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Cloth Books Recalled by Sterling Publishing Co. Inc. Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: August 20, 2009 Initiated: August 20, 2009 #09320

Product Description

This recall involves the eebee's "Have a Ball" Adventure cloth book. This interactive activity book has a small cloth ball attached to a string which children use to complete activities in the book. The books are intended for children ages 9 to 36 months. ISBN 13:978-1-4027-5771-6 is located on a white tag attached to the book. Other eebee's Adventures cloth books are not included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

A string attaching a ball to the book can become entangled in the basketball hoop element, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the book away from children and return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the eebee's "Have a Ball" Adventure cloth book. This interactive activity book has a small cloth ball attached to a string which children use to complete activities in the book. The books are intended for children ages 9 to 36 months. ISBN 13:978-1-4027-5771-6 is located on a white tag attached to the book. Other eebee's Adventures cloth books are not included in this recall.. Units affected: About 15,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A string attaching a ball to the book can become entangled in the basketball hoop element, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the book away from children and return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 20, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09320.