Going door-to-door will no longer get you a caramel apple, chocolate chip cookie or other home made treat. In the name of safety, we have turned toward individually wrapped candies from one of a few of the gigantic candy companies that remain in the United States. Although they are inarguably yummy, much of this candy comes with an environmental cost – plastic packaging, genetically modified ingredients and high fructose corn syrup to name a few. So why not opt for an eco-friendly alternative this Halloween? Here are some green treats that will please the tricker treaters.
• Endangered Species Chocolate. Endangered Species Chocolates are a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth. In addition to the incredible commitment this company has made to conserving critical wildlife habitat around the world, this company also makes its delicious chocolate available in bite-size and bulk. The colorful packaging featuring our most loved and endangered animal may also get the little ghosts at your door inspired about environmental issues.
• Wildlife Pencils. Eco-friendly pencils are another way to get kids thinking about the environment this Halloween. Chinaberry is an online retailer that features colorful wildlife pencils that are sustainably made from recycled newspapers. And at 40 cents a piece, it won’t break your bank.
• Sustainable stickers and temporary tattoos. Environmentally themed stickers and tattoos are another terrific green Halloween treat. Available from online retailers such as Zazzle, you can buy in bulk and select from a variety of styles. Kids and parents alike are sure to love this unique holiday treat.So there you have it - eco-friendly Halloween treats. Hand out some of these terrific environmentally friendly alternatives to your tricker-treaters this Halloween and you're sure get smiles in return. And be sure to keep your other Halloween festivities eco-friendly with second-hand costumes, organic pumpkins and sustainable decorations.
Have fun this Halloween!