It is that favorite time of year to dress up and have fun Halloween theme fun parties, treats, playtime and most of all Halloween songs and books! Engaging your child in an activity for Halloween can sometimes be a lot of fun but for some parents it can be challenging by putting on a costume, dressing up, going to trick or treating, or even being a part of a celebration or party. It was always difficult for me to bring my son to a Halloween party. Just getting him into a costume was impossible because of the tags on the clothing or parts to the material on the costume was too scratchy. Children with sensory issues may be less likely to go to a Halloween party or be part of trick or treating making it a not so fun celebration. So, adding fun to Halloween with music and books is a dream for transitioning into enjoyment of the celebration rather than the struggles!
Always begin any change or transition with a slow introduction many days ahead of the actual date of the celebration or holiday. Singing the countdown to the event is a great start! Five Little Pumpkins was a favorite activity then adding a homemade craft project brings everyone together.
Have a Pumpkin Painting Party! #ad
Use any type of cutout pumpkins to create the five little pumpkins and be creative! Decorate them, put magnets on them, or use them as ornaments by gluing down a small piece of ribbon. You can then use these craft pumpkins for a fun craft activity sing along with five little pumpkins!
Favorite Halloween Counting Book! #ad
Reading a fun story about Halloween makes it a little less scary. My favorite book to engage little ones is a pop-up pumpkin story.
Favorite Halloween Pop Up Book! #ad
Whatever you choose to make Halloween a little less scary and enjoyable for your child, always remember to have fun, BEE CREATIVE & SHARE YOUR JOY!