Small Swaps, Safer Meals: Long-Lasting Choices Pt. 2
Plastics have made their way into just about every aspect of our lives, including the food we eat, water we drink, and the products we use. Many children’s diningware, cups, silverware, and bottles are made from plastics, which can contain harmful chemicals. Learn how to choose better dishware!
Small Swaps, Safer Meals: Choosing Better Dishware
Plastics have made their way into just about every aspect of our lives, including the food we eat, water we drink, and the products we use. Many children’s diningware, cups, silverware, and bottles are made from plastics, which can contain harmful chemicals. Learn how to choose better dishware!
What Helps Your Mind, Stress Level, and Immune System?… The Great Outdoors!
With the sun shining, flowers blooming, and bees buzzing, summer is the perfect time to spend outdoors. And did you know that spending time outside in nature can actually make children healthier? And not just children… everyone, including caretakers, can benefit!
Unmasking ‘Clean’: Why Scented Stuff Isn’t So Sweet
If you work in a child care program, you already know how important it is to keep spaces clean. Between spills, sticky hands, diaper changes, and the never-ending cycle of toys going into tiny mouths, cleaning is a necessity. Keeping kids safe from germs that could make them sick is vital.
Creepin’ It Safe – A Spooktacular Guide to a Healthy, Non-Toxic Halloween
Halloween can be one of the most exciting days of the year for children, filled with costumes, creativity, and community fun! However, we also want to ensure that the children in our care stay healthy and safe – without us as caregivers turning into the ghouls spoiling the fun!
Microplastics: Erosion of Convenience
Microplastics are everywhere, even in our bodies. While we can’t avoid them entirely, small steps to reduce plastic use can help protect children’s health.
Oh Me Oh My Melamine: Tips to Reduce Chemical Leaching from Plastic Plates
Avoid heating or dishwashing melamine plates to reduce chemical leaching. Protect children from potential health risks by using undamaged, safer tableware.
Protecting Children and Child Care Providers from Lead in Water Hazards
Protect kids from lead in water by ensuring full lead pipe replacements. Support stronger protections like the EPA’s new Lead and Copper Rule for safer drinking water
Energy Justice & Equity
Energy justice ensures all communities, especially those facing high energy burdens, have access to clean, affordable energy. Support clean energy for healthier kids
Child Care Providers + Climate Change: Action Steps
Child care providers can protect kids from climate change by monitoring air quality, reducing pollution, and taking action to reduce risks. Learn more in our FAQ!