CPSC, Kingfisher Publications Announce Recall of Children’s Easter Books

Recalled March 30, 2004 · CPSC recall 04110 · Kingfisher Publications

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.

Remedy

Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately, and return the books to Kingfisher Publications PLC, Customer Service, 181 Ballardvale St., Wilmington, MA 01887 for a refund and postage reimbursement.

Units

About 5,000

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.

What to do

Contact

Call Kingfisher toll-free at (800) 289-4371 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send an e-mail to [email protected]

Product

My Easter Basket Book

Manufacturer(s)

Kingfisher Publications PLC, a UK-based subsidiary of Houghton Mifflin Company, of Boston, Mass.

Retailers

Retailers nationwide, from February 2004 through March 2004, for about $8.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →