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Educational Games Recalled by Lakeshore Learning Materials

U.S. CPSCChemicalDamage to hearingFeb 26, 2001
Recalled "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational game
Recalled "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational game
Recalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational game
Recalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational game
Recalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational game
Recalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational game

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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.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product 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.

Sold on

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.

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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