On December 12, the National Wildlife Federation is offering a 30% off a Wild Animal Baby Bundle (1 year subscription, Plush & DVD). This is a great way to benefit a great cause, while teaching your kids about the importance of appreciating and taking care of God’s most vulnerable creatures.

The one-year subscription will keep on giving though the year, while the DVD and the plush is something that can be enjoyed right away. Plus, you’ll be teaching your kids a valuable lesson about giving.

Back when I was growing up, one of my prized possessions was my collection of Ranger Rick magazines. Published by the National Wildlife Federation.The National Wildlife Federation was founded in the 1930s as a non-profit organization dedicated to educating people about nature, connecting people to nature, and conserving lands.

One of the things I’ve always loved about the NWF is that they’ve managed to avoid controversy. They carry out their mission quietly and effectively, bringing together a wide spectrum of people such as  sportsmen, outdoor enthusiasts, bird-watchers, wildlife gardeners, nature lovers, and others who share a passion for wildlife. Protecting the earth and all of God’s creatures great and small is something that should transcend political divisions, social barriers, and national borders.

These magazines are great not just for entertaining kids (what kid doesn’t love animals?) , but in the process they’ll learn about animals around the world and you’ll give them their first taste of helping a great cause. The NWF has an annual stamp program which kids (and adults) love to collect, and of course they’ve got some of the best Christmas cards you can get.

Update: 2010 Christmas Cards are now available!

Each year, The National Wildlife Federation puts out some of the most beautiful Christmas and holiday cards you can find, with stunning images of wildlife and nature. This year is no exception.

This year’s cards feature the usual assortment of beautifully illustrated cards and stunning nature photography.

They also have some very unique ideas. Their “Zero Waste Cards” come with an envelope where, after your friends enjoy your card, they can use to mail it in to Shaw Industries, which will recycle the card into carpet backing!

Their “Plant a Tree” greeting cards include not just the card, but will also plant one tree to help the environment.With the economy the way it is, charities everywhere are feeling the pinch.

This is a great way to get your regular holiday shopping done and help out the world at the same time.

VistaPrint is offering 2009 Christmas Cards which benefit Toys for Tots, another great organization.

Here’s how to get them:

1. Click on this link to open VistaPrint in a new window
2. Click the link that says “NEW! Designer Collection”
3. In the Search Box on the left side of the page, type “Toys for Tots”

You’ll see a selection of four cards to choose from. The design for the card with the iPod, Guitar, and stuffed toy were drawn by three West Virginia kids, Amanda, Carson, and Amber, as part of a nationwide project. 50% of the proceeds from sales of these Toys 4 Tots cards will go to help that great organization put smiles on underprivileged children around the country.

It’s always nice to come across products that give and give and give.

These Preserve Junior Toothbrushes make a great gift for kids. These are great kid’s toothbrushes designed for children ages 2 to 8, This toothbrush has an ergonomic, pea pod shaped handle designed for young hands to grab on to. The soft bristles protect your child’s teeth and gums. And kids will love the great colors representing different animals. Each comes in a toothbrush box (and as we all know for kids, the toothbrush box is the best part)

Secondly, these toothbrushes are made entirely of recycled plastic, including Stonyfield Farm® yogurt cups. And when the toothbrush is worn out, you can mail it back using a postage-paid label. 
 
Finally, Preserve is a proud supporter of the National Wildlife Federation’s mission to protect wildlife. Each of the animals featured are endangered species, and with these toothbrushes you can share with them the importance of saving these endangered animals.

The National Wildlife Federation, based in Washington, DC, is one of the leading conservation organizations. You may recall its annual holiday wildlife stamps or its popular Ranger Rick magazine for children.

One very meaningful gift is giving the gift of “adopting” an endangered animal. You don’t adopt an actual animal, of course, but it’s a great way to bring awareness of the plight of many of these endangered species. You can choose from polar bears, moose, desert tortoises, grey wolves, Canadian lynx, and grizzly bears, all species in North America whose populations have been decimated. In thanks for your tax-deductible gift, you’ll get a stuffed animal representing the animal you “adopted”, as well as a downloadable “certificate of adoption”, a screensaver, and other bonuses.