Top Ten Christmas Gifts

Our top ten Christmas gifts are green, practical, and affordable. They can be bought almost anywhere and make great last minute Christmas gifts.

1. Experience Gift

Go one step beyond the department store gift card with an experience gift. Surprise that special someone with tickets to a concert, theater, or ball game. Consider music lessons and theme park tickets for the kids in your life.
2. Eco Friendly Transportation

Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, inline skates, and running shoes are all excellent modes of green and healthy transportation.
3. Wood Toys

Browse the aisles of any toy store and you'll probably notice an increase in classic wood toys. From baby teething rings, to blocks and cars, many of these classics are also earth friendly toys. Check the boxes for products made of bamboo and sustainable wood.
4. Rechargeable Batteries

For toys that require batteries, consider buying rechargeable batteries to go along with the gift. Kids will learn a valuable lesson in resources. They will also learn responsibility as they keep track of and charge their batteries.
5. Reusable Water Bottles

Reusable water bottles are a hot item this holiday season. Whether you choose aluminum, stainless steel or plastic, be sure to read the labels. The best water bottles will clearly state "BPA-free".
6. Eco Friendly Handbags & Totes

Like the reusable water bottle, eco friendly handbags and totes are popular this season. From larger types for groceries, to smaller versions for lunch, these bags are can be found in a variety of shapes and styles. Use them as gift bags and fill with Christmas goodies or give them solo.



7. Fair Trade & Organics

When giving chocolates, teas, coffees, nuts and other seasonal treats, buy fair trade and organic items. They may cost a little more, but are higher quality and taste better.
8. Local Gifts

When possible, buy gifts at local stores or craft fairs. Give experience gifts to local restaurants, theaters and museums.
9. Homemade Christmas Gifts

Share your talents this season by giving homemade Christmas crafts. Lacking creativity? Leave it to the kids. See our eco friendly crafts for homemade Christmas gift ideas.
10. Donation Gift

For the person on your list that has it all, consider a donation gift. Make sure the person is the charitable type and match an organization with their interests. If they are a dog lover, for example, consider a donation in their name to the local shelter.