Tip for Parents! - Dentists say that it's better to eat all of the Halloween candy quickly, and then get back to normal eating and brushing habits rather than dragging the sugar fest on for weeks.

If you are trick or treating after dark carry a flashlight. You can put the flashlight under your chin for a very scary look! The light helps you see where you are going and makes you visible to cars.

Always check with a grown up before eating any candy.

Go trick or treating with an adult.

Always say thank you and remember, no tricks!

Keep a very close eye out for cars when crossing the road.

When you are out trick or treating you should wear makeup or a mask that doesn't restrict your vision in any way.

Don't talk to or take treats from people you don't know.

Use light clothes or reflective tape to make the trick or treater more visible.

Make sure the children can walk easily without tripping over long costumes.

Wear comfortable, well fitting shoes. Large, clunky shoes or Mom's high heels make for sore feet and spills.

Costumes should be large enough so that warm clothes can be worn underneath when it's cold out.

Discuss the route before hand. Only go on well-lit, familiar streets.

Eat a good meal before leaving the house, so that you won't be tempted to eat some candy before having a grown up check them.

Never enter a stranger's home or car.

Don't cut across lawns, as there may be unseen objects to trip over.

Take a quarter with you so that you can phone home if you need some assistance. Cross at intersections or crosswalks.

Only go to homes that are well-lit or are clearly participating in Halloween.

Be nice to the little kids. When they're all bundled up in their costumes they can fall over very easily.

If you have a source to add, or comments, just let us know.

Sara (yes, I can explain it all)
Sara@openhere.com

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