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Educational Games Recalled by Lakeshore Learning Materials

Recalled February 26, 2001 · CPSC recall 01096b · Educational

Recalled "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational gameRecalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational gameRecalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational game
Hazard
Metal weights found in the games contain lead, which presents a lead poisoning hazard to children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove and discard the metal discs. To receive a lead-free replacement piece, call Lakeshore Learning Materials.
Units
13,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.

Description

In the Concept Classification Activity Kit, each game has various disks that say, "Hot," "Cold," "Light," "Heavy," etc. Children then match the appropriate game piece to the disk that best describes the characteristics of the object. One of the objects is a silver-covered metal weight, shaped like a disc measuring about 1-1/4 inches in diameter with a small loop at the top. Imprinted on one side of the disc is the partial face of a bird and the number "4"; and on the other side, it states, "4 Woody Gardena." In the Opposites Take-Home Pack, a transparent backpack with blue trimming, games include opposite picture cards, crayons, paperback book, and various objects.

What to do

Consumers should immediately remove and discard the metal discs. To receive a lead-free replacement piece, call Lakeshore Learning Materials.

Contact

Consumers may call Lakeshore Learning Materials toll-free at (800) 421-5354 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Product
Concept Classification Activity Kits and "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational games
Manufacturer(s)
Lakeshore Learning Materials, of Carson, Calif.
Retailers
The Concept Classification Activity Kits were sold to teachers and schools nationwide, between January 1992 and January 2001, for $50. The Opposites Take-Home Pack was sold to teachers and schools nationwide, between January 1999 and January 2001, for $10.

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

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