Fall celebrations like Halloween and Harvest Day are fun times for children, who can dress up in costumes, enjoy parties, and eat yummy treats. These celebrations also provide a chance to give out healthy snacks, get physical activity, and focus on safety.
Check out these tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for trick-or-treaters and party guests.
Swords, knives, and other costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible. Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips, and falls. Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you. Always test make-up in a small area first. Remove it before bedtime to prevent possible skin and eye irritation. Lower your risk for serious eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses.
Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult.
Enter homes only if you’re with a trusted adult. Only visit well-lit houses. Never accept rides from strangers.
Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats made by strangers. Limit the amount of treats you eat.
Look both ways before crossing the street. Use crosswalks wherever possible. Only walk on sidewalks whenever possible, or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe. WALK and don’t run from house to house.
Never walk near lit candles or luminaries. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.
Expecting trick-or-treaters or party guests?
Follow these tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for everyone:
Provide healthier treats for trick-or-treaters such as low-calorie treats and drinks. For guests, offer a variety of fruits and vegetables.
Use party games and trick-or-treat time as an opportunity for kids to get their daily dose of 60 minutes of physical activity.
Be sure walking areas and stairs are well-lit and free of obstacles that could cause someone to fall.
Keep candle-lit jack o’lanterns and luminaries away from doorsteps, walkways, landings, and curtains. Place them on sturdy tables, keep them out of the reach of pets and small children, and never leave them unattended.
Remind drivers to watch out for trick-or-treaters and to drive safely.
Halloween comes only once a year, so enjoy the holiday! With a little common sense and planning, you and your little ones can have a safe and spooktacularly fun-filled Halloween.
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