Toys

In a world buzzing with screens and toys, these 10 thoughtful gifts help kids slow down and fall in love with nature. From planting seeds to spotting birds, each idea is simple, joyful, and full of wonder — perfect for nurturing a deeper connection with the Earth, one small moment at a time.

From crafting eco-friendly artefacts to reviving traditional recipes, these women are blending innovation with tradition, proving that success can start from home. Read how they are transforming lives, empowering communities, and redefining entrepreneurship.

Kanchan Bhadani started her entrepreneurial journey in her 60s by launching a crochet toy business called LoopHoop to pursue her passion for crocheting. Her business empowers tribal women of Jhumri Telaiya in Jharkhand.

“I think in this day and age, parents want to buy the trendiest toys but plastic toys do not give a sense of belongingness to the natural world. Wooden toys are safe, sustainable and can be passed across generations,"says Nisha, the co-founder.

“Instead of questioning and thinking critically, school kids in India blindly accept what’s taught to them. My aim is to change that.”

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These traditional wooden toys have been made since the time of Tipu Sultan but today, only a few hundred toy makers remain. One organization is on a mission to help this eco-friendly craft regain its lost glory!

“As a child, I had a lot of toys and often took them for granted. So when I realised that there are so many children whose parents can’t afford them, I just couldn’t just look the other way,” says the inspiring boy who recently won India's National Child Award. #YoungIndia #Respect

Looking back at the beginning of SADS, she says, “I started the organisation in 2015 when I was still employed with Accenture. I would go for pick-ups in the morning before heading to work, and with each pick and drop, my belief in wanting to start this organisation formally just kept getting stronger.”

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