Stay Safe Trick Or Treating
Colin Joss
Every Halloween, children dress up in their spookiest costumes and set out in search of the best candy. Wandering the neighborhood at night, going from house to house searching for the best treats is a great tradition. Sensible parents remind their children of the safety rules - stay in a group and check your candy before eating it. But those handing out the treats need to be cautious too. Here's some safety ideas for handing out treats.
First of all, do not become a target. Single women and elderly couples are the most common people to be home during trick or treating and as trick or treating has become increasingly popular with teenagers and young adults, a tone of naughty and mischievous emerges. Beware of intentions of toilet papering homes to demanding the best Halloween candy. If you want to provide treats to visitors, make sure your home is brightly lit and all entrances (including windows) are secure. Also have friends over to share in the treats so that you are not faced alone with large groups of tricks.
Next, help parents out by being conscious of what kind of candy you choose. Make sure pieces are individually wrapped and none are damaged. Pick a healthier option like a granola bar or trail mix. Be sure to buy plenty to go around, and if you have extra, it is always easy to donate at local shelters or hospitals at this time. Avoid passing germs by placing the treat in their bag yourself rather than having each child reach into the same bowl of candy. Giving out one Halloween candy per trick or treat is a good practice to ensure fairness for the children and efficiency for the parents. By only providing one choice of Halloween candy makes it easier for you to interact with the children and faster for the parents to stop at the numerous houses on the block.
Ask questions. Find out who the kids are and where they're from. If there's any trouble during their visit you'll know who to contact. And sometimes the promise of free candy can lead children farther away from home than they're supposed to go. A lost child is any parent's nightmare. If you can provide basic information on if they were at your home, when, and in which direction they headed, it'll be a big help.
Celebrating a spooky holiday with bags of Halloween candy and frolicking throughout the night is a long honored tradition enjoyed by many. Remember though, Halloween does not end with children. When you find yourself being a treat provider on this night, take an important look on what you are giving out, including your home, Halloween candy, and your observance. By actively protecting your home, your visitors, and your self, you can ensure a fun and safe Halloween night for everybody!
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