Tag Archives: Halloween

  If you head to a majority of the local chain grocery stores, you are sure to see a number of pumpkins available for purchase. But, let’s be honest. Where is the fun in just grabbing one there and setting it beside the week’s groceries? Instead how about heading to a number of locally owned and operated farms to pick …

Nowadays, Halloween costumes are not cheap. Parents and guardians would like for their children to get a good amount of use out of the costumes they purchase because, most likely, they will not fit them next year. Before the spooktacular trick-or-treat neighborhood events on Oct. 31, there are more than a dozen local events for families to run amok (amok, …

Click the images below to download this Top 10 calendar as a PDF. This roundup of family events appears in the October/November 2022 issue of Frederick’s Child.

  For many families, Halloween is a holiday to unwind and have fun. But for children on the autism spectrum who rely on predictability to maintain a sense of order, the deviations from normalcy that are part of Halloween celebrations can present challenges for them. “Although it is important to remember every child is different, people with autism spectrum disorders generally …

Fall is here, and with the festivities come many temptations and goodies offered by the approaching holidays of Halloween and Thanksgiving. Following a few do’s and don’ts can make the celebrations a little safer and healthier for both children and parents. Treats for Special Diets Food allergies can put a damper on any kid’s fun, especially during Halloween. Examine the …

Halloween candy by the bagful abounds on supermarket shelves at this time of year. While kids love the abundance of sweets, parents concerned about their kids’ candy intake may wonder how they can reduce the amount of sugary treats their kids consume. We put together the following suggestions for healthier alternatives to Halloween candy that your kids — and the …

For some children, Halloween is a time to overindulge in candy, take on a new identity for a day and witness spooky decorations transforming houses into macabre homes. However, the holiday can be an anxiety-inducing time for others. Ghosts, spiders, blood, the dark, scary costumes, goblins and clowns are some of the common stressors for children. Animatronic decorations that come …

Cozy up to fall with a good book in your hands. Board Books “Mouse’s First Fall” by Lauren Thompson Enjoy this classic story about Mouse and Minka as they explore this special season with great examples of counting, shapes, colors and autumn fun. “Pumpkins” by Gail Gibbons It isn’t fall without pumpkins! This book shares basic information on how pumpkins …

Looking for children’s books to read on Halloween? These tricky tales are just right for this spooky month! Board Books ‘10 Trick or Treaters’ By Janet Schulman In this simple story 10 trick or treaters set out together, but their numbers dwindle as they encounter spiders, toads and even a “mummy.” Young readers will love the bouncy, rhyming words on …

The final days of October are upon us. Don’t miss some of the following family-friendly activities you can enjoy with your children, including some spooktacular Halloween happenings. Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk Friday-Sunday, Oct. 23-25; Friday-Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join this guided tour through the dark by candlelight where saints and martyrs come to life and …