Here are some great Do’s and Don’ts when out Trick-or-Treating. Great tips for parents, kids. Plus some advice on handing out candy and tips to follow if not handing out candy.
Tips For Parents
1.This is a great opportunity to help your child practice good manners. 2.Teach your child to respect other people’s property by not cutting through shrubbery and across lawns. 3.Tell your child to ring the doorbell or knock on doors just once. Ringing the bell several times or knocking insistently is rude. 4.Be sure your child says “Yes Please” when verbally offered candy and “Thank You” when they receive candy or are complimented on their costume.
If You Are Not Handing Out Candy
1.Leave your porch light off. During Trick-or-Treat hours this is a universal sign saying “NO CANDY”. 2.Just in case someone ventures towards your front door even thought he lights are off, you can leave a friendly sign on your door saying “no candy”.
Treat Giving Do’s and Don’ts
Don’t Give: 1.Home baked goods. 2.Unwrapped treats 3.Fruits 4.“Healthy” snacks (don’t force your dietary choices on to other people’s children).
Do Give: 1.Candy (the good stuff). 2.If you just can’t bring yourself to had out candy for fear of promoting tooth decay, here are some suggestions: Stickers Temporary Tattoos Small toys such as rings, whistles etc. Anything you’d drop into a hand-out goodie bag for a child’s birthday party.
Right-click the image to download this sign to post on your door.
