Magician costume includes black cape with printed cards & flowers, striped vest with handkerchief pocket, top hat with bunny and magic wand. Pants, shirt and shoes not included.I have attempted in this article to discuss some safety tips for trick or treat, ways to insure our little ones stay out of harms way for Halloween. Are you uncertain how to make this holiday a safe one for your children?
October 31, All Hallows Eve, only comes around once a year. Tis the season for ghosts, goblins, witches, pretty little princesses, superman and the joker, all different types of disguised little ones, to make their appearance on our doorsteps asking for treats so we won't be tricked. Are you prepared for the invasion of the little people?
Halloween night, just before dusk, you will begin to see the sidewalks and roads change mystically into a land of witches, ghosts and goblins. Trick or treat! It is here again and as a parent you must make certain your children remain safe and unharmed during their various festivities.
Choosing the costume with safety foremost in our minds is an important point to consider. The costume should be loose fitting or non-binding so as not to trip up their feet on their journey. Avoid long skirts or outfits, heels that are too high, or boots that are too large and could cause a child to fall.
Choose the mask carefully - be sure that it does not obstruct their vision as they make their merry way up and down the sidewalks. Comfort on their face is also an issue to be concerned about, making sure they can breathe through the disguise. Should you choose make-up as an alternative to a face mask, be aware of any caution labels on the package. Use only non-toxic, hypoallergenic products and ones that can be removed with soap and water.
Although many parents attempt to take their little ones out before dark, there are many that are still trick or treating after dark. Use reflective material in their costume or apply a reflective tape to their attire so they are visible on their outing. Another safety tip for trick or treat is to have your child carry a flashlight.
The best part of Halloween, especially for the kids, is the treats they are given. Teach the children not to snack on these treats until such time you have had a chance to examine them for tampering. Be on the look out for packages that have been torn or altered in any form. Check them carefully for pin holes in the wrapper and unless you know for sure exactly where they came from, avoid altogether any home made treat that has not been wrapped in a clear plastic wrap.
Of the many Halloween safety tips for trick or treat I could give you, the most important one is to accompany your children as they go about the neighborhood. Do not allow them to go alone - besides the safety issue - it gives you the opportunity to share this holiday with them, no matter their age. For more information on things to do on this holiday, visit Everything Halloween where you can explore the many ideas for costumes for the whole family.
