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Choking hazard Toys Sep 17, 2026

Esjay Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys Recall (2026)

Esjay Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys Recall (2026)
The hazard The recalled toy violates the small parts ban because the product is for children under three years of age and the red knobs can detach, posing a deadly choking hazard.
What to do Consumers should take the recalled toy away from children, stop using it immediately and contact Esjay for instructions on the repair. Consumers will be asked to unzip the page with red knobs, write “RECALLED” on both sides of the page and throw it away. Send a photo of the disposed page to Esjay US at [email protected] to receive a replacement page.
Read the official CPSC notice → Source: CPSC.gov · Always confirm the latest details on the official agency page.

Esjay Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys has been recalled. The hazard: The recalled toy violates the small parts ban because the product is for children under three years of age and the red knobs can detach, posing a deadly choking hazard. If you own this, here is what to check and what to do next.

What's being recalled

Product: Esjay Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys

This recall involves Esjay Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys. The busy boards are made of blue felt, have carrying handles, elastic cords and button closures. The front is printed with various cartoon dinosaurs, and the back is printed with 26 small squares, each corresponding to a letter of the alphabet. Each square contains the letter and a cartoon animal. The busy boards have five pages in total and the page with red knobs is the second page.

The hazard behind the esjay toddler busy board montessori toys recall

The recalled toy violates the small parts ban because the product is for children under three years of age and the red knobs can detach, posing a deadly choking hazard.

(Hazard wording above is quoted directly from the official CPSC notice.)

How to tell if yours is affected

Check the model number and identifying labels described in the official notice before acting. If the details match, treat it as affected. When in doubt, contact the company.

What to do

Consumers should take the recalled toy away from children, stop using it immediately and contact Esjay for instructions on the repair. Consumers will be asked to unzip the page with red knobs, write “RECALLED” on both sides of the page and throw it away. Send a photo of the disposed page to Esjay US at [email protected] to receive a replacement page.

What this means for your family

A recall means the issue was caught and the company must make it right, usually at no cost to you. Take the item away from children now, follow the official remedy below, and keep the model and date details handy when you contact the company.

For families, the practical part is simple: pause use first, then verify the exact product details before deciding whether yours is included. Many children's recalls involve narrow model numbers, date ranges, labels, or online sellers, so a quick label check can prevent both unnecessary worry and missed action. If the product was a gift or hand-me-down, share the official notice with the person who bought it so they can help with order records or refund steps.

Official notice

For the complete, authoritative details, see the official CPSC recall notice: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Esjay-US-Recalls-Toddler-Busy-Board-Montessori-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Choking-Violates-Small-Parts-Ban

More4Kids compiles recall information from public government notices and links to the official source. We are not a government agency. Always confirm the latest details on the official agency page before acting.

Sophia Richards

Sophia Richards

Meet Sophia Richards Sophia Richards is an early childhood educator, passionate writer, and the proud mom of three energetic kids. With a degree in Education and over a decade of hands-on classroom experience, Sophia bridges the gap between professional teaching strategies and everyday family life. At More4Kids, she translates complex child development concepts into practical, actionable parenting tips that families can use at home.

Whether she is sharing positive reinforcement techniques, educational crafts, or honest reflections on the chaos of raising three children under one roof, Sophia’s goal is to empower parents to foster resilience and joy in their kids. When she isn't writing or lesson planning, you can find her organizing neighborhood scavenger hunts or trying out new kid-friendly recipes.

Areas of Expertise: Early Childhood Education, Positive Parenting, Sibling Dynamics, Educational Play, Family Wellness.

Important: More4Kids compiles recall information from public announcements by the CPSC, FDA, and NHTSA. We summarize these notices in plain language and link to the official source for every recall. We are not a government agency and do not issue recalls. Information may change after publication — always confirm the latest details on the official agency page before acting.