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When it comes to eco-friendly gifts for kids, most preschoolers and young children are pretty easy to please. They haven’t been as influenced by friends and the media as older kids, so pretty much any form of building blocks, dolls, art supplies, or games will be a big hit. Trying to find non-toxic or sustainably…
Choosing eco-friendly gifts for tweens and teens can get a little tricky. Some of the things they like are decidedly not eco-friendly. But it can be fun, too. Tweens and teens are smart, and they’re not as concerned with following the herd as we may have been at their age. You know your child best….
When it comes to eco-friendly gifts for babies and toddlers, the holidays are a great chance to gift items your little one needs since they don’t have too many wants at this age. After 10 years of putting together our annual green gift guides, we’ve uncovered the brands that make high quality, sustainable, and safe…
A bit of advice as you choose eco-friendly stocking stuffers this year – if you can already visualize it in someone’s junk drawer, don’t buy it. Does it matter if the stocking is actually “stuffed” with items? It doesn’t to us! A partially filled stocking of things your loved ones will actually enjoy and use…
When it comes to choosing eco-friendly gifts for her, our team starts the search process wide and takes a long time to narrow them down. We try to avoid sharing items that are gender-specific or kitchen items. But the truth is – we LOVE a new stand mixer or a high quality vacuum cleaner as…
Here you’ll find our selection of green gifts for pets that fall into one or more of the following categories: healthy, eco-friendly, non-toxic, or Fair Trade and ethically made. As a responsible pet owner, you know how important it is to make sure your pet gets enough exercise and eats healthy, biologically appropriate food. But…
As you know, we love a good experience gift here at Green Child. One that never ends up in a landfill… an experience is often what your recipient really wants but won’t buy for herself. This type of gift can range from a CSA membership to massage certificates to surf lessons to annual passes at your…
This compassion guided meditation script for kids helps them understand the importance of self-compassion and giving it away to others. Kids need to understand that we can only give away what we already have. So, just like in the loving-kindness meditation script where we teach them how to fill their bucket with kindness, here we will stock…
For such tiny, little human beings, babies can require a lot of stuff. Of course, there are the necessities like strollers and car seats and the nice-to-haves like baby sleep aids, but then there’s also the fun stuff like adorable baby clothes and natural baby toys. Of all the toys out there, baby toys require…
Looking for the best climbing toys for toddlers? Here’s what you need to know about the many benefits of climbing and how to choose the safest options for your little one to explore. Recently our friends brought their sleeping toddler to a party at our house. When he woke up and found himself surrounded by…
As adults, we often think we don’t have time for meditation. But one of the reasons our guided meditation scripts for kids are so popular is how short and powerful they are. With this 5 minute guided meditation for anxiety script, you’ll help your child gently process and release any worries they have. Using a…
Looking for the best natural and eco-friendly baby products of 2023? You’re probably here because you care about giving your child the healthiest start possible. If you’re like us, you’re concerned about the chemicals in the items we use every day. Why are they there in the first place? And especially when it comes to…
A new year brings a fresh start. It’s also the ideal time to use a guided meditation script for the new year to help your child set their intentions for the future. Simply read this guided meditation for the new year script in a relaxing voice when your child is calm or ready to fall…
Natural-minded parents gravitate toward safe and sustainable items. And baby gear is no different. This guide to non-toxic, eco-friendly strollers will help you find the best option for your family. In those early months, we generally felt more comfortable wearing our babies in a carrier than pushing them in a stroller. Infants are most content…
While mindfulness itself is a gift you can give your child early on (with benefits like helping them focus, increasing their self-awareness, and boosting their self-confidence), you can also give physical mindfulness gifts. Sure, the latest must-have toy is fun, but we also want to give something meaningful. Believe it or not, it’s totally possible…
Children love the use of the vivid guided imagery for fun and stress relief. Simply read the following guided meditation script for self esteem in a calm relaxed voice to your child before bed or nap time. These peaceful free guided meditation scripts are written by Mellisa Dormoy of ShambalaKids. Her guided relaxation audios help children…
Grab this handy Want Need Wear Read Christmas Printable for your kids to help streamline their holiday wish lists this year. It may seem counterintuitive when you want to encourage your child to play with something besides a screen, but there are tons of benefits to kids having fewer toys. And when you give your…
“It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.” ― Mother Teresa A few years ago, when I was still afflicted with perfectionism, the quest to give the perfect (sustainable or ethically sourced if possible) gift was all-consuming. I felt like I was wasting more time and energy on holiday…
Since our super popular post about wrapping gifts sustainably, many of you have asked for a How-To guide for making your own fabric gift bags. So we’re delighted to say… Here it is! We are all about DIY — sewing, knitting, and furoshiki — but “doing” and “teaching” are two totally different things. So we asked DIY and organizing expert Elvie…
Try this gentle guided morning meditation on kindness and helpfulness to help start your child’s day positively. Meditation has so many wonderful benefits for kids. By adding mindfulness to your child’s bedtime and morning routine you can help give them the tools to start and end their day with peacefulness and positive energy. Meditation helps…
Welcome to Green Child Magazine’s Free Library of Guided Meditation Scripts for Kids, available exclusively to subscribers! Browse the topics to see which guided meditation will most benefit your child. Click the image of the script you’d like to download, view as a PDF, or save. We add new meditation scripts every other month, so…
Children benefit from the use of guided meditation for relaxation and stress relief. You can guide your child to processing through their anger in a healthy way. When you help a child learn how to both feel and release anger at an early age, they’ll develop the lifelong tools for handling emotions positively. Read this…
“Babywearing” is a modern word for an ancient practice, a practice that goes back to the dawn of time. And it’s an attachment parenting method that is still widely used today… for good reason. Babywearing is seamlessly compatible with this thing we call life. Tula Hemp Agate That being said, it doesn’t mean that wearing…
The best new mom self care gift is anything that supports her physical, mental, or emotional needs. You may never even know how helpful a homemade meal or the offer to hold the baby while a postpartum mama showers or sleeps can be. Here, we’re sharing our ideas for new mom gifts that really show…
Bedtime relaxations are a worthwhile way to introduce the power of relaxation and meditation into your child’s life. Starting as young as age three, you can read a guided relaxation adventure to your child before bed. In doing so, you will help your child begin to use the mindfulness tools readily available to each one…
Wedding gifts can be a tough decision. This question showed up in my Facebook feed yesterday: “What are your most used and least used items from your wedding registry? I don’t want something in my kitchen or house that doesn’t belong there.” My friend’s younger sister is getting married and asked this question. It’s interesting…
Self-esteem starts in early childhood. A child receives both positive and negative messages from others around him depending on how well they fit into society. When you practice Attachment Parenting, you help form a strong bond and develop early positive self-esteem. Because children with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder can be perceived as different, they often…
Actress and our Holiday cover model Kellie Martin has always seemed at home on the screen… but talk to her about motherhood, and she lights up with a joy that is positively infectious. It’s hard to tell who is learning more about life these days – Kellie, or her daughter Maggie (age 6). We were…
The holidays are meant to be magical and special. So why does it often end up so chaotic? As we start our holiday countdown, we’re happy to give you a weekly step-by-step guide to an eco-friendly Christmas and sane holiday season. We talk about conscious gift giving — choosing eco-friendly and ethical presents and wrapping…
Kids love climbing. From building balance skills to stimulating mental and physical development, there are many benefits to climbing toys. We’re excited to bring you this Wiwiurka giveaway for a chance to win a $300 gift card toward anything in their shop! Parenting expert Magda Gerber encourages letting small children (and even babies) climb and…
Each holiday, parents are faced with the influx of new toys coming into their homes. Conscious parents looking to find safer toys with minimal environmental impact sometimes don’t know where to look. You can’t control every toy that enters your home, but you can use these tips for your own toy shopping… and perhaps pass…
In our Holiday 2020 issue, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy a season where all is calm and all is bright. This issue is packed with festive ideas to bring joy to your family this winter. The winter holiday season is a time most of us have wished we could slow down and…
In our Holiday 2019 issue, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy a season where all is calm and all is bright. This issue is packed with festive ideas to bring fun and meaning to your family this winter. You can read the Holiday 2019 issue of Green Child above. (Click the box that…
To us, the holidays are all about giving, spending time with loved ones, and making memories. No matter what holidays you celebrate or whom you choose to share them with, you have to slow down and be in the moment to make them special and memorable. Sometimes that’s easier said than done this time of…
Whether you love or loathe Valentine’s Day, if you have a significant other or a child in school, there’s a strong chance you’ll be choosing some sort of greeting card. Here are some of our favorite ideas for DIY sustainable Valentine’s Day cards so you can keep the holiday green. This article focuses mostly on…
Find festive ideas to bring both FUN and meaning to your family this year. Inspired gifts with our 5th annual gift guide, ideas to deck the halls naturally, and tips for keeping your family healthy this winter… From effortless holiday hosting to embracing the spirit of the season, you’ll be ready to enjoy a holiday…
With 5 weeks until Christmas, we’ve been wondering where the year has gone. Talking with many of you lately, it seems you, too, are ready for life to slow down a little. The holidays are no different. They’re meant to be festive and happy. To celebrate our families and our beliefs. To create new…
Kiwi Magazine was a print publication that transitioned to a digital a few years ago. Its sister company, Moms Meet, was an online community for moms to sample products from paid brand partners. Both websites were designed to appeal to light green parents, or those just learning more about eco-friendly living and natural parenting. While…
In the age of consumerism and “stuff,” it matters that our kids know what money can and can’t do. Financial wellness expert Sharon O’Day shares how to set them up with healthy money beliefs. “Read it to me one more time, Mommy.” And off we go again, hearing how the damsel in distress was swept…
Helping your child cultivate happiness, love, and gratitude is one of the greatest gifts you can give. Not only does it set them up for a more content life, it can physically be healthier for your child’s heart! In this guided relaxation and heart centered meditation script, we’ll replace worries and sadness with a gentle…
Plenty of brands claim to offer organic mattresses. But in many cases, it’s just that… a claim. Here, you’ll find all the details on what actually makes a non toxic mattress and the certifications to back it up. You’ll also find a list of the best organic mattresses and where to buy them. Whether you’re…
Technology addiction can be a problem for people of all ages. But to a child’s developing brain, vision, and sense of self-worth, too much screen time and social media can be damaging. There are ways to address your child’s technology addiction – without overwhelming or punishing them. Technology is growing and changing just as quickly…
An Earth Day meditation can help your child connect with nature on a deeper level. Enjoy this guided meditation outside with your little ones on Earth Day or anytime you’d like to appreciate Mother Earth together. When we were collecting quotes about positive parenting, we included this gem: “If every 8-year-old in the world is…
When it comes to celebrating Earth Day with kids, showing kids how to enjoy and care for nature is far more impactful than telling. Plan to spend this Earth Day outside, with activities that will stimulate your child’s mind, body, and soul through nature. Celebrating Earth Day with Kids Throughout 12 years of publishing Green…