Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Bad Toys


Boston-based World Against Toys Causing Harm (W.A.T.C.H.) has issued its annual “10 Worst Toys” list. The list nominates toys with the potential to cause childhood injuries such as choking, electrocution, puncture wounds or even death. The group has produced its list each year since 1973. This year’s list includes:

Twist ‘n Sort Blocks Z-Curve Bow
Power Rangers Samurai Mega Blade Stepper “Low Rise” Stilts
Fold & Go Trampoline The Incredible Shrinky Dinks Maker
Pulling Animal Duck Gigan” Godzilla Figure
Schylling School Bus Sword Fighting Jack Sparrow

More information on each toy can be found at W.A.T.C.H.’s website at www.toysafety.org.