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How to Create a Simple Eco-Friendly Homework Station

September 11, 2012 1

Sending kids back to school means that homework will be coming home — and sometimes a lot of it! Homework can be frustrating for children, especially if they can’t locate the supplies that they need to get started. One of the easiest ways to keep your child on top of his homework is to make sure he is organized. This can be tough — especially with younger children who are just starting to learn the importance of keeping track of their school work.

A great way to keep your child’s homework organized at home is to create a simple homework station. I wanted a homework station that would not only keep Eben’s homework organized, but that would allow me to see his progress at a glance. I also needed a system that would be easy to use, both for him and myself – because if it is easy to use, he will do it! I spent a few minutes creating a homework station for my Eben this afternoon, using supplies that I found in my recycling bin and home office. Jump over to Inhabitots to learn how you can create an eco-friendly homework station for your child.

7 Eco-Friendly Back to School Essentials for Your Child

September 10, 2012 0

It’s back to school time, which means you have a list of essentials that your child will need for the upcoming school year. If you hit the big box store with your school supply list in hand, you may feel overwhelmed considering the environmental and health impact that items such as; bleach disinfectant wipes, plastic binders and petroleum based crayons. Don’t fret – you can find a fantastic selection of eco-friendly back to school essentials that are good for the environment and your children. Jump over to Applegate to learn my 7 favorite eco-friendly back to school essentials and get shopping!

photo credit mDrX via Applegate

5 Ways to Encourage Your Child to Live a Green Lifestyle at School

September 7, 2012 0

Living a green lifestyle isn’t just something my family does on the home front. We carry our eco ideals throughout every facet of our lives, which includes school and the office. My family is very passionate about recycling, composting, buying organics, making our own cleaning supplies, and upcycling. However, since many places we frequent don’t share our eco-values, it can be difficult to remain sustainably-minded when we venture outside of our home.

Now that kids are spending the bulk of their time in school, I’m highlighting several ways to encourage your children to incorporate their sustainable lifestyle into their daily routine in the classroom and on campus. Their efforts will inspire others to examine their carbon footprint, and they’ll make a large impact on preserving the environment. Jump over to Inhabitots for my five great ways for your children to go green at school.

photo credit via Inhabitots

Bonding Trip: Circus Training

September 7, 2012 0

Eben is finishing up his third week of middle school! And I just remembered that I never told you about circus training. The first week of school, Eben’s teacher focuses on bonding the class through conversations, group activities, and closes the week with a bonding trip. This year, the bonding trip was circus training at the South Florida Circus Arts School. The children spent the day learning performing acts – both aerial and ground. I think the trip was really fantastic for Eben – he even tried the trapeze!

I love the idea of bonding with my classmates and teachers in middle school – especially if it involves circus training.

Does your child’s school take bonding trips?

photo via South Florida Circus Art School

Coral Reef: Sombrero Key, Florida

September 6, 2012 0

Note from Sweet Greens: The following post was written by Jenn Mueller, who will be a regular contributor here at Sweet Greens. Jenn also lives in Florida (very close to me!) with her husband, adorable seven year old daughter and a Siamese cat. Jenn writes Organic Cents a blog which focuses on the best organic and eco-friendly deals! 

Over the weekend we visited Sombrero Reef off Marathon, Florida in the Florida Keys. Sombrero Reef is a marine sanctuary which means that it is a protected area that can not be fished or disturbed. I thought it would be fun to share some important information about our reefs and photos from our trip.

Coral Reefs are as spectacular as they are fragile. They take up less than 1% of the ocean floor but support an estimated 25% of all marine life. Pretty amazing! To me reefs are like a bustling city underwater.

Did you know these facts about our reefs?

  • Many reefs provide barriers to the coast against incoming waves.
  • Without the reefs, shorelines would erode more quickly.
  • Many drugs and medicines have been developed from substances collected from coral reefs.
  • If the reefs disappear, we will lose a very important medical resource.

Have you visited a reef lately?
What is your favorite reef? 

photo credits Jenn Mueller

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