As parents, we want to provide our children with the best toys that are both fun and safe for them to play with. However, we also want to make sure that we are not harming the environment in the process. That's why choosing sustainable materials for children's toys is a great way to ensure that our kids can have fun while also reducing our environmental impact. Below we highlight some of the best sustainable materials for eco-friendly toys.
Reclaimed Rubberwood
One of the best eco-friendly materials for children's toys is rubberwood. Rubberwood is a type of hardwood that is harvested from rubber trees that have reached the end of their latex-producing cycle. The wood is then used to create a variety of toys, from building blocks to puzzles. Because rubberwood is a byproduct of the rubber industry, using it for toys reduces waste and helps to conserve natural resources.
PlanToys achieves zero waste by transforming rubberwood sawdust used in the creation of toys into their innovative PlanWood material.
Reclaimed Rubberwood Toys
My First Camera Red
$15.00
Get picture perfect views of your surroundings with this PlanToys camera. Point, focus, and click the camera and see the different images through the kaleidoscope lens! With a clickable shutter button and adjustable kaleidoscope lens children can point and shoot… read more
Peacock Colors
$28.00
See the world in different colors, or mix the colors to create as many color combinations as you like! This peacock has 5 tail feathers with colored acrylic windows and they can be opened and closed like a real peacock.… read more
Stacking Ring Mouse
$25.00
Create an eye-catching work of art with your Stacking Ring Mouse! This colorful set comes with 5 rings, a mouse head and a bendable base for added safety and fun. Stack, flip and pattern your way to problem-solving success, while… read more
FSC Certified Wood & Paper
Another great sustainable material for children's toys is FSC sustainably harvested wood and paper. The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international organization that promotes responsible forest management. Toys made from FSC-certified wood and paper are produced using sustainable practices that help to protect the environment.
FSC certified & Recycled Materials
Pet Hospital Magnetic Play Scene
$20.00
Loveably look after furry friends with Petit Collage's fun Pet Hospital Magnetic Play Scene! With over 50 magnetic pieces and two scene backgrounds, they'll be checking up on chihuahuas, feeding fish, and more! An elastic loop on the box makes… read more
Shine Bright Music Maker Magnetic Dress Up
$14.00
Dance your own beat with the Shine Bright Music Maker Magnetic Dress Up – where creative minds can dream, bold ideas thrive, and inventive play comes to life! With two individual scenes and 25+ magnetic pieces, you can accessorize your… read more
Dinosaur Kingdom Magnetic Play Set
$15.00
Welcome to the Dinosaur Kingdom! Get ready to roar and create your own majestic creature with this On-the-Go Magnetic Play Set from Petit Collage. Mix and match the 21 magnetic pieces to make your own one-of-a-kind dino and stomp through… read more
Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic
Post-consumer recycled plastic is also a good choice for eco-friendly toys. This material is made from plastic that has already been used and then recycled. By using post-consumer recycled plastic for toys, we are keeping plastic out of landfills and reducing the need for new plastic production.
Recycled Plastic Toys
Stack and Sort Train
$45.00
All aboard for fun with Green Toys' Stack & Sort Train! Not only will your little one love counting, sorting, and stacking the 12-piece set's puppy, kitten, mouse, and bunny shapes, but they'll learn colors, shapes, and motor skills with… read more
Minnie Mouse and Friends Tea Party
$36.00
Gather around for some sippin’ and gigglin’ with the Green Toys Disney Baby Minnie Mouse and Friends Tea Party! This nine-piece set comes with a tea pot with Minnie lid, a serving tray, three 3D cups and three edible-looking treats… read more
Recycled Plastic Stacking Cups
$14.00
Let the stackable fun begin with our Recycled Plastic Stacking Cups! With six colorful graduates and dozens of ways to play, you’ll be entertained in and out of the tub. Pour, scoop, and build your way to counting and math… read more
Sustainably Harvested Cotton
Finally, sustainably sourced cotton is a great option for soft toys and stuffed animals. Conventional cotton production is known to be environmentally damaging, but sustainably sourced cotton is grown using sustainable farming practices that prioritize soil health, water conservation, and biodiversity. Cotton is biodegradable, allowing it to decompose when it is no longer used.
Biodegradable Cotton Toys
Kai - Gender Neutral Baby Doll
$32.00
Our Gender Neutral baby doll is an inclusive and loveable doll suitable for many ages. The adorable hat and removable bodysuit helps to keep little ones active and engaged in caring for their own little baby. • Bonikka dolls are… read more
Katy - Dark Brown Hair with Pink and Seagreen Dress
$32.00
Part of our Dames Collection, sweet and gorgeous Katy loves adventures with her friends, tea parties, and dressing to impress. Size: 15.7in Age Recommendation: 0+ months Safe- Non-toxic Sustainable toys which are biodegradable Plastic Free Socially Responsible Manufacturing Features: Soft… read more
Selina - Pink Bow Doll
$28.00
Selina loves getting together singing, dancing and just having the best of times with her best friends.She has embroidered features and a lovely headband. Her beautiful floral print dress is removeable.Selina is made with love and filled with love making… read more
Choosing sustainable materials for children's toys is a great way to reduce our environmental impact while also providing our kids with safe and fun toys to play with. By opting for materials like rubberwood, FSC-certified wood and paper, post-consumer recycled plastic, and sustainably sourced cotton, we can make a positive difference for our planet and our children's future.