The Parents' Choice Award was an award presented by the

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Parents' Choice Foundation to recognize "the very best products for children of different ages and backgrounds, and of varied skill and interest levels." It was considered a "prestigious" award among children's products, and had been described by the ''

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'' as the industry equivalent of an

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. The Parents' Choice Awards were established in 1978 by Diana Huss Green, who was then the president of the Parents' Choice Foundation. The award recipients were determined by a committee of educators, scientists, performing artists, librarians, parents and children. One of six award commendations were given to award winners: Classic, Gold, Silver, Recommended, Approved or "Fun Stuff." The awards were held annually. The Parents' Choice Foundation closed in 2022.https://www.facebook.com/parentschoicefoundation/

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