With Halloween right around the bend, allowing kids to celebrate the occasion without compromising their safety is on the minds of parents, grandparents and guardians everywhere. If you're going to let your kiddos dress up in their scariest (or cutest) costumes and bang on random doors yelling, “trick-or-treat,” keep these quick safety tips in mind.
Plan a route in advance. Decide where you’re going before the big day and tell trusted friends or family members about your planned route before you head out.
Dress kids in practical shoes. Princess shoes are adorable, but they are not very practical for walking up and down the sidewalk; neither are the stylish boots that match those Wonder Woman and Batman costumes (long story). Tennis shoes that fit comfortably are the best option for trick-or-treating.
Walk with flashlights so drivers can easily see you. Take a few extra batteries for the flashlights just in case you need them. You may also consider using reflective materials on kids’ costumes to make them more visible to oncoming cars.
Take a fully charged cell phone. You never know when you might need to call for help. It’s better to have a phone and not need it than to need it and not have it.
Stay in well-lit areas. If the house or street is not well lit, keep it moving. Also, don’t allow your kids to go around the back of anyone’s house. The quest for a handful of candy is not worth the risk of encountering a maniac hiding in someone’s backyard.
Check your children's candy before you allow them to eat it. While most people are well-intentioned when they pass out goodies on Halloween, there are a few nuts who do horrible things to the candy they pass out.
We’re sure your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews are counting down the days until they can sport their favorite costumes and gather all the candy their trick-or-treat bags can hold. Increase your youngsters’ chances of having a safe Halloween by keeping the above tips in mind.
Plan a route in advance. Decide where you’re going before the big day and tell trusted friends or family members about your planned route before you head out.
Dress kids in practical shoes. Princess shoes are adorable, but they are not very practical for walking up and down the sidewalk; neither are the stylish boots that match those Wonder Woman and Batman costumes (long story). Tennis shoes that fit comfortably are the best option for trick-or-treating.
Walk with flashlights so drivers can easily see you. Take a few extra batteries for the flashlights just in case you need them. You may also consider using reflective materials on kids’ costumes to make them more visible to oncoming cars.
Take a fully charged cell phone. You never know when you might need to call for help. It’s better to have a phone and not need it than to need it and not have it.
Stay in well-lit areas. If the house or street is not well lit, keep it moving. Also, don’t allow your kids to go around the back of anyone’s house. The quest for a handful of candy is not worth the risk of encountering a maniac hiding in someone’s backyard.
Check your children's candy before you allow them to eat it. While most people are well-intentioned when they pass out goodies on Halloween, there are a few nuts who do horrible things to the candy they pass out.
We’re sure your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews are counting down the days until they can sport their favorite costumes and gather all the candy their trick-or-treat bags can hold. Increase your youngsters’ chances of having a safe Halloween by keeping the above tips in mind.
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