Some toys have small parts that can cause choking, so heed all warnings on a toy's packaging. Check toys frequently for loose or broken parts - for example, a stuffed animal's loose eye or a broken plastic hinge. Warn older children not to leave loose game parts or toys with small pieces in easy reach of younger siblings. Balloons and Other Small Objects Never give balloons to a child younger than age eight. A child who is blowing up or chewing on a balloon can choke by inhaling it.
Inflated balloons pose a risk because they can pop without warning and be inhaled.
Safely dispose of button-cell batteries. Encourage children not to put pencils, crayons, or erasers in their mouths when coloring or drawing. Don't reward small children with coins. It's normal for children to get scrapes and cuts on the playground, but they must be protected from sharp and dangerous items around and outside the house. Keep glass objects, such as drinking glasses or bowls, in a high cabinet far from reach.