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Stay up-to-date with the latest news and issues for kids in 2007.
- My Fruit Roll-Ups® Eat My Words Contest
My Fruit Roll-Ups® Fruit Flavored Snack is Searching for America’s Funniest Kid Comedians!
- Halloween Spooktacular!
Universal CityWalk and L.A. Parent magazine celebrate Halloween with its annual “Spook-tacular” featuring traditional trick-or-treating, children costume contests and entertainment.
- More Toys Recalled
Millions of popular toys are being recalled - be sure you know which ones they are! Updated as new recalls are added (September 26, 2007)
- CPSC Releases the "Top Five Hidden Home Hazards"
Safety Agency places popular Magnetic Toys on the list of deadly dangers.
- Fisher-Price Recalls Licensed Character Toys Due To Lead Poisoning Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Fisher-Price, today announced a voluntary recall of Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, and other children’s toys. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
- Are you a K'nexpert?
K’NEX Brands, is looking for aspiring kids to put on their thinking caps and enter the K’NEXpert Search – an annual contest that asks kids to design an ultra-creative, original model made entirely from K’NEX parts.
- Life is good® at Fenway
Annual Summer Festival Moves to “America’s Most Beloved Ballpark”; Tickets on Sale Now
- 2007 Scripps National Spelling Bee begins today in Washington D.C.
The 2007 Scripps National Spelling Bee begins today in Washington D.C., featuring top spellers from across the U.S. and including competitors from Europe, Guam, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, The Bahamas, American Samoa, Canada and New Zealand.
- The Ultimate Summer Brain Workout
Just like their bodies, kids’ brains need exercise to stay in tip-top shape. It’s no surprise that during the long, lazy days of summer, many students lose the equivalent of one to two months of reading and math skills. Read more.....
- 14th annual EarthFest featuring Kids Planet
Boston-bred band Guster will headline the 14th Annual Earthfest in Boston, scheduled for May 26, 2007 at the Hatch Shell in Boston. Find out more!
- Playground Safety
To help prevent injuries from falls and other hazards on public and home playgrounds read these safety tips.
- Hey Girls!
Barbie® Launches the World's First Global Online Community Designed Exclusively for Girls - find out more!
- Disney Movie Rewards
Buena Vista Worldwide Home Entertainment has announced the next major advancement for its Disney Movie Rewards program: the first-ever theatrical tie-in with Walt Disney Pictures MEET THE ROBINSONS, in theatres March 30, 2007.
- Design Dale's New Ride
The UPS Store® is kicking off its third annual Toys for Tots campaign and celebrating NASCAR legend Dale Jarrett’s new racing team and car with the “Design Dale’s New Ride” coloring contest – inviting kids ages 5-12 to design the special paint scheme for The UPS Store/Toys for Tots #44 Camry.
- Healthy Kids® Day
Join the YMCA for The Nation's Largest Health Day for Children
YMCA Healthy Kids® Day is Saturday, April 14, 2007
- New Computer Game Helps Kids
Zipland Interactive recently completed the world's first research-based psychological computer game designed to help kids from separated or divorce families cope indirectly with the emotional issues that arise from their new reality.
- New TV Series
Saturday mornings are about to get a little more chaotic as the highly-anticipated new TV series Chaotic officially rejoins the 4Kids TV lineup on FOX on Saturday, January 6th with 40 new episodes.
- Wii Video Game System Wrist Straps
Nintendo of America Initiates Replacement Program for Wrist Straps Used with Controllers for the Wii Video Game System
- How to Keep the Hottest Products of the Season Cool All Year Long
CPSC Provides Tips on Console Game and Computer Use
- Knott's Merry Farm Unwraps Biggest and Brightest Christmas Season Yet
First-Ever Parade, All-New Ice Show and Spectacular Decorations Makes a Trip to Knott's a Must See for the Holidays.
- All Treat No Sweet
PLAY-DOH Offers Moms Colorful and Creative Alternatives This Halloween.
- World Record For Largest Card Game
Residents of the nation's 35th state celebrated the 35th anniversary of UNO® today by setting a record for the world's largest card game tournament.
- Halloween Pumpkin Decoration Kits
Mr. Potato Head "Make a Monster Pumpkin" and Mr. Potato Head "Make a Fireman Pumpkin" and Mrs. Potato Head "Make a Diva Pumpkin" have been recalled - find out more.
- Baby Cookie Monster Plush Toys Recalled
A voluntary recall of this product has been announced. Learn more.
- Zune is Coming!
Microsoft Corp. is putting the social into digital music, starting this holiday. Today the company announced that the Zune™ digital media player and online service will be available to consumers in the U.S. on Nov. 14, 2006.
- Toy Tool Benches Recalled
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Playskool, of Pawtucket, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 255,000 Team Talkin' Tool Bench toys following the deaths of two young children.
- Discover a Dinosaur
Unlike many paleontological expeditions that allow only scholars to take part, PWRF promotes the concept of “real science for all people” and encourages the involvement of everyone who has an interest in dinosaurs, no matter their age. Learn about the 2007 expeditions.
- Cyberchase - "Season 5 My Big Idea - Inventions Initiative"
Online Game, Hands-On Activity Guide For After-School Programs, And Materials For Children's And Science Museums Nationwide Expand The Reach Of New Episodes Premiering In November On PBS KIDS GO!
- Boston Globe Children’s Book Festival
Join the fun on September 16th. Rhea Perlman, Norman Bridwell and Patricia MacLachlan to Headline.
- Pool Toys Recalled
Jet Streamers(tm) Water Blasters Pool Toys from Wild Planet Toys Inc. have been recalled - read more.
- Science Kits and R/C Airplanes Recalled
Learn about the latest recalls of products kids might own.
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