The consumer safety group World Against Toys Causing Harm has released a list of the 10 worst toys of 2017. Among the offending items are the wildly popular fidget spinners, which reportedly contain small parts that can be a choking hazard. Meanwhile, Mattel’s Wonder Woman sword has the potential to cause blunt-force injuries and Marvel’s Spider-Man drone has multiple rotating blades that can lead to eye and other bodily injuries. Here is the entire list of items:
- Itty bittys baby plush stacking toy by Hallmark
- Pull Along Pony by Tolo Toys Limited
- Wonder Woman Battle-Action Sword by Mattel
- Hand Fidgetz Spinners by Kipp Brothers
- Spider-Man Spider-Drone Official Movie Edition by Marvel and Skyrocket Toys
- Nerf Zombie Strike Dreadbolt Crossbow by Hasbro and Nerf.com
- Slackers Slackline Classic Kit by Brand 44
- The Oval Xylophone by Plan Toys Inc. and Plan Creations
- Jetts Heel Wheels by Razor USA
- Brianna Babydoll by Melissa & Doug
Consumer safety group unveils its 'worst toys' list