Children's Books Recalled by Simon & Schuster
Dora the Explorer Children's Board Book
Date of Recall
2003-09-17CPSC Release Number
03-186Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 223-2336Units
26,000Manufacturer
Simon & Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y.Sold By
Discount department stores and bookstores nationwide during August 2003 for about $10.Problem/Hazard
A plastic replica of a balloon attached to the book can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.Injuries/Incidents
None.Description
The heavy-cardboard book has "Whose Birthday Is It?" printed on the cover in yellow letters. Dora the Explorer cartoon characters are pictured on each page. A cutout in the top left corner of book has a small plastic replica of a balloon attached. The yellow and orange balloon is used as a slide to reveal answers to questions in the book.Remedy
Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately and contact Simon & Schuster at the Consumer Contact number indicated below to receive a replacement book.Consumer Contact
Call Simon & Schuster toll-free at (800) 223-2336 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.simonsayskids.comRecall Comments
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