The Green Parent

full kick-ass film high quality Ingredients 1 cup baby shampoo or eco-friendly liquid soap 3/4 cup water 1/2 – 1 tsp. glycerin Essential oils (optional) This bubble bath is so easy to make and use that you will wonder why you ever bought a commercial product. Little kids can help you measure out and combine [...]

megamind download movie In my research for The Green Parent: A Kid-Friendly Guide to Earth-Friendly Living, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lori Helman, mom of 4, enterpreneur, homeschool teacher, environmental activist, and founder of Momma’s Baby. While we spoke on the phone, this incredible mom’s four young children were playing silently in the same [...]

Can an orange crayon be green? It can if it’s made from natural ingredients like soy or beeswax instead of petroleum. The same goes for that red marker or rainbow watercolor paints. In addition to their contribution to global warming, traditional art supplies also contain a slew of dubious chemicals and solvents. Non-toxic art supplies [...]

Teach your kids (or let them teach you) about the importance of trees and recycling paper by making your own paper. It’s creative, it’s hands-on, and it’s messy…so it’s sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. Here’s how it’s done: Materials: Scrap paper: Think junk mail, used construction paper, or newspaper…but stay [...]