Toy Insider Senior Editor Nadia Velit joined Afternoon Live on KATU in Portland to show off some new toys that are both great for playtime and good for the planet. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.
BUNCH O BALLOONS REUSABLE WATER BALLOONS SIX PACK

Kids can use these water balloons over and over again without any waste! Made with soft rubber material, these lightweight balloons with safe-seal, magnetic technology let kids enjoy up to 1,500 splashes per balloon.
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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.
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HIDE & SEEK VEGETABLE GARDEN

Kids can learn how to count and how to identify colors with a cute toy bunny! The 10-piece set includes five garden pots, four plastic vegetables, a funny bunny, and an activity guide with Earth-friendly facts and learning opportunities.
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CARING FOR BEES & BEEHIVES

Create a buzz for toddlers around the life cycle of some very important insects: bees! LEGO DUPLO Town Caring for Bees & Beehives is a 22-piece colorful construction set that helps preschoolers learn how these vital pollinators live and how honey is made. Toddlers water the flowers to help them grow. The bees take the…
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GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT FRIENDS

The adorable animals in the Baby GUND 100% recycled plush collection include new pals like a duckling, lamb, kitty, and puppy.
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STAPELSTEIN

Stapelstein is a toddler toy disruptor. In addition to stacking, these sustainable and durable elements can be used in endless ways and are strong enough for sitting, climbing, and tossing, safely holding up to 396 pounds. Kids can use each element inside or out; they can be enjoyed in the snow, sand, and water. Use…