May 2010 Notable Toys — Eco-Friendly

Stormy Seas is a stacking game where the boat is ready to be loaded with cargo and the seas are moving the boat up, down and sideways. Players must carefully load the boat while balancing the cargo. Includes one boat with flag, 25 cargo pieces and one die. All pieces, other than the flag, are made of bamboo. Launch date: 2010.

Add an outdoor patio to any dollhouse with bamboo plants, decking, a patio set with a working umbrella, and a miniature grill with four shish kabobs. Hape International Marketing Manager Robin Lehnert told TDmonthly about the company's "use of bamboo to create a very unique and realistic dollhouse furniture set." Launch date: Feb. 2010.

The Big Picture is a socially conscious salute to Uncle Rock’s musical heroes, including 12 original songs and two covers. Known for his rockabilly style and lyricism inspired by Roald Dahl and Shel Silverstein, Uncle Rock offers a musical variety show here with songs about recycling, acceptance of differences and the importance of shopping locally. Publicist Beth Blenz-Clucas of Sugar Mountain PR told TDmonthly, "These songs are fun but also provide food for thought." Launch date: April 13, 2010.
— Jenn Savedge of Mother Nature Network praised the CD for being “socially conscious” but not “sickeningly sweet.” She told fellow parents, “You'll honestly be glad when your kids want to hear it again and again.”
— Jeff Bogle of Out With The Kids was equally impressed by the mellow and more upbeat songs featured on the CD. He proclaimed, “If you’ve never owned an Uncle Rock album before, now is the time to rectify that situation.”

These non-toxic, rock-shaped crayons are made in America from natural soy wax derived from American-grown soy beans. Colors include, red, pink, blue, sky, green, grass, dark yellow, light yellow, orange, peach, purple, light purple, brown, tan, black and gray.

The Creation Cottage is made from 100% recycled cardboard material. The unique design allows for a sturdy drawing surface for child. The white exterior is a blank canvas that child will be able to design on their own. Measurements (Assembled): 42.25"L x 39.5"W x 54"H

USA-made and eco-friendly, Rock-a-Thigh Baby thigh-highs (a tights and legwarmer hybrid) are fashionable and functional socks designed to stay up and stay on. These stylish socks are for girls and boys, infants and children, starting at size 0-6 months. Rock-a-Thigh Baby President Jennifer Dutcher told TDmonthly, "Cuff design and ribbed panels make RTBs the Kiddie socks that rock and stay up on top!" Launch date: 2010.

For urban parents with babies on the go, RoSK provides attachable stroller gear that protect against the elements. The Sun Cover is made of 100-percent organic cotton and offers SPF 30 sun protection that lasts all day and doesn't need to be reapplied. Designed with lightweight cotton to not add warmth on hot days, the Sun Cover comes with RoSK signature ribbon ties for attaching to strollers, carriers, infant car seats, and more. It provides an alternative to chemical sunblocks on babies and children with sensitive skin. "The combination of the Sun Cover being made of organic cotton and SPF 30 makes this cover an original," Heather Correa, owner of Rain or Shine Kids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 28, 2010.

Reducing fossil fuel use and CO2 emissions is part of the recipe for aspiring gourmets who use the Green Toys Chef Set. This classic collection of kitchen essentials is made in the U.S.A. from 100% recycled plastic milk containers. Safe, non-toxic, BPA-free, and even meets FDA food contact standards. Dishwasher safe. The set includes a stock-pot with lid, skillet, ladle and spatula.
 

Made in the USA using 100-percent recycled cardboard material, the Shuttle Imagination is designed to take a child on a new adventure every day. It allows for a sturdy drawing surface and encourages creative play. Measurements (assembled): 39" L x 34" W x 72" H. Fin attachments are 12" in length. Launch date: February 22, 2010.
Awards: 2010 Tillywig Top Fun; Spring 2010 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval

The Easter Grass-kit offers an eco-friendly, all-natural alternative to wasteful plastic grass. It's designed as a fun and educational activity for parent and child to enjoy together in anticipation of the holiday. Each kit contains enough materials for two medium baskets of real grass. Recommended growth time is seven to 10 days. Launch date: March 5, 2010.

Satsuma Bento Gift Box Sets are designed to welcome baby to the world. Each baby bento gift box set is enclosed in the chocolate gift box and ribbons and lined with novelty papers (each one unique) to coordinate with the eco-elegant gift set. "The brand new Satsuma Bento Gift Box Sets are an innovative combination of organic baby gear with easy, affordable and eco-luxe gift giving," a representative of Satsuma Designs told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2010.

Pippalily's organic toy straps keep baby's favorites on board and off the ground. Simply Velcro one end of the 100-percent organic cotton toy strap to a car seat, stroller, carrier, etc., and the other adjustable end to the object of choice: teethers, snack containers, sippy cups, plush toys, etc. MSRP is $10 for the standard cotton and $11 for the organic. The product is made in Canada. Launch date: November 2009.

This colorful version of Memo features some of the smartest animals from the animal kingdom, such as the elephant, chimpanzee, dolphin and parrot. Players try to match up as many of them as they can before their opponent. Terra Toys produces "environmentally friendly products that teach about conservation through an easy to understand medium, Saving Wild Animals," Sean Tyrrell, Category Manager, Terra Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2010.

SOLAR PET ROCK by Desk Pets is the rocking robot that responds to light. The more light it gets, the more it rocks. Four different colors rock in four different ways. The Solar Pet Rock uses 100-percent green energy for power. Batteries never need to be replaced. Launch date: August 29, 2009.

Crazy Crayons are made from 100-percent recycled crayons. Crazy Crayons and packaging are made in the USA with 100-percent non-toxic materials. When individuals are finished using them, they can send them back to the company to be made into new crayons. Launch date: February 15, 2010.

Made from soft bamboo velour and natural corn fiber filling, this take-along friend features tug and teethe elements for baby. Launch date: May 2010.

This multi-paneled portable play space can be toted around as a book but opens up to reveal themed scenes that create a large, personal play area for children. Kids can fold out the panels all around them and play with toys and accessories inside the impromptu play area.The cardboard and paper is made from 100-percent recycled material, and the glossy, UV-cured outer layers are designed to prevent fading and offer a dry-erase surface. The Castle Edition has 15+ panels with a suggested retail price of $39.99 to $42.99. Launch date: May 2010.

This adorable, soft plush sheep with soft pink legs is perfect for babies, and safe for them too! This new line of eco-friendly plush baby and toddler toys from HABA is made using Öko-Tex certified materials.

Baby boys and girls will love this soft, plush sheep clutching toy with a green flower and easy to grab ring shape. This new line of eco-friendly plush baby and toddler toys from HABA is made using Öko-Tex certified materials.

Baby’s will stay safe and secure when they cuddle with either of these Cotti Guardian Angels Toni or Tine. This new line of eco-friendly plush baby and toddler toys from HABA is made using Öko-Tex certified materials.

This new line of eco-friendly plush baby and toddler toys from HABA is made using Öko-Tex certified materials and maintains HABA’s distinctive European aesthetic. This Cuddly Cotti is soothing when being rubbed on baby’s cheek and even has knots for babies to suckle.

Now children just don’t have to count the sheep, they can pull the sheep.  Soft plush sheep with removable wheels. This new line of eco-friendly plush baby and toddler toys from HABA is made using Öko-Tex certified materials.

Cute, flower-wearing sheep Cotti is filled with natural Spelt seeds so it can be warmed or cooled for baby’s comfort. This new line of eco-friendly plush baby and toddler toys from HABA is made using Öko-Tex certified materials.