Seeing a turtle with a plastic straw stuck up it's nostril was the first moment my son realised we have a duty to save our planet and we haven't looked back.
Seeing this cloth book made in Sri Lanka and, of course, fairly traded did make me realise how far we have actually come since he was a toddler. Still not far enough but that's where this book comes in. It is never too early to learn these lessons. Can't wait for grandchildren!
Specifications
3D cloth playbook for young children with velcro fastening, 2 inner 'pages'. Complies with the European standards on toys (EN 71 Part 1 & 2) 100% cotton Dyes are tested for EN71 Part 3. Fabrics are AZO free, PCP tested and non-toxic which makes it safe for use by children Washing instructions:
Machine wash warm on a gentle cycle
Do not dry clean
Dry flat
Do not bleach
Warm Iron
Approximate size: 17 x 18 x 2 cm.
Story
Shared Earth's mission is to improve the livelihoods of disadvantaged people in developing countries, benefiting local community projects and keeping alive traditional skills that would otherwise be lost.
Shared Earth aims:
To pay fair prices for products
To always offer 50% payment upfront to overseas producers
To ensure working conditions are acceptable
To provide advice on design and product development
To support suppliers and their local communities
To avoid child labour
To commit to long term relationships with suppliers