1. Eco-Friendly Activities for Kids Inspired By Our Sustainability Volunteer Work

    “Think global, act local” has become a rallying cry for many people and organizations who care deeply about the environment, and Melissa & Doug has taken that idea to heart, putting it into practice as part of our ongoing sustainability initiatives....
  2. Pretty Petals Sprinkler

    With the Pretty Petals Sprinkler, the flowers water you! This sweet and whimsical outdoor sprinkler features pretty pink flowers on a green base, all made from durable materials. It attaches easily to a hose for outdoor fun for the whole...
  3. 5 Tips to Teach Kids How to Care for Plants

    When the ground thaws and the first crocuses appear, so do the garden plans and seed packets. Gloves, shovels, buckets, and watering cans draw a child’s attention like bees to honey. Kids love to get out in the dirt and...
  4. Splash Patrol Sprinkler

    The Splash Patrol's motto is all for one and fun for all! They always work together--especially when they are squirting you with water! This whimsical outdoor sprinkler is made from durable materials. It attaches easily to a hose for outdoor...
  5. 15 Earth Day Activities for Kids

    Looking for printables? Scroll down! Happy Earth Day!  At Melissa & Doug, we take our commitment to sustainability seriously. Some highlights:  Accelerated our commitments for sourcing wood and paper from responsibly managed forests Joined the Sustainable Packaging Coalition Promised to...
  6. Earth Day Activities for Kids

    Happy Earth Day! At Melissa & Doug, we take our commitment to sustainability seriously. Want to do your part at home to help protect the planet? Here are some eco-friendly activities you can take on as a family — for...
  7. Teaching Your Child about Food Groups

    These ideas for teaching your child about food groups are brought to us by Kim Vij from The Educators’ Spin On It. March is National Nutrition Month. Let’s build a healthy foundation with our kids with a few playful activities with pretend...
  8. Sustainability Snapshot: Our Commitment to a More Playful Planet

    At Melissa & Doug, we’re on a journey to make the world a better place and nurture healthy imaginations, and that’s why we’re committed to nurturing our environment.  Increasingly, parents and caregivers seek out sustainable products and services, and we do...
  9. 5 Ways to Upcycle Melissa & Doug Wooden Trays

    It’s Global Recycling Day on March 18! To celebrate, we want to share some of the creative and clever ways Melissa & Doug customers have upcycled our products. Upcycling is the act of taking something no longer in use and...
  10. 7 Sidewalk Games for Kids

    These sidewalk games and activity ideas are provided by special Guest Blogger Julie Kieras from HappyStrongHome.com. Looking for a fun outdoor activity?  Sidewalk games are a classic (no cost!) activity all kids can enjoy on their own, or with friends! Here...

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