When you’re a kid, every birthday feels iconic—and parents often feel the same. Honoring the passage of years that seem to fly by is important, and what better way than with a birthday bash? Unfortunately, a natural accompaniment to any birthday party—as with most celebrations—is a fair amount of waste.

The average American produces five pounds of trash per day, or 35 pounds each week, a number that rises during the holiday season when parties, presents, and decor take center stage.

Don’t worry, we’re not suggesting that you forgo your child’s big day—simply that you make small moves to keep the Earth in mind. A great place to start? Take a look at your chosen birthday party favors.

Kids Birthday Party Favors and Sustainability

Sending tiny attendees home with a little something—or a bag of little somethings—is part of the party fun. Unfortunately, go-tos like candy, stickers, balloons, and plastic toys tend to veer into landfill-contributing territory.

With just a bit of extra thought, kids party favors are easily reimagined as sweet (sometimes literally) items that commemorate the day and are actually useful, healthy, and fun.

7 Kids Birthday Party Favors That Won’t Get Tossed

Keep scrolling for our top seven picks for eco-minded kids birthday party favors.