Updated: 19 Jan 2021, 20:01
THE toy industry has a lot to answer for when it comes to creating waste from plastic toys, which end up in landfill and are made using fossil fuels.
The best eco-friendly children s toys are kinder to the planet, made from recycled materials, wood or organic cloth. They re still just as much fun to play with, though.
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The best eco toys for kids are better for the planet - and look great, tooCredit: Alamy
You don t have to seek out eco-brands for the best environmentally friendly toys for kids, although look out for Scandi companies like Liewood, Fabelab and Dantoy, as well as Green Toys and Green Creativity.