Review on Green Toys Tugboat Blue - Eco-Friendly and Safe Bath Toy for Kids by Darrion Hudson

My son got some other green toys for Christmas and this is the first time I'm hearing about this brand. I really liked the concept - made in the USA, from recycled plastic etc - but had a bit of "sticker shock" when I saw how much more expensive they are. I know, I know it's worth the extra cost when you get a quality product, but still! Anyway I managed to snag this boat during the Deal of the Day here on Revane so I jumped at the chance! (Although, to be honest, all bath toys seem incredibly expensive, this one was nothing special in comparison.) We have one in the bath and I think it's the best bath toy we have. And here's why: - The plastic it's made of is very thick and durable (unlike the thin, cheap plastic used in many other toys). - This boat will actually stay afloat unless you intentionally try to capsize it. I know this sounds like an odd comment, but other plastic boat toys have had varying degrees of success with this one, so I thought it was worth mentioning. In our experience over the past 2 months, it doesn't just randomly turn over or fill with water on its own. There is a small spout at the front of the boat. So if you fill it with water, it doubles in size. like a jet of water to wash off your soaped baby. (Or anything else you want to pour water on). And what I love most is that the more I learn about the ideas behind Green Toys, the more I can justify the expense. With the ever-growing list of toxic chemicals in children's toys, I'll be keeping a closer eye on this brand. A great option for those who used to be huge fans of Melissa and Doug but were disappointed that their quality is slowly declining as the company grows.