Toy Safety 2008

Toy Safety

ToyPhotoHomeEach year, more than 3 billion toys and games are sold in the United States, with 65 percent of these sales occurring between the day after Thanksgiving and the day before Christmas. 

With millions of toys being recalled in recent months for having lead paint or dangerous magnets, it’s important to remember that the vast majority of toys are safe.  It’s no wonder, though, that parents and caregivers are nervous this year as they head into the biggest toy-buying season.

Safe Kids USA wants to make this holiday toy-shopping season as worry-free as possible while making sure shoppers are educated and vigilant.  This Toy Safety page offers parents and caregivers the information they need to keep their children safe and happy -- exactly what the holidays are all about.   

Here are some potentially lifesaving steps you can take to keep your children safe during the holidays.

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Toy Safety Tips
Keeping it Simple - FAQs

ToyPhoto8Before you head out to shop for toys this holiday season, take a look at these easy tips and keep them in mind for all the good little girls and boys on your list. 

Safety tips >> 

ToyPhoto7It’s not easy navigating the aisles of the toy stores during the holiday season, especially now that there are additional concerns about toy safety. Our FAQs will help take the worry out of shopping this season.

Facts you need to know >>

Toy Buying Guide
Recalls

DownloadThis handy pocket guide will fit right next to your shopping list and help you remember the rules of safe toy shopping..

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ToyPhoto6Find out which toys are “naughty” or “nice” with up-to-the-minute information about recalls.  Check the recall lists (twice, if you need to) and sign up for recall email alerts from Safe Kids and the CPSC.   

More about recalls >>

This Holiday Season - Make sure to visit our decorating safety page, our cooking safety page and our fire and burn safety page.

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