Don’t want to give trick-or-treaters candy this Halloween? Here are some alternatives you could consider:
Non-Candy Treats:
- Stickers: Kids often love colourful and themed stickers.
- Temporary Tattoos: These can be a hit with children of various ages.
- Glow Sticks: These can add a fun, spooky element to Halloween and provide safety by making kids more visible in the dark.
- Miniature Toys: Small toys like plastic spiders, bouncy balls, or figurines can be exciting surprises.
- Mini Puzzles or Brain Teasers: These can be both entertaining and educational.
Healthy Snacks:
- Miniature Fruit Packs: Small portions of apples, oranges, or grapes.
- Raisin Boxes: These are a healthier alternative to gummy candies.
- Snack-sized Bags of Popcorn: Choose low-salt or low-butter options.
- Granola Bars: Look for ones with minimal sugar content.
- Pretzel Packs: Individual bags of pretzels can be a savoury option.
Baked Goods:
- Homemade Cookies: Bake and individually wrap homemade cookies.
- Mini Muffins: Bake small, Halloween-themed muffins.
- Mini Pumpkin Bread Loaves: Make or buy small loaves of pumpkin bread.
- Fruit Bread or Bars: Offer treats like apple cinnamon bars.
Halloween-themed Toys:
- Mini Halloween Puzzles: Seasonal puzzles can provide entertainment.
- Halloween-themed Erasers: These are practical and fun.
- Spider Rings and Halloween Jewellery: Kids enjoy dressing up.
Hot Chocolate or Cider Packets:
Consider providing packets of hot chocolate, apple cider, or even a warm spiced tea mix for a cosy Halloween treat.
Books or Mini Colouring Books:
- Small Halloween-themed books or colouring books with crayons can be a delightful alternative to candy.
Craft Supplies:
Hand out small craft kits, such as DIY mask-making sets or Halloween-themed coloring pages with markers.
Sensory Items:
Offer items like small stress balls or squishy toys.
Healthy Beverages:
Bottled water, 100% fruit juice boxes, or organic fruit pouches can be refreshing options.
Charity Donations:
Consider giving children a small card or token indicating that a donation has been made to a specific charity on their behalf. This can teach kids about giving back.
Tea Bags or Coffee Packets:
For the adults or older trick-or-treaters, providing specialty tea bags or coffee packets can be a unique treat.
Seed Packets:
Provide packets of flower or herb seeds, encouraging children to plant and grow something.
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