Howlin' Halloween Party - Operation Pumpkin H ave plenty of pumpkins, of all shapes and sizes, at least one for everyone at the party. B uy several inexpensive pumpkin carving or decorating kits. L et big kids and grown-ups do the carving.
Younger children can help transfer the stencils and scoop out the pumpkin insides.
L et little kids decorate their own pumpkins with stickers. B e prepared for a mess. Line cutting surfaces with plastic and newspaper. K eep plastic-lined trash cans or bags at the ready for pumpkin innards. W hen the pumpkins are carved, insert a candle or flashlight, turn off the lights and marvel at your efforts.