
Happy Planet Toys are made in Australia using food-grade recycled HDPE. They have just released their second product so head on over and check them out.
Made from recycled rubber these realistic sea animal toys are a great way for your child to learn more about the ocean.
Recycled Fashion
For all those fashion-forward parents get ready to dive into the world of recycled polyester fashion for your kids, where style meets sustainability in the most fabulous way!
Buying recycled polyester is like a magic trick – it takes plastic bottles and turns them into super-soft, super-cool clothes that your little ones will adore.
Not only will they look like mini fashion stars, but you’ll also be teaching them a valuable lesson in recycling and reducing waste. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to show them that saving the planet can be as fun and colorful as their new outfits.
These beautiful outfits by Boden are perfect for the holiday season.
Recycled Backpack
Your kids can walk proudly with this backpack created from recycled fabric. It’s made using recycled plastic bottles and comes in so many colors they will have trouble choosing their favorite.
Sustainable Books
My favorite book that teaches kids about protecting the environment is The Lorax by Dr. Seuss.
“UNLESS someone like you…cares a whole awful lot…nothing is going to get better…It’s not.”
Long before saving the earth was a global concern, the Lorax, was warning us against mindless progress and the danger it posed to the earth. The original eco-warrior!
You can get it as an ebook, with read-along narration performed by comedy legend, Rik Mayall, saving some paper along the way.
Providing your kids with easy things they can do to be more green. Drawing on both sides of the paper, turning the tap off when they brush their teeth, picking up trash that isn’t yours. All great lessons for the future carers of our planet.
Recycled Drawing Supplies
Sometimes the simple presents are the most fun.
This recycled pencil set includes recycled pencils and a ruler made from 100% recycled newspaper.
Recycled Crayons
I heard about people recycling crayons some time ago. What a wonderful idea. You might not have considered that crayons contain plastic.
So recycling them encourages imagination and artistic adventures, all while reducing waste and spreading joy one drawing at a time.
Here are some wonderful recycled crayons that would be a cute gift for your little one. I especially love the idea of the personalized crayons.
