WATCH (World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc.) has issued its 2006 list of "10 Worst Toys," playthings "with the potential to cause childhood injuries, or even death." Included on this year's danger roster are the likes of Heelys, the skate shoes that Cory is fond of, Sky Blaster all-in-one rocket and launcher, and the Fisher-Price Lil Snoopy. From the WATCH description of the dangers of Fear Factor Candy Challenge products:
W.A.T.C.H. OUT! ! These "Fear Factor" pouches containing "spine-chilling spiders", "mystery meat", and a "buzzard buffet", pose a "candy challenge" to children, asking: "[I]s fear a factor for you?" The grotesque buffet, available in the toy aisle, is based upon the television series which sometimes features contestants competing to eat as much as possible in the shortest time. Toy aisles should not be used to encourage food-eating competitions, which invite potential choking and ingestion injuries, particularly for young children.
Link (Thanks, Paul Saffo!)
