The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01096b·Announced 2001-02-26

Lakeshore Learning Materials Recalls Educational Games Containing Lead

Lakeshore Learning Materials is recalling Concept Classification Activity Kits and Opposites Take-Home Packs because metal weights contain lead, posing a poisoning hazard to children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a high-risk hazard (lead poisoning) in a product accessible to children, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, which caps the severity at High per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Lakeshore Learning Materials of Carson, Calif., is recalling approximately 13,000 units of Concept Classification Activity Kits and "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational games. The recall is due to the presence of lead in metal weights found within the games, which presents a lead poisoning hazard to children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems, and growth retardation.

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. No injuries have been reported in connection with these products.

Consumers should immediately remove and discard the metal discs. To receive a lead-free replacement piece, consumers may call Lakeshore Learning Materials toll-free at (800) 421-5354 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Concept Classification Activity Kits and "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational games
Manufacturer
Lakeshore Learning Materials, of Carson, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Educational Toys
Hazard
Affected units
13,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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