Our Smart Baby

Part 1-Countdown until Halloween

Halloween may be an exciting for tradition for children, but for many parents it is a time for worry and fear. Here some tips in making sure you have a happy and safe Halloween this year. Please do not take lightly, even for the Motorists. When I was in high school, a friend of mine hit a small child running across the street. It is a busy time on the streets and in neighborhoods, so let’s all join together to keep it safe.

Parents:

• Before letting your children go out trick or treating, be sure there is adult or responsible youth supervision for anyone under the age of 12


• Make certain rules for children to follow-such as NEVER GO INTO A STRANGERS HOME or ONLY TRAVEL IN FAMILIAR AREAS OR A SPECIFIC ROUTE or ONLY GO TO HOMES THAT ARE WELL LIT.


• Go over all pedestrian safety rules


• Instruct them to not eat any candy until they return home


• Give them a strict return time


• Pin a slip of paper with child’s name, address, and phone number, in case a young child gets separated from a group.

Treats:

• Give children an early meal before going out


• Insist treats be brought home for inspection before eaten


• Wash fruit and slice into small pieces


• When in doubt throw away.

Motorists
The National Safety Council urges motorists to be especially alert on Halloween.

• Watch for children darting out from in between parked cars


• Watch for children walking on medians, roadways, or on curbs


• Exit and enter driveways carefully


• Watch for children dressed in black.

By: Natasha Browning