Dangerous Toys: What You Need to Know (continued)

TEN TOTALLY LEAD-SAFE TOYS FOR SMALL CHILDREN-- FROM EDUCATION.COM'S ESSENTIAL GIFT GUIDE

1. SquashBlox by Daydream Toys. "All parts have been tested repeatedly for lead and are lead free."
2. Gears, Gears, Gears by Learning Resources. "Tested on a regular basis by independent labs."
3. Doorway Puppet Theater by Leaps and Bounds. "Tested frequently by an independent lab. Lead free."
4. Woodkins by Pamela Drake, Inc. "All paints and inks are lead-free, and the toys are made of wood."
5. Folding Medieval Castle by Melissa and Doug. "Tested frequently by independent labs. Lead safe."
6. Story Maker by Magnetic Poetry. "Lead free and put frequently through more than six types of safety testing."
7. Zingo from Think Fun. "All toys are tested and lead free. We use pressed plastic, not paint."
8. Ladybug Magazine by Carus Publishing. "No lead in the ink. No chlorine in the paper. Tested on-site and by an independent lab."
9. My Tabletop Easel by Alex Toys. "All products are tested to make sure they are lead-safe, and continually retested."
10. Books or storytelling CDs-- a tried and true gift idea!

To see the descriptions for these and other gift picks, chosen by our Editorial Team and an independent panel of teachers, parents, and kids, click on our Essential Gift Guide.