Follow these simple but important tips, and rest easy knowing your children will have a fun and safe Halloween holiday. Choose a costume made with flame-retardant materials. Many costumes are not flame-retardant, but a close look at the tag found on the inside seam of the costume will tell you whether it is or isn't. Take a flashlight with fresh batteries. A flashlight will help guide your child's way even if there are street lights in your neighborhood.
Glow sticks are also popular and come in lots of different glowing colors.
They're very popular with kids. Reflective tape added to your child's costume, shoes or flashlight is also a wonderful idea. Consider using make-up instead of masks in addition to your child's costume. Special Halloween make-up kits are widely available. Home-made items should be thrown out.