Get Green Kids' Rain Gear

Rain, rain, go away, come again another day. It's the mantra of cooped-up kids and exasperated parents everywhere, but it's pretty hard to avoid rain in spring. Rain gear is a must-have for kids across the country, but a lot of those rain boots and slickers contain PVC (polyvinyl chlorate)—which could include lots of toxins and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Many major retailers, including Wal Mart and Ikea, have phased out PVC shower curtains over concerns related to harmful VOCs and other toxins, but PVC raincoats and rain boots still pack store shelves.

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