The Ten Worst Toys

Whether a toy is safe or not depends on the stage of a child's development.  Young ones tend to put anything into their mouths. While it's one thing to see a child put something dirty and disgusting in their mouth, it's the small things that can cause choking that are the most dangerous.  For that reason, toys with small parts that could cause choking must be clearly labeled so as to warn the purchaser that they are not suitable for children under the age of three. Art materials such as crayons and paint should be marked with the label "ASTM D-4236."  This designation means that a toxicologist has reviewed the product.  

If you are looking for actual lists of recalled or unsafe toys, the CPSC has recall information on its website, www.cpsc.gov.  Another good resource is World Against Toys Causing Harm, or W.A.T.C.H. Since 1973, W.A.T.C.H. has released an annual "10 Worst Toys" list. For the current "10 Worst Toys" click here.

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