Inge Posted November 17, 2017 Posted November 17, 2017 Would any of you consider a glitter ban, considering what it is made of now and the amount of pollution it could cause when used in the quantities it is.. Putting together all settings it would be a considerable amount.. Sky News - Nurseries ban glitter over pollution concerns I had not really thought about it until now.. 1
FSFRebecca Posted November 17, 2017 Posted November 17, 2017 Indeed, not something I had considered either. I wonder if there is a more eco-friendly version?
Inge Posted November 17, 2017 Author Posted November 17, 2017 Not sure on accuracy as not checked this out yet but an interesting read.. http://www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org/pft/2017/9/6/microfibers-the-plastic-inside-us
FSFRebecca Posted November 17, 2017 Posted November 17, 2017 I knew someone would have covered this already! Eco glitter
Inge Posted November 17, 2017 Author Posted November 17, 2017 (edited) But at those prices out of reach for everyday /playgroup use.. Suppose food grade would be too.. Edited November 17, 2017 by Inge
sunnyday Posted November 17, 2017 Posted November 17, 2017 My Deputy was being very earnest about this at this morning's session - will have to have a good, hard think about it (sometime soon)
louby loo Posted November 20, 2017 Posted November 20, 2017 We will use up current supply and rethink our future choices. Call me cynical- but it seems strange that this has only just come to light a few weeks before Christmas..... and a certain nursery chain seems to getting some very high profile free advertising. Yes, it could be (and probably is) an important issue, but it's stitching-up your fellow professionals highlighting it in this manner. 2
Mouseketeer Posted November 20, 2017 Posted November 20, 2017 I wonder if they’ve also banned disposable nappies ;-) 1
finleysmaid Posted November 20, 2017 Posted November 20, 2017 28 minutes ago, Mouseketeer said: I wonder if they’ve also banned disposable nappies ;-) And other disposable items too for the female staff!!
enuffsenuf Posted November 21, 2017 Posted November 21, 2017 In this world of our everything we do has an impact on the environment. Perhaps we should suggest that all parents walk their children to nursery, no one uses disposable nappies and no one drinks from cups from famous brand coffee shops etc...we could go on and on. I think most nurseries/pre-schools etc probably only use glitter once or twice a year (seasonal activities) . Much better to talk to the children about the world than make tokenistic "newsworthy" soundbites 2
zigzag Posted November 21, 2017 Posted November 21, 2017 When you think about it, how much of the glitter that we actually use in the setting will find it’s way into the water system? I personally think that not much will. What doesn’t stick to the glue, gets swept up and goes in the bin. I suppose there is the argument that what is left on the children’s hands will be washed into the water system, but this will be hardly anything. I agree that their is a huge problem with the plastic getting back into the water system/food system but think that the glitter ban that this Nursery is doing is just a little bit crazy!!
finleysmaid Posted November 21, 2017 Posted November 21, 2017 unfortunately I suspect it is not the product we use that is the problem but the waste at the manufacturers that may be more of an issue. I have been thinking for some time about creating an ethics policy and trying to change some of the ways we do things. We already use lots of recycled materials and favour wooden equipment (preferably with natural paints) there are however plenty of other things that we could do to support the environment more.. As a company who looks after children perhaps we should be more attune to what we are doing to the world they are going to grow up in 3 1
ladybirds1991 Posted December 11, 2017 Posted December 11, 2017 Sorry but i think it is yet another band wagon load of poppycock! We use glitter in our pre school and is mainly at Christmas time and we will continue to do so! 1
Panders Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 Just checked my cards I have taken down only 4 with any glitter on - we usually use them to make winter themed collages when we return in January (see I didn't even use the "C" word and to be fair I'm still within my rights to - not twelfth night yet?? 1 1
Froglet Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 Can we schedule in a very loud shout of the C word on 12th night itself before we are banned again for the year? 1
larnielass Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 11 minutes ago, Froglet said: Can we schedule in a very loud shout of the C word on 12th night itself before we are banned again for the year? Go on. I dare you! "Please Miss, they're using that rude word again" 2
sunnyday Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 36 minutes ago, Froglet said: Can we schedule in a very loud shout of the C word on 12th night itself before we are banned again for the year? Go on - knock yourself out........CHRISTMAS, CHRISTMAS, CHRISTMAS
sunnyday Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 I'll see you on the naughty step when Sue catches up with this - but you will have to stay there longer cos you shouted loudest 1
Froglet Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 (edited) You did it first and you did it three times!!! Plus I'm only "Young Froglet" others need to set me a good example! Edited January 3, 2018 by Froglet 1
sunnyday Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 39 minutes ago, Froglet said: You did it first and you did it three times!!! Plus I'm only "Young Froglet" others need to set me a good example! Uh oh.........but, but given my great age it could be that I just got a little confused - yep that's the excuse I will use.........
Stargrower Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 Well while we're (not) on the subject...just before Christmas (the nice C word) a TWO YEAR OLD at my nursery used the other C word, to her key person, in context! Just when I thought I couldn't be shocked by anything children do any more! 1
sunnyday Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 4 minutes ago, Stargrower said: Well while we're (not) on the subject...just before Christmas (the nice C word) a TWO YEAR OLD at my nursery used the other C word, to her key person, in context! Just when I thought I couldn't be shocked by anything children do any more! That is so very sad
finleysmaid Posted January 3, 2018 Posted January 3, 2018 heavens ....well that's going to be an interesting conversation with her parents! which one of them let that slip out
lsp Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 Just out of interest - what date is officially twelve night? Is that when you all take down your Christmas decorations???
sunnyday Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 Oh watch it Isp - you will be joining us on the naughty step - 12th night is 6th January - it is considered unlucky to have your decs up later than that.
lsp Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 It was a bit reckless Sunnyday. New years resolution - live for the moment!!! 1
FSFRebecca Posted January 5, 2018 Posted January 5, 2018 My friend Sue will be after you .... she and I share an office and I have to manage the post-C come down singlehandedly - If I have to use all my sellotape restraining her, I shall send you the invoice for a replacement roll 4
sunnyday Posted January 5, 2018 Posted January 5, 2018 Send sellotape - spend time on the naughty step - decisions, decisions - please may I serve my time - could do with a little peace and quiet 3 1
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