Have an Eco Halloween
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Just because Halloween is one of the major consumer holidays in the country doesn't mean you have to throw your green habits out the window.Kiwi magazine, a publication dedicated to bringing families into a healthier, more eco-friendly lifestyle, recommends these green tips to help you and your children celebrate a green Halloween.
Homemade Costumes. There is no need to spend money on expensive costumes the kids will only wear once. Get creative, and find old clothes around the house to improvise on costumes. Cardboard boxes, newspaper, pipe cleaners, and non-toxic paint can transform the boring into boo-tastic outfit!
Reusable Trick-or-Treat Bags. Using a reusable bag doesn't mean the old pillowcase. Now, there are many different Trick-or-Treat bags to choose from. ChicoBag has created an eco-friendly candy bag sure to please your little goblin!
Give Healthy Treats. Every Halloween, the average child receives about 250 pieces of candy, most of which present a danger to your child's life when consumed in large quantities. Some of Kiwi's favorite healthier options include Zooton's gummies, Fruitabü fruit rollups, Crispy Cat candy bars, Annie's gummy bears, Endangered Species chocolate bars, Hero Yummi Bears, Clif Fruit Rope and College Farm NaturePops lollipops.
Use Nontoxic Face and Hair Paint. Add some bold colors to your child's costume! Try Circle of Friends Hair Paint, a non-toxic hair paint kit that comes with a great activity book and five colors like blazing blue and gleaming gold.
On the Net: www.kiwimagonline.com
Labels: awareness, eco-kids, green, waste-free
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 12:30 AM,
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