Toy safety tips

•Choking hazards - Look for warning labels about small parts coming off and being swallowed. If the toy itself can fit inside a toilet paper tube, it's probably too small for children under three.

•Small magnets - If swallowed, they can cause serious injury. Look for them, especially in toy building sets.

•Lead - Check recall notices online at the Consumer Products Safety Commission Web site. Stay away from metal toy jewelry and heavy metal toys.

•Making good choices - Check out buying tips at toysafety.net

Source: California Public Interest Research Group

(Nov. 25, 2007)