Eco Lunch Boxes

A great way to teach your kids about being green is to discover eco lunch boxes! From the type of lunch box to what you put in it goes a long way in teaching our youth about low-impact living.

Types of Eco Lunch Boxes

Eco lunch boxes are made from materials like non-PVC acrylic, organic cotton and canvas and some even have eco-friendly utensils. Even reusable lunch boxes are becoming the rage due to easy clean up and the fun shapes available. Here's a quick look at the most popular eco-friendly lunch boxes:

• ECOlunchbox - This company offers a wide variety of eco-friendly lunch boxes made from stainless steel. There are sizes and configurations to suit any needs for kids and adults, including wet lunch boxes that can hold soups and other liquids without leaking. They also offer reusable utensils.
• EarthHero - Replace your single-use plastic sandwich bags with sustainable silicone bags that are BPA and Pthalate free. This company also offers reusable beeswax food wraps and organic cotton lunch bags among their extensive product line.
• MightyNest - Here you'll find reusable lunch bags in styles to suit kids and adults. They also offer non-toxic wraps, bamboo utensils, stainless steel drinking cups with straws and more. Their various products are bpa-free, lead-safe, pvc-free, and phthalate-free.
• The Ultimate Green Store - This online store offers a variety of eco-friendly lunch boxes and drink containers. The Klean Kanteen water bottles are BPA and lead free and their LapTop Lunch Boxes include containers by Obentec and a book on healthy lunch ideas.

Pack It Green!

Part of using eco lunch boxes are what goes in them! Use these tips to pack a green lunch your kids will enjoy while learning.

1. Be green inside the bag by choosing reusable or environmentally friendly containers, utensils, napkins, and plates. Teach your kids how reusable items save our trees and landfills.
2. Pre-packaged lunches are easy to pack but not as healthy. Take the time to make a wholesome lunch with fresh ingredients. Skip the pre-packaged lunches and the wasteful materials they're pack in.
3. Buy some stainless steel or lead-free containers and help your child decorate them. Allow them to explore their artistic side while reusing containers that are unique and made just by them.
4. Include healthy snacks like fruits, nuts, berries, and fresh juices like mango or strawberry. Include your child in snack preparation so they understand the health benefits.
5. Teach your children about leftover foods by including them in their eco lunch bags. Use leftover dinner vegetables, add some tomatoes, and make a healthy salad.
6. Let you kids know how much you care by including a green tip, fun quiz or note in their lunch boxes. For older kids, try green quiz questions. For younger kids, draw pictures of endangered animals and explain why it's important to recycle.

Choose eco lunch boxes, kits or bags and turn your child's lunch into a learning experience!