Top 5 eco-friendly gifts for kids

Let’s face it, Christmas is all about the kids. Luckily, there are some great gift ideas around this year that don’t involve large amounts of plastic and ridiculous packaging.

Only 5 gifts could make the final list, but there’s a great choice to choose from this Christmas. For more ideas from sustainable wooden toys to solar powered helicopters, take a look at our shop directory for more gifts for kids ideas.

These are our top 5 green gifts for kids this Christmas.

5: Cardboard Rocket Play House

This ticket to outer space is made from recycled cardboard, and comes in a plain design so kids can decorate it to their liking. Folds away flat for easy storage, so can be chucked in the boot of the car to transport (just don’t leave it outside in the rain!). Suitable for toddlers, up until about 7 years of age.

Cardboard Rocket Play House, £29.99 from Nigel’s Eco Store

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4: Mr Robot Head

The old classic given a Doctor Who type twist. All you need to do is direct the wire from one side of the head to the other, without touching the wire. Easy, eh? But be careful, if you do touch the wire, Mr Robot will buzz at you and his eyes will flash.

This is a wind-up toy so does not require batteries. It does, however, require a very steady hand!

Mr Robot Head, £19.99 from Nigel’s Eco Store

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3. My First Eco Radio

Another wind-up toy. This toy radio plays a host of sounds to entertain the young ones, and has enough nobs and dials to keep them twiddling away for ages.

My First Eco Radio, £14.99 from Ethical Superstore

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2. Milk-O Mini Bag

Made by Doy’s women’s cooperative in the Philippines, these fun bags are fashioned from food and juice cartons that would otherwise head straight to the tip when emptied.

Milk-O Mini Bag, £4.99 at Natural Collection

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1: Recycled Aircraft Tyre Horse Swing

You would never guess that this was made from an old rubber tyre. Who would have thought something so simple could keep the kids entertained for a very long time. Can be hung outside, or on a frame inside. Beats Playstations hands down!

Suitable for children ages 3 and upwards (tree for hanging not included)!.

Recycled Aircraft Tyre Horse Swing, from Ethical Superstore, £79.95 at Ethical Superstore

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