DOING IT FOR THE KIDS
Doing It For The Kids is an exhibition of sustainable play design. The project explores play types, the importance of play in child development, how toys help mould our kids’ values and how they impact on the environment. The exhibition will present examples of sustainable toys and other play resources that inspire designers, educators and parents to be more critical and creative.

CONFIRMED EXHIBITION DATES
•    100% Design London, 24-27 September
•    Design Event 09 Newcastle, 16-25 October
•    Design & Technology Show Birmingham, 19-21 November

FINAL CALL FOR ENTRIES
We are currently seeking entries from designers and toy companies with sustainable toy and play products in development, about to be launched or already being marketed.

REQUIREMENTS
Please supply an image of the design and up to 300 words on why it is sustainable, along with background on the designer/company behind the product/idea (website/portfolio/brochure/CV).

DEADLINE
Entries should be sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it by 10 AUGUST 2009. Attachments must be under 10mb.

SELECTION CRITERIA
A diverse range of projects will be selected to build a rich picture of the possibilities of positive, greener play. We are looking for examples demonstrating relevance, good design, positive play values, green materials, eco packaging, lifecycle consideration.