A kid-friendly handwriting kit has turned into a federal headache after regulators found lead in the pens included in TheKiddoSpace handwriting practice sets. The reusable tracing kits, marketed for children as young as 3, come with disappearing-ink pens that are now part of a national recall. Parents are being urged to pull the pens out of circulation and stash them far from curious little hands until replacements arrive.
What Was Recalled
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the pens included in TheKiddoSpace Print and Cursive Handwriting Kits contain lead in the nibs at levels that violate the federal lead-content ban. About 19,700 kits were sold online between February 2024 and February 2025, and the recall notice went up on February 26, 2026.
What’s In The Kits And Where They Were Sold
The kits come in both block-print and cursive versions and include multiple reusable practice books along with black pens, colorful pen grips and refill cartridges. Product listings describe the writing tools as disappearing-ink pens and say the sets are designed for children ages 3 and up. They were sold on TheKiddoSpace’s website and on Amazon for roughly $25 to $50, according to the seller’s own listings. TheKiddoSpace site lists contact details and a product-recalls page for affected customers.
How Parents Were Alerted
Local health agencies helped spread the word once the federal alert went live. The Salt Lake County Health Department shared the recall on Facebook on February 26, linking directly to the CPSC notice and urging families to reach out to the company for replacement pens.
Health Risks
Lead exposure is particularly dangerous for young children, with the potential to harm brain and nervous-system development. Even low levels are linked to learning difficulties and behavioral problems, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC says there is no safe blood lead level for children and recommends blood testing if exposure is suspected.
What To Do If You Have A Kit
Parents and caregivers are advised to stop using the pens immediately and remove the refills from children’s reach. Under the recall, consumers can contact TheKiddoSpace for free replacement pens and refills. Customers will be asked to dispose of the original pens in line with local rules and then send a photo of the discarded items to [email protected]. For detailed instructions and next steps, check the official U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall posting.
A Pattern Of Recent Recalls
This is not the first safety issue tied to TheKiddoSpace brand. Previous recalls have targeted products such as sensory swings and peg-doll toys, as documented on GOV.UK. Those earlier actions are a reminder to double-check recall databases before clicking “buy” on children’s gear.
Legal Note
Federal rules set strict caps on how much lead can be present in children’s products, including in paint and similar surface coatings. The limits are spelled out in 16 C.F.R. part 1303, and manufacturers and importers are required to certify that their products comply. When those standards are violated, companies can face enforcement actions, civil penalties and mandatory corrective measures under the Consumer Product Safety Act.
