Give safe toys this holiday season

Whether it's due to the demands of label-conscious kids or the good intentions of exuberant gift-givers, the concept of toy safety is often lost over the holidays. But experts say safety considerations should be at the top of any wish list.

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Avoid the following: toys with small, removable parts as the parts can pose a choking hazard to toddlers; toys with sharp points or edges as kids may unintentionally cut themselves or another person; toys that produce loud noises  as these can permanently impair a child's hearing; and electric toys as they are a potential burn hazard.