Educational Games Recalled by Lakeshore Learning Materials
Reason for Recall / 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.
Product Description & Identification
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.
Affected Products
Concept Classification Activity Kits and "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational games
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/Educational-Games-Recalled-by-Lakeshore-Learning-Materials |
| Title | Educational Games Recalled by Lakeshore Learning Materials |
| Images › 1 › U R L | http://www.cpsc.gov/PageFiles/70431/01096a.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational game |
| Images › 2 › U R L | http://www.cpsc.gov/PageFiles/70431/01096b.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational game |
| Images › 3 › U R L | http://www.cpsc.gov/PageFiles/70431/01096c.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled "Concept Classification Activity Kit" educational game |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Concept Classification Activity Kits and "Opposites Take-Home Pack" educational games |
| Products › Type | Games |
| Products › Category I D | 1964 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 13,000 |
| Recall I D | 6795 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately remove and discard the metal discs. To receive a lead-free replacement piece, call Lakeshore Learning Materials. |
| Retailers › Name | 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. |
| Recall Date | 2001-02-26T00:00:00 |
| 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. |
| Recall Number | 01096b |
| Manufacturers › Name | Lakeshore Learning Materials, of Carson, Calif. |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers may call Lakeshore Learning Materials toll-free at (800) 421-5354 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-01-30T00:00:00 |