| When it comes to Halloween, most kids think | | | | |
| of the fun, the candy and the dressing up. | | | | Visit homes of people you know! - Although |
| What they don't think about is the dark and | | | | this may mean a trip in the car instead of |
| the danger that can be a part of Halloween | | | | walking this Halloween, it is safer to stick |
| night. Here are some common sense safety tips | | | | with those people you know and trust when |
| to keep you and your children safe this | | | | accepting candy. Most people are friendly and |
| coming Halloween: | | | | trustworthy, but if you don't know them you |
| | | | don't know that for sure. It is best to know, |
| Always carry a flashlight! - This is | | | | especially if your kids will be eating what |
| especially important if you are going | | | | is given to them. |
| trick-or-treating in an area without | | | | |
| streetlights. Uneven pavement along the side | | | | Look for organized gatherings - When you want |
| of the road, holes in the turf along the edge | | | | to keep your kids safe and within a confined |
| of the street, and any kind of debris in your | | | | area, look for organized gatherings |
| walking path can cause a serious fall. Not | | | | celebrating Halloween instead of going out. |
| only will a flashlight help you find your | | | | You won't have to worry about cars, you won't |
| way, but it will alert drivers of your | | | | have to worry about bullies, and you really |
| location like a beacon. | | | | won't have to worry about the candy and |
| | | | goodies your child is getting. |
| Wear reflective tape! - It may not be the | | | | |
| most stylish, but reflective tape is one of | | | | These are just a few of the ways you can keep |
| the best and easiest ways to make you | | | | your children safe this Halloween. Contact |
| noticeable to drivers. You can get it in | | | | your local police department or on safety |
| several different colors, so you can blend it | | | | websites for a more complete list that you |
| in with your clothing or costume as best you | | | | and your children can follow. |
| can. You can place it around the entire | | | | |
| outline of your trick-or-treat bag, as well, | | | | Nicola always enjoys Halloween parties with |
| for that extra added visibility. | | | | her family. Visit her Halloween site for tips |
| | | | and information about kids halloween costume |
| Make sure to stay in a group! - Certainly | | | | ideas at |
| don't send your children out by themselves, | | | | |
| but also plan on going in a group with other | | | | This article may be reprinted in full so long |
| parents and their kids. The larger the group, | | | | as the resource box and the live links are |
| the more unlikely it will be that you find | | | | included intact. All rights reserved. |
| yourself and your kids in trouble. | | | | Copyright Best-Halloween. |