The spookiest day of the year is quickly approaching, and you’re probably already on your way to being knee-deep in pumpkins, costumes, candy and creating great Halloween memories for your child!
While Halloween is a highly anticipated occasion, TFI would like to give families with young children some tips for a fun and safe Halloween!
- 1. Supervise Young Children: Always accompany young children while they are trick-or-treating. For older kids, plan a route and set a curfew.
- Visible Costumes: Wear bright-colored costumes or add reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags to ensure drivers can easily see children.
- Stay on the Sidewalk: Walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic and as far to the left as possible.
- Cross Safely: Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Look both ways before crossing and make eye contact with drivers before stepping onto the road.
- Use Flashlights: Equip each child and adult with a flashlight to help them see and be seen.
- Check Treats: Inspect all candy before eating. Discard anything that looks tampered with or is not in its original, sealed packaging.
- Stay Together: Stick together as a group. If older children are trick-or-treating alone, make sure they go in a group and have a cell phone.
- Avoid Dark Houses: Only approach homes that have their porch lights on and are welcoming trick-or-treaters.
- Fire Safety: Make sure costumes are flame-resistant and avoid long, trailing fabric. Be cautious around open flames from jack-o-lanterns and other decorations.
- Respect Others: Remind children to be polite and thank homeowners. Only go to houses that are participating in Halloween and avoid disturbing those who aren’t.
These tips can help ensure a fun and safe Halloween night for everyone!
For more tips & tricks visit our Halloween Safety Guide: Halloween Safety Guide – TFI (tfifamily.org)