Top Ten Green Holiday Toys for Two-Year-Olds

Gifts for the Eco-Friendly Toddler

© Dana Petersen Murphy

Dec 13, 2008
Green Gift, Nicholas Raymond
For a fabulous and green toddler gift, consult this list of fun, well-crafted toys that can be passed down through the generations.

Any two-year-old on your holiday shopping list will be thrilled to receive one of these great toys. Not only are they sure to bring hours of fun and smiles, but they are environmentally-friendly as well.

Plan Toys Wooden Trike

This attractive tricycle is made of organic rubberwood from rubber trees that no longer produce latex. Only non-toxic water-based dyes and non-toxic glues are used. Packaging is made with water-based and soy-based inks. You can find the trike at Oompa Toys.

A Classic Wagon from Wisconsin Wagon Company

Available in several sizes, like the Lil Coaster for ages 2-8. Handmade of solid red oak in Janesville, Wisconsin. Wagons can be personalized with the child’s name. For a smaller gift, there is the Tag-a-Long wagon perfect for giving dolls and teddy bears a ride. Available at Wisconsin Wagon.

A Handmade Sled from Wisconsin Wagon Company

This sled is fashioned from solid red oak and has steel runners. Sure to last, and to provide hours of snowy fun. A pull rope makes it easy to pull the little one around.

Organic Jack Doll from Under the Nile

Jack is a soft, cuddly 14-inch doll stuffed with organic cotton. He comes with a change of clothes packed in his little bag. Find Jack at Under the Nile's website.

Little Sailboat

A pine sailboat with cotton sails that will entertain the two-year-old in the bath or at the lakeside. Crafted in Germany and available from Nova Natural.

Sylvie’s Kitchen

A well-made little kitchen for hours of imaginative play. Includes a sink and two shelves, plus a colorful fabric curtain. Made in Maine. Found at Nova Natural.

Treno-System by Selecta

A toddler’s first train set, made of hardwood and produced in Germany. Three train cars connect with Velcro and include wooden blocks for freight. Comes with a 17-part track set for building fun. Available at Oompa Toys.

Doll Pram from Haba

A solid beech wood pram perfect for pushing around little stuffed friends. Handle is adjustable as the child grows. Made in Germany and found at Oompa Toys.

Wonderworld Puffy Dragon Ride-on

This adorable, friendly green dragon can be removed from the wood base when the child outgrows the riding toy, making it a long-lasting gift. The ride-on is made of renewable rubberwood and the fabrics are biodegradable. This lovable friend can be found at Amazon.

Percussion Set by Plan Toys

Four colorful wooden disks each make a different sound when struck by the mallet. Made of replenishable rubberwood with non-toxic finishes. Available at Oompa Toys.

For the older child on your holiday shopping list, please read Eco-friendly Holiday Gifts for Three-year-olds. For more information on how to reduce, reuse, and recycle this holiday season, read Tips for a Green Holiday.


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