Many people, including children, like to dress up for Halloween in fun and exciting costumes. While dressing up is fun, there are some things to consider when choosing Halloween costumes, especially in Alaska. Be warm and be seen this Halloween to make sure a fun night does not end in disaster. Alaska temperatures make warmth a major concern when choosing costumes. As the night … [Read more...]
Blue Buckets On Halloween
Be aware while you greet trick-or-treaters that those with autism are carrying blue buckets to say "trick-or-treat!" for them this Halloween. After a trending Facebook post, parents across the U.S. have embraced the idea to raise awareness of trick-or-treaters with autism. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental disability. Someone with autism may be unable to say … [Read more...]
Halloween Candy, Safety and Kids
Halloween Candy Safety Everyone has heard at least one story about poison candy, these stories are mostly untrue. Today’s media gives the impression that the world is a crazy, threatening place for children at every turn. Many adults will recall that during the 1980s, wide-spread myths of troubled people using poison and razor blades in Halloween candy were common. Nearly all these … [Read more...]
Halloween Events and Safe Kids
Halloween Safe Kids It’s that time of year – ghosts, goblins, super heroes and fairy tale characters are everywhere. Halloween is here. Many families want an alternative to traditional trick or treating. Especially families in rural areas where trick-or-treating is difficult if not impossible. Many towns offer indoor and outdoor events for families. Both indoor and outdoor events … [Read more...]
Pedestrians On Halloween
Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights of the year for pedestrians. Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other night of the year. Use caution this Halloween to keep roads safe for everyone. Pedestrians On Halloween Be as predictable as possible to make it easier for drivers to see you. Stay on sidewalks when … [Read more...]
Bullying Prevention
October 23, 2019 is Unity Day against bullying to raise awareness for Bullying Prevention month. Unity Day encourages everyone to wear orange in support of bullying prevention and to foster the idea that people should be safe from bullying. Bullying is a common concern, especially for youth, and awareness campaigns help acknowledge the importance of bully prevention. What is … [Read more...]
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