CPSC2026-02-26CHEMICAL

TheKiddoSpace handwriting practice kits recalled for excessive lead in pen nibs

What this means

TheKiddoSpace children's handwriting practice kits contain pens with lead levels that exceed federal safety limits. The pens come in both block and cursive alphabet versions sold online. Lead can be toxic if children ingest it.

  • Stop using the handwriting kits immediately and remove all pens and refills from children
  • Contact TheKiddoSpace at info@thekiddospace.com for free replacement pens and refills with prepaid shipping
  • Dispose of the recalled pens and refills according to your local and state rules, then photograph and email proof of disposal to info@thekiddospace.com

Product photos

Recalled TheKiddoSpace Block Handwriting Practice Kit
Recalled TheKiddoSpace Block Handwriting Practice Kit
Recalled TheKiddoSpace Cursive Handwriting Practice Kit
Recalled TheKiddoSpace Cursive Handwriting Practice Kit
The agency's original wording
Hazard

The pens in the recalled children's handwriting kits contain levels of lead in the nib that exceed the federal lead content ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled handwriting kits immediately, take the pens and refills away from children and contact The KiddoSpace to receive free replacement pens and refills, including shipping. Consumers will be asked to dispose of the pens and refills according to local and state regulations and send a photo of the disposed products to info@thekiddospace.com.

Intended for
Children
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold at
Online at TheKiddoSpaceStore.com and Amazon.com from February 2024 through February 2025 for between $25 and $50.
Affected count
About 19,700
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
TheKiddoSpace Print and Cursive Handwriting Kits
Consumer contact
TheKiddoSpace by email at info@thekiddospace.com, or online at www.thekiddospacestore.com/pages/product-recalls/handwriting-kit or www.thekiddospacestore.com and click "Product Safety Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more informatio.

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TheKiddoSpace-Recalls-Childrens-Handwriting-Practice-Kits-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Lead-Exposure-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban

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