Tips to read before selecting your child's costume.
• Select a costume that won't fall apart before the night's festivities are over.
• Make sure the costume won't hamper your child's movement.
• Consider face paint as a safe alternative to masks, especially for younger children.
• If the costume is elaborate, dress your child in simple clothing underneath. This way they can easily change to play games or take a break.
• Solid color turtlenecks and sweat pants are an easy costume starter for kids.
• Don't forget about your child's restroom needs.
• Don't work yourself into a frenzy. This is supposed to be fun for you and your child.
• If trick-or-treating after dusk, have kids carry a flashlight and use a glow stick necklace to wear over the costume. reflective tape on the treat bag is also helpful.
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- Wear light colored costumes to be visible in the dark.
- Add reflectors to your costume.
- Make sure costumes aren't too long (to avoid tripping)..
- Use makeup or facepaints (no masks)..
- Use non-toxic and hypoallergenic facepaints..
- Secure hats (to keep out of eyes)..
- Carry a flashlight..
- Make sure all costume accessories are safe and flexible (no sharp or pointy edges)..
- Walk on the sidewalk and cross only at corners..
- Trick or treat only in familiar areas..
- Walk do not run..
- Keep costumes away from pumpkins lit with candles..
- Go with Mom or Dad or a Buddy (never go alone)..
- Never go into a home or apartment building without an adult..
- Only trick or treat houses with outdoor lights on..
- Never get into a stranger's car..
- Set a specific time for children to be home..
- Give children money to phone home if needed..
- Thoroughly check all candy and discard any questionable pieces (many police agencies offer free x-raying of candy on Halloween)..

Be careful * Be smart * Be safe!


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