Open Discussion Forum

  • 1.  Crayons and Markers

    Posted 05-01-2019 09:01 AM
    Are  fat crayons and markers considered a choking hazard for toddlers and twos?  Since they stick out of the choke tube, I'm thinking they are not - that they are too long to be loddged in the throat.

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    Diane Smalley
    Creative Play School
    Alexandria VA
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  • 2.  RE: Crayons and Markers

    Posted 05-01-2019 02:42 PM
    Hi Diane:
    The markers are not the choking hazard but the lids are. And the crayons are not a choking hazard until they break, are eaten or are so well loved that they are stubby nubs and fit in the choke tube that way.  Another thing that we often use is sidewalk chalk- again, not a chokeable until it is worn down.  I hope this was helpful!

    Sam

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    Samantha Coontz
    Center Director
    Sunshine House at CSU
    Fort Collins CO
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  • 3.  RE: Crayons and Markers

    Posted 05-02-2019 12:01 PM
    Hello,
    We think that crayons and markers may not be a safety hazard for children. But children often put things in their mouth, and crayons are objects that can be toxic. Crayons contain waxes and color pigments, which are only expected to cause a mild laxative effect if ingested, but if a child breaks it and puts it in their mouth it's considered a choking hazard. With markers it's a little different, it doesn't contain any toxic substances known, but the cap can also be a choking hazard.

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    Mery Ellen Paulichi
    DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL
    DANBURY CT
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  • 4.  RE: Crayons and Markers

    Posted 05-02-2019 09:32 PM
    ​I am a pre school teacher here in Houston, and in my class I find that the my older 4 year olds tends to push the crayons and markers to the back of their throats. This act tends to choke them.

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    Shandra Helaire
    Teacher
    Kinder Care edu.
    Houston TX
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