Halloween Traditions and Safety Tips
Costumes • Halloween is a fun holiday. • It is on October 31. • Children wear funny or scary costumes on this special holiday.
Trick or Treating • Trick-or-treating is a popular Halloween tradition. • Children knock on doors and say “Trick or treat!” • People give them candy.
Be Safe Together • Trick-or-treaters should walk with a friend or an adult. • They shouldn’t eat any candy until their parents have checked it for poison and razor blades.
Carry a Flashlight • Trick-or-treaters should carry a flashlight so cars can see them. • They should look both ways before they cross the street.
No Weapons • Children should not carry dangerous weapons on Halloween. • This pirate is carrying a blunt plastic sword.
Clear Vision • Children should be able to see clearly in all directions when wearing their costumes. • Costumes should not be too long or they might trip.
Baskets or Bags • Children need a basket, bag, or pillowcase to carry their Halloween candy. • These girls are carrying orange jacko-lantern baskets.
Vampire • This teenager is dressed like a vampire. • He is carrying a bag for candy.
Party Invitation
Halloween Party When: Oct. 31 Time: 7:30 P.M. Where: 1234 Main Street
Westminster, CA 92683
Bobbing for Apples • Bobbing for apples is a popular game at Halloween parties. • Players try to bite an apple and take it out of a bucket of water without using their hands.
Costumes at Work • Some adults wear costumes at work. • This office worker is dressed like a witch.
Company Party • These adults like Halloween, too. • They are at a company party. • They are having fun.
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Happy Halloween!