Lead Paint Test Kits
August 22, 2007 by Kerri Aldrich
Filed under General Play Library Goodies, News and Links about Children's Things
With all the talk of the lead paint in recalled toys, I’m wondering how seriously parents are taking the news. So, here’s my question: Did you clear out the potentially dangerous toys from your kids’ toyboxes? Did you compare the recall list to your current toy inventory list? Will you buy a lead test kit to ensure that the toys that you bring into the home from now on are free of the toxic substance?
Lemme know.
Toy Recall: Fisher-Price Products
August 3, 2007 by Kerri Aldrich
Filed under General Play Library Goodies, Product Recalls
There is a massive toy recall on Fisher Price products due to the discovery of unsafe levels of toxic lead paint. Many of the toys feature our kids’ favorite characters such as Dora the Explorer and Sesame Street characters. The following are a few articles containing more information:
Recall info from injuryboard.com
Recall info from CBS News
Recall info from The New York Times
Recall info from the Marine Corps (includes extensive product list)
Time to head to the toy box and clean it out!
ht: Hsien
Toy Recall: Thomas and Friends Wooden Toys
June 15, 2007 by Kerri Aldrich
Filed under Children's Toys, General Play Library Goodies, Product Recalls
There are currently a couple of recalls out concerning the popular Thomas and Friends wooden toys. One article indicates that the cause is lead paint used in the the toys, while another article points out the possibility of small pegs or other small pieces being dislodged from the toys. Either way, it’s probably a good idea to check your toy boxes to make sure that you’re clear of these toys!
Update: Here is more specific information from the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on the toys involved in the recall. Thanks to my SIL.
