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How do you tell your children when their toy has been recalled?
Dec 31 2007, 8:48 PM EST | Post edited: Dec 31 2007, 8:48 PM EST
Recently, my daughter's Curious George plush doll was recalled. It was just by chance that I heard about the high lead content in his plastic face while browsing the web on a totally unrelated topic. It was very sad to mail away a beloved toy (but I did receive a $15 refund!).

At first, I thought I'd give her an opportunity to say goodbye to George before I shipped him back to the factory, but I didn't want it to seem like a funeral. So I didn't say anything and she hasn't missed him---yet. But one day soon, I know she'll be looking for George and I don't know what to say. How have you handled this recall business? Got any advice on what to tell the kids? Do you find this valuable?    
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