Danger! Easter Board Book Recalled
Saturday April 3, 2004
In a joint news release, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Kingfisher Publications announced the recall of a children's board book, "My Easter Basket Book." About 5,000 books are included in the voluntary recall.
The news release included the following information:
"Hazard: A sponge “touch-and-feel” item inside the book can detach or small pieces can be torn away, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a child who began to choke. No reports of injuries.
Description: The cardboard book has 'My Easter Basket Book' printed on the cover in pink letters over an Easter basket. 'First Holiday Books' and 'Touch & feel' also are written on the cover. The book includes photos of marshmallow candy, plush toys, lollipops and candy typically found in Easter baskets. The book incorporates textured touch-and feel-surfaces. 'KINGFISHER' is written on the book’s spine and back cover."
Please pass this information to anyone you know with small children.
"Hazard: A sponge “touch-and-feel” item inside the book can detach or small pieces can be torn away, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a child who began to choke. No reports of injuries.
Description: The cardboard book has 'My Easter Basket Book' printed on the cover in pink letters over an Easter basket. 'First Holiday Books' and 'Touch & feel' also are written on the cover. The book includes photos of marshmallow candy, plush toys, lollipops and candy typically found in Easter baskets. The book incorporates textured touch-and feel-surfaces. 'KINGFISHER' is written on the book’s spine and back cover."
Please pass this information to anyone you know with small children.


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