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Bamboo-zled

kiwilog — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:05:11 +0000

The words “wood” and “comfortable” don’t often go together—unless it’s in the form of bamboo fabric. Some of the softest, silkiest items in my wardrobe are made from bamboo, a wood known for its eco-friendliness. Bamboo grows quickly and uses minimal resources to do so; plus, it’s naturally antimicrobial and biodegradable. These properties make it a [...]

Five Meat-Free Mains for Thanksgiving

kiwilog — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:07:46 +0000

Will anyone at your table be passing on the turkey this Thanksgiving? Save them from another rice-stuffed acorn squash (or worse–fake turkey!) with one of these vegetarian main dishes: Mushroom strudel. Saute sliced mushrooms with plenty of olive oil, garlic, fresh thyme, and—if your guests do dairy—a splash of cream. Place the mixture running down the [...]

A Green Thanksgiving

kiwilog — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:29:22 +0000

Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to gather around a delicious stuffed turkey, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and (for the grown-ups!) plenty of spirits. If you’re hosting the big meal this year, consider using eco-friendly glassware and serving utensils. Some of our picks: Bambeco’s Recycled Glass Carafe is a perfect vessel for your house [...]

A Call to Keep Doing What You Can

kiwilog — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:57:32 +0000

Despite the best efforts of many eco-conscious individuals, families, organizations, and businesses, a new report by the Global Carbon Project says global emissions have jumped 20% in the last decade. Yikes! According to the study, one of the biggest continued contributors to the increase of CO2 in our atmosphere is developing nations, whose emissions percentages [...]

Coming Up: The 2009 NAEYC Annual Conference & Expo in Washington DC

kiwilog — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:40:10 +0000

From November 18th-21st, more than 20,000 professional in the early childhood community will gather in Washington D.C. to attend the NAEYC Annual Conference & Expo—including KIWI! If you’ll be attending the event, keep an eye out and say hi! To learn more, visit naeyc.org/conference. -Marygrace, KIWI staffer Related: No Related Post

Mom Blog Round-Up: November 16th

kiwilog — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:34:06 +0000

Here’s the latest and greatest of what’s going on in the mom blogosphere. Interested in having your blog featured? Let us know in the comments! There’s a Healthy Child Healthy World virtual party happening at And That’s All I’ve Got to Say About That. Check it out! Natural as Possible Mom has two kids that sleep great—and [...]

Sing-Along Story

kiwilog — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:49:03 +0000

Next time you need a wholesome way to distract your toddler for a few minutes, click here. This adorable title from Barefoot Books has a catchy song to go with it, sung by the popular SteveSongs from PBS. And psst, it’s even educational—your kid will be counting pigs and cows with the farmer as he drives that [...]

November 15th is America Recycles Day!

kiwilog — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:33:18 +0000

In case you haven’t noticed, recycling is on the rise. In fact, the last twenty years have seen recycling programs spike in numbers from 1,000 to 10,000 in the United States alone! While we should pat ourselves on the backs for striving to keep more plastic, glass, paper, and aluminum out of landfills, we should [...]

Coming Up: The San Francisco Green Festival

kiwilog — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:14:12 +0000

With a dedicated local and organic foods movement, ban on plastic bags, and mandatory recycling and composting program, San Francisco tops our list of sustainable spots in America. So it’s especially fitting that the city by the bay is hosting the upcoming Green Festival from November 13th-15th. If you’re in the SF area this weekend, make [...]

Holiday Tip: Make Your Own Pumpkin Puree

kiwilog — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:25:26 +0000

Planning on baking a pumpkin pie as part of your family’s Thanksgiving spread? You might want to think about skipping the canned puree in favor of homemade. A recent Consumer Reports test found measurable levels of BPA in various canned foods, including those labeled “organic” and “BPA-free”. Yikes! What’s more, making your own puree from [...]