Acorn Naturalists

Environmental education products. 
All kinds of science and nature crafts, games, and puzzles for kids. Great books. Wonderful puppets. Animal enamel trinket boxes in the
'Gourds and Boxes' section are priceless!
Boxed notecards.



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Kites!

Homemade or purchased, this is fun and art in the wind.

Here are some places to go buy a kite. I couldn't find a store that sells only kites made with eco-friendly materials. Any suggestions??

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Eco Kite Kit
 http://www.downtoearthtoys.com

http://www.intothewind.com/

http://www.funwithwind.com/


This is a scientific sort of kite kit:
http://www.livingecho.com/products/gift-items/toys/gaiam!kite-building-kit-gaiam-64-0043



Make your own to give, or what about a kite- making kit that you've put together:

Instructions / patterns:

http://www.motherearthnews.com/Do-It-Yourself/Make-A-Recycled-Kite.aspx


http://www.howtomakeandflykites.com/ - nice selection of kites to make

http://www.making-and-flying-kites.com/ - nice selection of kites also

Materials:

http://www.goodwindskites.com/

Glee Gum

Stocking stuffer / gift basket possibility for children on restricted diet:

"Glee Gum is made with all natural ingredients .... Our gum base has super chewy natural chicle harvested from Sapodilla trees in the rain forests of Central America."

They also have Verve's candy making kits

* of course, if you're not the parent or guardian of the child on a restricted diet you'd better check first before giving any sort of food gift. 

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Dharma Trading Co

If you or your recipient are a fabric artist of any sort you must know about this website! Great prices on all sorts of blank white cotton clothing and "dyeables", and just about any type of dye, paint or tool that one might require.
Consider fabric marking pens and a nice white lunchbag, hat, or apron to decorate. This would make a nice gift for just about any kid.
"Dharma Trading Co. was started in 1969 on the principal that it's possible to be involved in business while maintaining good ethical values. "


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Child's Own Studio

Be sure to look at this site. "Child’s Own Studio is a special place where you can transform your child’s drawing into a custom plush doll or soft toy."
They are fabulous!!
Note:
She is so popular that she has a long waiting list. However, she shares a link to a directory of other places around the world where you can purchase soft toys made from children's drawings. 

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Printable Paper Dolls

 

Here is a great site that has all kinds of paper dolls available for you to print out. What about putting together a nice homemade paper doll making kit? You could include printed-out dolls, eco-friendly colored pencils, paint etc (see my arts & crafts category), small scissors, and materials for the child to make their own dolls and clothes. You could even get fancy and use recycled tag board (cereal packages???) and bits of fabric...

Other ideas for homemade kits as presents could be puppet-making supplies; wood working supplies (thanks, Auntie Diane- that was a great gift!); knitting / crochet; art kit; juggling kit; jewelery making kit (with nature objects included if you want to keep the cost low); baking basket; there are lots of possibilities, what are the child's interests??

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Scandinavian Skies

Finnish organic handspun wool. "The sheep lead an enjoyable life and are treated kindly by their elderly owners."

Perfect for making a very special gift or giving to a very special craftsperson.

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Oompa Toys

European and American toys "natural and well-made, but created in humane and safe working conditions" Emphasis on health and safety.
 gift card available

WannaLearn.com

This site is a great resource about making toys. It would also be a good place to inspire you about putting together a toymaking kit as a gift.

Crafting a Green World

A blog that "features do-it-yourself projects that incorporate reused, recycled, and natural materials."
 A great resource for crafters, child or adult.



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Stubby Pencil Studio

"Stubby Pencil Studio offers natural art materials and eco friendly office and school supplies..."

"You'll find unique gifts, non-toxic toys, classic games, books, craft projects and creative kits. Planning a party? Stubby Pencil Studio also offers party favors and decorations, and many other products for your creative family."

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Blueberry Forest Toys

great toys and art supplies

"We search high and low to bring you only the finest, natural handmade toys, playhouses, baby gifts, organic baby toys, games, tricycles and kid-powered/pedal-powered ride-on toys, books, and other beautiful childhood treasures. "


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Bella Luna Toys

Waldorf toys, natural toys, games






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Myriad Natural Toys

UK site, but such cool stuff: ordering and payment from USA is covered in the "how to order" tab



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Magic Cabin Doll Kits

Waldorf- style doll making kit - recommended for use by ages 12 to adult.
Also sells dolls,                                                                                     






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Chinaberry

      Kid's items, books, toys and games, art supplies
      Holiday (mostly Christian)/ season items
      Great toys and other treasures. Searchable by age range.

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Hearth Song

Giving-oriented site: shop by price, age range, gender, holiday.
All sorts of active play.






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Camden Rose

Sustainable wood toy products. Mostly play house toys. Very nice. Music section has lyres! Painting and knitting supplies.
NOTE:  This is not an online store but has locator for store near you. Orders are also accepted by email, fax or phone with a $200 minimum on the first order.

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EcoToyTown

  Cooperative and other board games. Eco craft supplies.
  Organic cotton teethers, rattles, and toys.
  Eco toys and science kits. Scroll down on site to see!!

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EcoArt Works

       Ecological art supplies