Halloween is a magical time for kids, filled with costumes, candies, and spooky excitement. However, making trick or treating safe and fun for your kids requires some planning. We have some creative and practical tips to ensure they have an unforgettable and safe Halloween experience!
One of my fondest memories as a child was going out and trick or treating with my cousins and collecting all kinds of cool 90’s candy. Coming home and sorting it out making trades was a blast and kids these days love every second of it. I have noticed a huge increase in vintage candies coming back to store shelves lately and it is such a joy to share these treats with our kids. Now we can reminisce about our 90’s candy and they will actually listen without calling us old or vintage. Now take these tips and share them with your trick or treating group so they can have an amazing experience as well!
One of the first steps is planning your trick-or-treating
route in advance. Choose well-lit neighborhoods and stick to familiar areas
where you know the community. This choice not only keeps your kids safe but
also helps them feel more comfortable. Share the route with other parents and
set a meeting point in case anyone wanders away.
Costumes are the heart of Halloween but can also pose safety
risks. Ensure your kids’ costumes are not only fun but also safe and
comfortable. Avoid long, flowing fabrics that can cause them to trip. Use
flame-resistant materials and add reflective tape to costumes and bags to
increase visibility. Don’t forget to make sure they can see and move freely in
their costumes.
We love to buy glow sticks from the dollar store to light the kids up while they walk. We have also purchased stick on reflectors for the kids to wear on their backpacks, wrists, ankles, or wherever they can be easily seen by cars passing by!
Before heading out, go over basic trick-or-treating
etiquette with your kids. Remind them to say “please” and “thank you,” and to
only visit homes with porch lights on. Discuss the importance of staying on
sidewalks and not cutting across yards. Explain to younger kids that you’ll
need to go through the treats yourself to ensure everything is safe.
Halloween can be overwhelming for some kids, especially
those sensitive to sensory input. Use a few tips for making Halloween more sensory friendly for kids
who might feel overwhelmed by unfamiliar costumes and crowds. Choose quieter
times to go trick-or-treating and have a plan for quick breaks if needed.
Consider offer your kids earplugs or noise-canceling headphones if they need
help managing sensory overload.
Ensure to check sweets for hazards, or tampering
When we were growing up we had a few incidents where some shady people had handed out tampered with candy and dangerous items. Back then the rules for 90’s Candy were a lot simpler and people could easily place loose pieces in bags and hand them out without people even questioning it.
In the last few years we have seen some dangerous items placed in candies and kids have gotten hurt so don’t allow your kids to just dig in without having an adult do a thorough search first. The myth of people poisoning kids has been tossed around for years but never substantiated. But there have been sharp objects or pins found in treats as a prank and that’s just as terrifying.
In conclusion, making trick or treating safe and fun for
your kids is all about preparation and mindfulness. Plan your route, choose
safe costumes, teach proper etiquette, and consider sensory needs to ensure a
fantastic Halloween. With these strategies, you can create a memorable and safe
experience for your little ones. So grab those candy bags and get ready for a
bone-chilling night!
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