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As cute, chirpy and succinct as its name, the ‘Stack-Chick,’ a prototype designed by Sharon Myoung, a recent graduate of the Pratt Institute, is a stacking toy with a hidden surprise. Four donut shapes stack in a color coordinated fashion to create a squinty, little chick. As each ring is removed, a nestled egg inside the donuts is revealed. The egg is meant to encourage childrens’ curiosity about the process of nature, while teaching them which animals lay eggs. Once this darling toy finds a manufacturer, we’d suggest making it out of non-toxic EVA foam.
Times are changing, with suburban Edible Estates, healthier school lunches (thanks to Edible Schoolyards), and now a White House South Lawn transformed into a bountiful vegetable garden patch. This is true progress, eco-citizens! In recognition of this great moment in presidential greening, our good friends at TheWhoFarm, are encouraging kids of all ages to write a thank you letter to First Lady Michelle Obama, as a sign of appreciation for her efforts to freshen up the White House agenda, and the American diet, with a cornucopia of organic veggies and homegrown goodness.
We’re big fans of Petit Collage, both for their whimsical designs and green-sensibility. When shopping for green art pieces, you can’t beat the value of Petit Collage, an eco-smart and affordable choice. If you haven’t had the pleasure of owning anything from Petit Collage, their brand new ‘My Favorite Things’ posters for boys and girls is a delightful place to start. We’re so smitten with this artwork that we’re selling it in the Inhabitat Shop! The adorable My Favorite Things poster for boys is shown above, and highlights boy-minded fun, such as crawling ants, toy cars, and drums.
Petite Collage’s Tree Friends Mobile just arrived in the Inhabitat Shop! These new bamboo tree dwellers are ready to hang out with your modern tot. This fresh piece from an Inhabitots favorite, Petit Collage, is laser cut from sustainably harvested bamboo plywood, assembles quickly and easily, and includes a clear thread for simple incorporation into your child’s bedroom or play space. The sweet little trio – a bird, an owl in a tree, and a hedgehog are sure to bring a smile to your little one’s face. Note that due to the nature of the material, pieces may vary slightly in color and grain.
The iconic school desk chair gets a 21st-century makeover with QProducts‘ QDesk, a molded plastic one-piece that can be recycled at the end of its life. Made from 100% polyethylene, the QDesk won’t corrode like metal or warp like wood, and it’s easier to manufacture because it’s all one material. It’s also designed with ergonomics in mind, which makes a ton of sense considering how much time your child spends hunched over in a school desk for hours on end. Bonus: The back contains a built-in cubby for assorted knickknacks. Both left-hand and right-hand options are available, in 14″ and 16″ versions.
We’re on a roll with the baby bowling posts today, and we wanted to ‘strike’ up a conversation about Sigikid‘s bowling set as well. This perfect little bowling set for your organic babe is eco-friendly, machine washable, made with 100% organic cotton and stuffed with organic lamb’s wool. All components come tucked neatly inside a reusable organza bag. Each of the pins boast vivid colors, and the bear, frog, and doggy all sport the hip, signature Sigikid scarf. The extra soft set of 3 bowling pins plus a rattle ball is a safe way for your baby to fine tune his motor skills and learn about cause and effect while tossing balls and knocking down the pins. The Natural Love Organic Bowling Set is a great idea for baby play dates. Safe for newborn +.
Creatively inclined kids with love this beautiful Deskhouse, which doubles as both a playhouse and a drafting table / desk for art activities. We spotted this lovely design by Spanish kids furniture company NinetoNine at the Milan Furniture Fair, and now we are coveting one for ourselves.
This adorable Giggle exclusive is sure to be a literal hit with your little one. Not only is this Bowling Buddies Set of sweet animal pins perfect for lovin’ and squeezing on, but your tot can line
Kids Haus loves Romp’s Pouch Pals, and so do we! What a sweet way to keep toys organized and off the floor! Kids are more likely to help with clean-up too, when tossing toys into the animal’s
Every child deserves a green start when entering the world, and since newborns spend most of their time in the nursery, making this sacred space as non-toxic and pure as possible is a key goal for
The FarFar Play Barn is a fresh, eco-friendly spin-off of a classic children’s toy. This cheery barn is made of birch plywood and lacquered in non-toxic paint, a delightful upgrade from the plastic
Just in time for summer, we want to give one lucky family a Sprout Your Own Leafy Wonders mini garden kit! Kids will love planting these hearty seeds and watching them grow into lively foliage. This kit
School’s out for summer! What better way to continue your child’s education throughout the summer months than by planting a garden together? Chronicle Books’ ‘Sprout Your Own Leafy
There is no doubt that once your baby or toddler starts to accumulate a medley of toys, the possibilities for interactive play begin to shapeshift right before your very eyes. But how cool is it when one
These fun, graphic animal clocks from Tree by Kerri Lee will add a splash of color and humor to your child’s wall, while helping them learn how to tell time. Totally adorable cutout number eyes are
Recycled Tin Words, designed by Karma Living, have been around for a while, but most don’t consider them decor for a baby’s nursery or a child’s playroom. However, imagine (no pun
Tree by Kerri Lee‘s lovely keepsake Wind-up Wooden Music Boxes have been featured in several magazines including Child, Kiwi, and American Baby, and it’s easy to see why. These charming music
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