Why does the description say, "CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs."? What small parts are included?
453249
The only thing I can think of is the packaging (shrink wrap and cardboard I think)!
453250
Weird. None that I saw. It was just the board. It came wrapped in cellophane. Maybe that is what they were referring to?
453251
It costs money to pass the tests that allow you to market your product to children under the age of 3. Many companies don't want to spend the money, especially when the toy is geared towards older children anyway.
453252
No choking hazard....your right there is NO small parts, it came in a big plastic wrap/bag. That would be only possible thing I can think of.
1362227
There are some parts that are too small for a child that age. I would not buy it for a child that age.
1094763
Whether your 2-year-old would like it or not is not the important question. Please note the manufacturer's warning in the yellow box: "WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD. Not for Children Under 3." Apparently it can come apart into small pieces.
1871464
I have a four year old and a 20 month old and they both use it and love it. I don't believe any of the parts are a real choking hazard, but it really depends if the younger child still puts things in their mouth, my 20 month old doesn't.
94853
I don't believe that there is anything about this toy that could be construed by anyone, except maybe a lawyer, to be a choking hazard. That being said, my boy likes the toy and even at his age (now 6) cannot put it into his mouth, much less try to swallow it. There are no little parts and he cannot remove the battery. I doubt that a two-year old could do that also. It is a nice toy for little ones, and I fully believe it to be a safe toy.
469785
Some of the pieces are a bit on the small side and the manufacturer states not younger than 4 years old. It was a great present for a 3 year old, but her 1 year old brother would have to be monitored at all times when in the "block room". I would hate to say 100% safe for a 7 mos. old. Sorry.
685590
I believe they would be safe - I can't thing of any parts small enough to be a choking hazard.
479011
I bet that's a typo and it's for children ages 4+. I have my minion right next to me andI tugged on his hair, glasses, hands and feet, and none of the parts came off...I don't see a choking hazard here. He is the BEST!
786015
there are no buttons or large pieces that could be pulled off as a choking hazard. i wouldn't recommend for infants though. small children would enjoy playing with them. even as kids get older they could use them to store pajamas or other items & use as a bed or room decoration.
1457178
I feel it would be okay for the 2 year old, but am not sure the 13 month could grasp the concept. I don't remember any small parts that would be a choking hazard, but highly recommend you check it upon arrival and remove any small pieces that are in the package.
1769996
The only issue, as far as the listed choking hazard goes that I could see for a 1 year old, would be the smaller pieces with the round balls as tops. The Squigz Starter set pieces are all smooth and a smaller child could possibly put one of these in his/her mouth and have a problem getting it back out - the other pieces should be fine. You could just remove those ball pieces until the child's a little older. I see they sell a PipSquigz set now, which might be the answer for you - they look textured for a young one's senses and ease of grip. Either way, you can't go wrong! My 3 year old granddaughter's Squigz pieces are out all the time - I only wish these had been around when my sons were little. Enjoy!!
521574
These pieces are TINY with lots of littler parts. Maybe 5 yrs. when they don't put things in their mouth - ever!
2889
The product is for 5 and up. I think 3 may be a little too young -- depending on the child I think. These are a different material than legos. And are definitely more "delicate". Hope that helps!
611963
I bought it for my 3 year old grandchild. I don't know what they would consider a "small choking part." The only thing that could even come off of either broom would be the bristles. And I don't know that I would consider that a choking hazard. It has been fine for us!
685585
I bought this set for my daughter's kindergarten class and it was a great gift! It will be ok for a 3 year old, but it does contain some small pieces. It could possibly be a choking hazard for a 1 1/2 yr old.
941635
There are some small peices. I don't think it is suitable for younger than 3 years old.
804781
I have no idea why would it state that , maybe it is some kind of requirement(for example, baby head band can be used by babies under adult supervison, but if left unattended can pose a choking hazard! ) I got these for my seven month old at the time and now1 year later It is still one of the best toys she has! She is no longer chewing them, but now can stack these blocks or is looking at all the sides picturing different animals and textures as she can recognize most of them. Next step would be to learn to squeeze blocks to make them squeak. I don't see how it is hazard. Blocks are 2x2 in made of sturdy but flexible material. The only thing perhaps, if older child could bite some piece off, which would be quite challenge but not impossible.