Top Ten Dangerous Toys to Avoid

November 2007

After a year full of toy recalls for lead paint, magnets, and more, World Against Toys Causing Harm (WATCH) has released its annual top ten toys to stay away from this holiday season. The toys range from swords that could poke an eye out to lamps that could electrocute children. Most of the items carry the familiar faces of movie and cartoon characters.

WATCH's "10 Worst Toys" of 2007 include:

• B'Loonies Party Pack
• Dora The Explorer Lamp
• Go Diego Go Animal Rescue Boat
• Hip Hoppa
• Jack Sparrow's Spinning Dagger
• Lil "Giddy Up" Horse - Sassy Pet Saks
• My Little Baby Born
• Rubber Band Shooter
• Spider Man 3 New Goblin Sword
• Sticky Stones

The risks don’t end with toys. Other household dangers can be just as hazardous during any season of the year, especially for younger children. Accidents involving baby walkers, cluttered cribs, infant bathing seats, and fire risks claim young lives every year. To prevent fatal child accidents, study the causes of household accidents and take the necessary steps to make your home safe.