Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined ABC in Phoenix to show off the best sustainably-produced toys for kids to celebrate Earth Day. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the spring and summer seasons, check out our complete Toy Insider Spring and Summer Gift Guide.


FLOWER POWER CARE BEAR

This 14-inch Flower Power Care Bear plushie is here to show us how to "go green!" Made from recycled materials, the Flower Power Bear plush has been designed with the earth in mind while still maintaining the soft snuggable plush feel that this brand is known for.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

PLAYMOBIL HORSES OF WATERFALL: WATERFALL RANCH

This playset has 264 pieces, including figures, animals, and accessories. It comes with a ranch, a residence, and a paddock for kids to enjoy and use during their imaginative adventures. Made with recycled and bio-based materials, the pieces are very durable and will last for animal lovers to enjoy for years to come.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • 149.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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GROWING GREENHOUSE COLOR AND NUMBER PLAYSET

Kids can practice color and counting skills as they sort, match, and count the flower petals and identify the numbered pistils. Everything stores inside the greenhouse for on-the-go play. Also includes a working watering can and an activity guide.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 18MOS+

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MAXX ACTION 3-N-1 MAXX RECYCLER

This 18-inch recycling truck features flashing lights and realistic sounds. Kids can learn to recycle while they pretend to drive the truck, lift the bin, and dump the included pieces into the back.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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About the author

Bill Reese

Bill Reese

Bill Reese is Business Operations Manager at Adventure Media & Events, where he's worked since 2014. A former editor at Playbill and graduate of SUNY–Purchase, he spends most weekends rooting for the New York Red Bulls pro soccer team and making subway systems out of Brio trains with his little boy Jonah.

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