Green Team member Jennifer Hobbs is currently reading the book Eco-Friendly Families, by Helen Coronato. The book is full of tips we can all implement each month - things that add up to big changes over the course of a year. We're sharing these with our readers each month as well!
- Motivate kids to become part of your home's housework solution by letting them make their own cleaning solution. Making your own cleaner is much safer for your family's health. Start by mixing 1/4 cup vinegar, one tablespoon baking soda, and one gallon of water. Put in individual spray bottles and let your children start cleaning.
- Put your playroom back in order after the long winter months by using disposable wipes containers, yogurt cups, and oatmeal boxes for storage. Over-the-door shoe holders keeps arts and crafts pieces organized and within reach. (Plus, if you know where things are, then you need to buy them less often.) You can also rub out minor marks on the walls with a damp washcloth dipped in baking soda.
- Start seedlings to plant in your garden. After a breakfast of eggs, rinse and air-dry the shells. Pinprick two or three holes in each shell, resetting them in a cardboard container. Lightly fill shells with soil and one or two seeds. Keep seedlings moist and warm until ready to transport outside. When planting, crush shells so roots can grow freely, but leave them there as nutrients for the soil. Check with your local nursery to find out when the best time to plant is.
- If crayon drawings are ruining your floors, remove stains by placing a dollop of toothpaste over the area. Using a sock that has lost its mate, rub the area. Scratches on wood floors can be treated with equal parts lemon juice and olive oil. This solution also makes a great furniture polish!
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