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Product name "Big Rex and Friends" Cloth Books
Description This recall involves "Big Rex and Friends" cloth books. The book has a black and white striped border with a red dinosaur on the cover. The words "Big Rex and Friends" are printed on the cover. ISBN 031249260X or 9780312492601 is printed on the back of the book. 
Problem A red plastic dot sewn in the book contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. 
Distribution Barnes & Noble, Toys "R" Us, Amazon, Borders and other bookstores and retailers nationwide for about $9. 
Company St. Martin's Press 800-347-9411; Web site www.priddybooks.com/recall 
Dates sold May 2004 through October 2009 
Date posted 01/09/2010 
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