Pull toys develop the gross motor skills of infants and young toddlers, according to Dr. Mark A. Brandenburg, author of " The American Academy of Pediatrics states that strings longer than this "could be a strangulation hazard for babies. Choose a pull toy that has more than the pull toy feature for extended play possibilities. The classic Fisher-Price Chatter Telephone includes a spinnable rotary dial and moving eyes in addition to the pull toy feature.. Tips & Warnings Check the Consumer Product Safety Commission's website to view any new toy recalls prior to shopping (see Resources).