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1-WORLD GLOBES & MAPS World Map Wall Murals, Talking Globes, Geography Games, Student Globes and Classroom Maps
A HEALTHY BABY NATURALLY Baby's First Toothbrushes and Hairbrushes. Nutritious and Healthy Yummi Bears, Sour Wormz and Yummy Earth.
ALLERGY BUYERS CLUB Healthy Nursery and Baby Items for Allergy and Asthma Relief. Natural Bedding, Dust Mite Covers, Humidifiers and More.
ANNIE'S HOMEGROWN Bernie's Kids Book Club. Free BookClub for Kids.
AQUARIAN DREAMS Natural Fiber Clothing, Global Imports, Tie-Dyes, Unique Toys
AVENA BOTANICALS Handcrafted, Organic Medicinal Herbal Products for Children. Alcohol-Free Tinctures, Creams, Salves, Books, and Bath and Body Oils.
BABY BUNZ & CO. Organic Cotton Soft Toys, Wooden Toys, and Alphabet Blocks
BABY NATUROPATHICS Organic Cotton Baby Clothing. Wooden and Waldorf Toys for Babies to Preschoolers. Cruelty-free Skin Care.
BABY'S ENCHANTED GARDEN Everything to Gently Nurture the Child in Your Life
BETTER FOR BABIES Innovative Natural and Organic Products for Babies, Kids and Parents Too
CAN YOU DIG IT? Adorable Organic Shirts, Youth, Toddler, Baby, Onesies, Leggings, Hats, Socks, Baby Blankets, Low Shipping
CHALLENGE & FUN, INC. Organic and Natural Toys that Encourage Creativity and Active Learning
DANISH WOOLEN DELIGHT Importer of LANACare Ecological Wool Products: Soft, Soothing, Pure & Natural & Hocosa Woolens from Switzerland
DAVE STREET, ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMER Environmental Presentationsfor Schools and Events. Rainforests, Estuaries, Extinction, Recycling,Etc.
EARTH FLAG Authentic Earth Flag: Made from Heavy Weight, 100% Recycled Materials
EARTH-WEAR Organic Cotton Baby and Children's Diaper Sets, Creepers, Bibs, T-Shirts, Jeans and More. Retail Catalog.
ECO-BEAUTY ORGANICS Soothing Skin Care Products for Children's Delicate Skin. Demeter Certified Organic.
ECO IKE Baby Tees Made w/ 100% Organic Cotton + Water-Based Inks - Eco-Friendly & Tot-Friendly
GOODNIGHT NATURALS Baby Bedding and Cribs, Chemical Free Mattresses, Organic Cotton Sheets, Duvets, Blankets and Crib Bumpers, Kids Bedding
GREEN GOODS Reusable 100% U.S.A. Made Certified Organic Cotton Lunch and Shopping Bags, School Fundraising Program, Organic Cotton Clothing
GREEN ISLAND Eco-Chic and European Organic Fashions for Babies and Toddlers. Cloth Diapers, Toys, Bedding, Furniture.
GREEN T Fun, Quality Organic Cotton T-Shirts and Accessories for Toddlers and Teens
HAZELNUT KIDS Wooden Toys, Bamboo Games, Organic Dolls, Yoga Garden Game, Waldorf Dolls, Play Kitchens, Beeswax Crayons
HEMP QUEEN A Unique Eco-Boutique Blending Creativity andSustainability. Handcrafted Hemp Hula Hoops for Retail and Wholesale.
HIP & ZEN Hip Organic Cotton Clothing for Babies and Kids. Soft, Cuddly and Pure.
HONEYSUCKLE DREAMS Lovely Handmade Organic Cotton Dolls, Animals for Babies, Children
HOME ENVIRONMENT Solid Maple Children’s Bedroom Furniture, Organic Mattresses and Bedding
HUGG-A-PLANET A Perfect First World
IDBIDS Iddy Biddy Steps for a Greener World. Scout, Lola and Waverly, the First Eco-Friendly Organic Plush Toy Characters for Kids.
KIDBEAN.COM Vegan Baby Superstore - Over 500 Fair Labor, Cruelty-Free Products for Babies, Kids and Adults
KISSALUVS Help the Environment and Give Your Baby the Best - Luxurious Cloth Diapers, Wipes, and Other Natural Products
LAPTOP LUNCHES Pack Nutritious, Waste-Free Lunches for School and Travel with Our Cool Reusable Lunch Containers
LITTLE LEFTIES Empowering Messages on Children's Clothing with Non-Toxic Inks, Eco-Friendly Processes
LITTLE STORK Gorgeous Maternity Bags Filled with Premium Organic Products for Labor, Birth & Recovery
MAMA'S BABY Natural Wooden Toys, Organic Soft Toys, Clothing, Bedding, Pillows & More
MEC T-SHIRTS Organic/Natural Designer T-Shirts for Adults, Babies, Kids and Pets. Free Design Included. Mother Earth Goes Eco-Stylish.
MESSAGE PRODUCTS Select Your Personal Check that Will Benefit Children's Organizations
MOTHER EARTH NURSERY DESIGNS Organic Cotton Crib Mattresses, Bedding, Clothes, Carriers, Air Purifiers and More for a Healthy Baby
MOTHERING The Magazine of Natural Family Living
NATURAL POD Natural Items for Play and Daily Living, Including Toys, Games, Dolls, Craft Kits, Organic Clothing and Much More
NATUREPEDIC No-Compromise Organic Baby Crib Mattress -Organic Cotton, Chemical Free, Healthy, Waterproof, Fire Safe, Hypoallergenic, Dustmite Proof, Firm
NUBIUS DESIGN Fresh and Funky Organic Cotton Clothing, Kids SIGGs, Lunch Totes and Accessories for Toddler
NUNOORGANIC Unique Certified Organic Kids Toys and Clothes Made in Organic Cotton, Wool, Linen and Silk
OHGEEZ ORGANIC CLOTHING CO. Made in the USA - Unique Clothing & Bedding Made with 100% Certified Organic Cotton, Sizes Newborn to 9/10
ORGANIC GIFT SHOP Explore Our Outstanding Selection for Children:Natural Toys, Cooperative Games, Woolens, Organic Bedding, Kids Furniture
ORGANICGREENMOMMY.COM Green Registry for Children's Birthdays & Holidays. Natural and Imaginative Toys & Furniture, Organic Clothing & More.
PERENNIAL TOYS Native American Designed Bath Toys, Accessories, and Books Which Teach Conservation of Arctic, River, Lake, and Coral Reef Habitats
PIGWEED PRESS Activity and Coloring Books that Teach Environmentally Responsible Values
PRESERVE JR TOOTHBRUSH BY RECYCLINE 100% Recycled Plastic Handle, Endangered Animal Species on Each Canister
PROGRESSIVEKID Green, Smart, and Fun Organic Cotton Ts, Party Favor Boxes, Bath Supplies, Toys, Books
RECHARGE BASKETS Fun, Educational Green Gift Baskets and Products for Kids - Natural Toys, Bath Products, Gadgets and Books
ROBBIE ADRIAN LUXURY ORGANICS Stylish and Colorful Baby Blankets; 100% Certified USA Organic Cotton and Natural Silk
ROUND BELLY CLOTHING Eco Sprout Organic Kid Clothes. Underwear to Outerwear. Newborn to Size 12.
SUSIE JANE ORGANICS Eco-Friendly Baby/Toddler Clothing, Accessories, Organic Baby Bedding, Organic Body Care, Toys, Games and Music
THE GREAT ELEPHANT POO POO PAPER COMPANY Fun, Educational, Environmentally-Friendly Paper Gifts Made from Recycled and Odorless Elephant Poo Poo
THE SLING STATION Comfortable Back and Front Carriers, Hotslings, Ergo, Maya, Newborn – 3 years
TOUGH TRAVELER Exceptional, Durable, NYS-Made Baby Backpacks & Kids' School Ergonomic Backpacks
VASHON ORGANICS Natural and Organic Products for Your Kids. Sunscreen, Lip Balms, Soap, Organic Cotton and More.
WE ADD UP Committed to Stopping Global Warming? Get Counted. Custom-Printed Kid's "Act Now" Organic Tee.
WHITE LOTUS HOME Bedding and Furniture for Children with Love for the Earth
XEKO Xeko is the Award-Winning Eco-Adventure Game Starring the Wild Animals of Earth’s Endangered Habitats

ECOMALL'S BABY PRODUCTS SECTION


PROTECT CHILDREN FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL THREATS

Help children breathe easier


  • Don't smoke or let others smoke in your home or car
  • Keep your home as clean as possible. Dust, mold, certain household pests, secondhand smoke, and pet dander can trigger asthma attacks and allergies.
  • Limit outdoor activity when air pollution is bad such as on ozone alert days
Protect children from lead poisoning


  • Wash children's hands before they eat and wash bottles, pacifiers, and toys often
  • Wash floors and window sills to protect kids from dust and peeling paint contaminated with lead - especially in older homes
  • Run the cold water for 30 seconds to flush lead from pipes
  • Get kids tested for lead - check with your doctor
  • Test your home for lead paint hazards if it was built before 1978
Protect children from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning


  • Have fuel-burning appliances, furnace flues and chimneys checked once a year
  • Never use gas ovens or burners for heat and never use barbeques/grills indoors or in the garage
  • Never sleep in rooms with unvented gas or kerosene spaceheaters
  • Don't run cars or lawnmowers in the garage
  • Install a UL approved CO detector in sleeping areas
Keep pesticides and other toxic chemicals away from children
  • Put food and trash away in closed containers to keep pests from coming into your home
  • Don't use pesticides if you don't have to - look for alternatives
  • Read product labels and follow directions
  • Use bait & traps instead of bug sprays when you can and place the bait & traps where kids can't get them
  • Store where kids can't reach them and never put in other containers that kids can mistake for food or drink
  • Keep children, toys & pets away when using pesticides and don't let them play in fields, orchards and gardens after pesticides have been used
  • Wash fruits and vegetables under running water before eating - peel them when possible
  • Buy organic produce
Protect children from too much sun


  • Have them wear hats, sunglasses, and protective clothing
  • Use sunscreen on kids over 6 months and keep infants out of the sun
  • Keep them out of the mid-day sun - the sun is most intense between 10 and 4
Safeguard them from high levels of radon


  • Test your home for radon with a home test kit
  • Fix your home if your radon level is 4 pCi/L or higher. If you need help, call your State radon office or 1-800-644-6999
Protect childrenfrom contaminated fish and polluted water


  • Call the local or state health department to learn about any local advisories for limiting the amount of fish to be eaten or beach closings
  • Take used motor oil to a recycling center and properly dispose of toxic household chemicals
  • Find out what's in your local drinking water - call your local water system for your annual drinking water quality report or, if you have a private home drinking water well, test it every year


12 Steps to Healthier Schools    

  1.  Pesticides. Pesticides are toxic and children should have as little exposure to these chemicals as possible. If a school must use these products they should notify parents and teachers a day in advance and use the least toxic materials possible. People should not be allowed back into the buildings until the residue is gone. Only trained and licensed people should be allowed to spray pesticides. --Outside grounds and fields where children play should not be treated with pesticides unless there is a dire reason for an application, and then prior notice should be given to teachers and parents.

  2. Art Supplies and Art Rooms. Art rooms should have proper ventilation. Many art supplies are toxic and become airborne irritating the lungs and bronchial tubes. It is recommended that ventilating systems have between 15 and 20 cubic feet of outdoor air per minute per occupant. Caution should be used to make sure that the contaminated air not circulate into the other parts of the building through the ventilation system.

  3. New Carpeting. When new carpeting is ordered, the carpet, as well as the carpet backing, should be required to be formaldehyde-free. In addition, the installer should be required to use formaldehyde-free and non-toxic adhesives. Formaldehyde is a respiratory irritant, a sensitizer to other chemicals, and a carcinogen. Many carpets, backings and adhesives, have a great deal of formaldehyde and out-gas for long periods of time. Children should not be exposed at all, no less over long periods.

  4. New Construction and Renovations. Good indoor air quality should be one of the chief criteria in planning a project. The contract should require least toxic materials that are practical and work schedules that will not put children and teachers at risk because of compromised indoor air quality. Particular attention should be given to avoiding wood products that use large amounts of formaldehyde as bonding agents, such as particle board. New furniture can also be a source of formaldehyde and therefore, it too, should be specified to be formaldehyde-free, just as with new carpeting.

  5. Playground Equipment with Processed or Treated Wood. Processed or treated wood is often used for playground equipment and for picnic tables. Treated wood has been impregnated with copper and arsenic in order to deter pest infestation, which is why it can be placed directly on or into the ground. The arsenic, in particular, leaches from the wood and is a human carcinogen. If a school has already invested in products made out of processed wood they should paint the surfaces to stop the arsenic from leaching. Children should not be exposed to processed wood that has not been sealed.

  6. Exhaust from Buses or Motor Vehicles. Make sure that the air intake of the ventilating systems are not in an area where cars or buses idle so that incoming air is laden with diesel and car exhaust. Also make sure children are not waiting at bus stops where many buses are idling for long periods of time.

  7. Damp Areas and Areas of Damp Carpeting. Mold can grow in areas of dampness, and many children and adults are allergic to this mold. Molds can cause asthma in many people; therefore wet areas should be remediated.

  8. Cleaning Products Used by the Janitorial Service in the School. Cleaning products should be the least toxic available that will do the appropriate work that needs to be done.

  9. Chemistry Laboratories. Chemistry laboratories and other labs using hazardous materials should be properly ventilated, making sure that the exhaust does not enter other parts of the building.

  10. Copy Machines. Copy machines out-gas ozone and therefore should be well ventilated. They are often placed in small unventilated spaces with people working near them. Ozone is harmful to lung function.

  11. Testing for Radon and Lead. Radon is a colorless, odorless and tasteless radioactive gas that emanates from rock and soil content in the ground. At high enough levels it is a human lung carcinogen. Radon can be easily tested for and rather inexpensively remediated. Also, drinking water should be tested for lead that can come from pipes with lead soldering.

  12. Tobacco Smoke. Schools should be smoke-free environments.


Excerpted from The Lorax by Dr. Seuss

"I meant no harm. I most truly did not. But I had to grow bigger. So bigger I got. I biggered my factory. I biggered my roads. I biggered my wagons. I biggered the loads of the Thneeds I shipped out. I was shippping them forth to the South! To the East! To the West! To the North! I went right on biggering...selling more Thneeds. And I biggered my money, which everyone needs....

And at that very moment, we heard a load whack! From outside in the fields came a sickening smack of an axe on a tree. Then we heard the tree fall. The very last Truffula Tree of them all! No more trees. No more Thneeds. No more work to be done....

'But now,' says the Once-ler, 'Now that you're here, the word of the Lorax seems perfectly clear. UNLESS someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not.'

'SO...catch!' calls the Once-ler. He lets something fall. 'It's a Truffula Seed. It's the last one of all! You're in charge of the last of the Truffula Seeds. And Truffular Trees are what everyone needs. Plant a new Truffula. Treat it with care. Give it clean water. And feed it fresh air. Grow a forest. Protect it from axes that hack. Then the Lorax and all of his friends may come back.'

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