Halloween Safety Tips for Kids

By webmaster on Jul 7, 2007 in Holidays

Author by : Michelle Annese

Hey Kids and Parents… Here are some ways for you to keep this year’s Halloween Safe & Sound:

  • If your going with friends, make sure you know who you are going with and there is a parent along to guide the way.

  • Know what route you are taking.

  • Know what time to be home and why it’s important to be home on time.

  • Carry a flashlight.

  • Walk, don’t run.

  • Stay on the sidewalks.

  • No sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road facing traffic.

  • Obey traffic signals.

  • Stay in familiar neighborhoods.

  • Don’t cut across yards or driveways.

  • Wear a watch you can wear in the dark.

  • Make sure costumes do not drag on the ground.

  • Make sure masks have large eye holes so you can see.

  • Shoes should fit (even if they do not match your costume).

  • Carry only flexible swords, knives or other props.

  • Wear clothing with reflective markings or tape.

  • Approach only houses that are well lit.

  • Stay away from and do not pet animals you don’t know.

  • Have your parents check your candy when you get home before eating it.

    • By following these Halloween safety tips, kids can have a fun and spook-tacular time trick or treating while parents know there child is safe from harm.

    Michelle Annese, “The Diva of Defense™” is a self defense instructor, consultant, speaker, author, and copywriter. With a third degree black belt and inductee into the World Martial Arts Hall of Fame, Ms. Annese is a safety advocate teaching thousands each year in school talks, special events and assemblies in elementary, high schools, and colleges nationwide. She is also the author of the book: “101 Self Defense Strategies” and creator of the programs “Diva Defense Training” and “The SafeGuard System for Kids”. Complete information on Michelle Annese’s books and other services offered is available at http://www.annesemartialarts.com

    [tags]halloween safety tips,family,kids,parenting tips,costume safety[/tags]

    Bookmark and Share

    Related Posts

    • No Related Post

    Post a Comment