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Educational gifts (with an eco-awareness flare) - a list by zoesah

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These are not just for kids! Any adult interested in animals and the environment would appreciate such a thoughtful gift. Plus, what is better than giving a gift that can only be opened once? One that can be enjoyed ALL YEAR and contributes to a greater good!

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Zoobooks Magazine

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This appears to be an awesome animal magazine. I'm looking for a gift for a two year old and this just may be the trick. The other thing I like about a magazine subscription is that your gift will keep coming all year long! (via Vorpaks)

Updated Aug 5, 2008

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The Nature Conservancy: Adopt an Acre

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For the Rescue the Reef program. You get lots of stuff for $50 bucks an acre (including a subscription to the Nature Conservancy).

If aren't already aware, the world's coral reefs are in danger of becoming a thing of the past (exaggeration? --no). Rising temps cause coral bleaching, and since reefs are an important ecosystem, all the other animals that depend on it will die also. Input "coral bleaching" into the search engine and take a look.

Again, great idea for gifts or kids and adults.

Updated Oct 9, 2008

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WWF - Gift Center

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Great idea for an animal lover. Ok, who isn't? Wouldn't we all love a bucket of frogs as a representation of our adoption of the threatened amphibian? They have been dwindling in numbers - even the ones in our backyard, so they need all the help they can get.
Choose from 91 animals (penguins, bats and bonobos, oh my).

Updated Nov 7, 2008

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Infant's Organic T-Shirt : Snow Leopard Trust, Shop to Save Snow Leopards

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Why is this a perfect gift for a baby or one-year old? They are too young to open or appreciate a gift, but this one gives in a few ways. Not only will they adorn the cute little feline, but the parents can feel good knowing that there they are part of a bigger picture. Buy clothes and improve people's lives? What a bargain.
1. It's a cute organic onesie for the baby
2. All profits from Snow Leopard Enterprises are invested right back into community conservation projects that generate income and help protect snow leopards and their habitat.
3. This means that women around Central Asia are trained and given equipment to make wool-crafted products, which in turn are sold by the Snow Leopard Trust. ----- a beneficial cycle of consumer and product.

Updated Nov 16, 2008

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Natural Wool Rug: Snow Leopard Trust, Shop to Save Snow Leopards

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By buying from The Snow Leopard Trust, you are supporting the local community and women that help make woolen products for the organization and helping in the conservation of snow leopards.

"These gorgeous felt rugs have been a part of the Kazakh heritage for generations. Completely handcrafted, each rug features a striking design of traditional Kazakh symbols. Durable enough for indoor and outdoor use, they also make unique yoga mats! Although sizes vary slightly, they are approximately 22 inches by 44 inches." (via The Snow Leopard Trust)

Updated Nov 16, 2008

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GOOD MAGAZINE

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A rare mag that you just don't want to put down. It is put together VERY well, while the theme (it changes each issue) is thoroughly covered. Every bit of this publication is awesome. Not just for the "good-doers" ~ but for anyone that loves information. Good is... Good.

Updated Dec 1, 2009