Are the 10 Worst Toys According to WATCH Really that Hazardous?

WATCH, World Against Toys Causing Harm has released their 2007 "10 Worst Toys" list at www.toysafety.org. WATCH has been releasing a list of the season's most dangerous children's toys since 1973. But which toys are truly hazardous?

There is hazard, there is danger, and then there is common sense. Most of these toys are truly hazardous, while a couple of them simply bring up common safety issues when it comes to kids toys. For example, any toy that you jump on like a pogo stick or a trampoline poses safety concerns. Also, parents have always had to decide whether or not to allow "weapon" type toys like swords in the house.

10 Most Dangerous Toys According to WATCH

According to WATCH, as published on their web site, www.toysafety.org, these are the 10 worst children's toys being sold and advertised for the 2007 holiday season. If you have already purchased any of these toys, in your early holiday shopping, return them to the store. The store should allow you a refund or an exchange within their normal exchange policies. If the retailer is giving you trouble, cite and refer the, the the WATCH web site, www.toysafety.org.

Also make sure to print out this list from www.toysafety.org for yourself and family members who will be shopping for children's toys this holiday season. Please forward this list to your family and to your child care provider.

10 Worst Toys From www.toysafety.org

#1 Worst Toy from www.toysafety.org: AquaDots
Toy for Children Age 4+

AquaDots made by Spin Master has already caused two children to slip into comas after swallowing the Aqua Dots toy beads because they are coated with toxic chemicals. Aqua Dots were made in China.

AquaDots has also been recalled, and you should return it immediately if you have this child's toy in the house.

This toy is definitely one of the most dangerous to hit the store shelves.

#2 Worst Toy from www.toysafety.org: Sticky Stones
Toy for Children Age: "Not for children under three"