About Parenting: Halloween Party Ideas

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Parenting From Amanda Rock, your About Parenting Editor When we changed the calendar from September to October, my preschooler started doing a dance of joy right there in the kitchen. He can't wait for Halloween. And while he knows the big day is all the way at the end of the month on October 31, he also knows there are a whole bunch of events between now and then, including parties and parades. Ideas for Kid-Friendly Halloween Parties The thing about throwing a Halloween party for kids is that you have to make sure it is age-appproriate. You don't want a bunch of screaming, terrified preschoolers vowing to never set foot in your house again. Luckily, Apryl has some tips for throwing a great Halloween party that is more about fun than fright. Search Related Topics:  halloween  halloween parties  halloween food Fun Halloween Games Hosting a party? Or maybe you are the class parent? In either case, you are going to need some activities to keep everyone busy. Try some of these party games from Catherine. Search Related Topics:  halloween parties  halloween games  children's parties Halloween Party Food Aside from the scares, the most important thing at your Halloween party has to be the food. Stephanie's got some great ideas for yummy noshes that manage to both trick and treat. Search Related Topics:  halloween recipes  snacks for kids  pumpkin recipes Share Your Cake Creations Halloween and sweets go hand-in-hand. And while candy is usually the focal point of the holiday, if you are having a party, the cake is pretty important too! Christine has been collecting some awesome cake ideas from readers. Check out her gallery and share your own! Related Searches Halloween Party Food Halloween Ideas Fun Halloween Games Parenting Children Halloween Pictures Featured Articles Craft Kits for Kids Saving Money on Baby Gear Defending Routines of Kids with Special Needs Stylish and Functional Activewear Great Movies for Halloween Parties Follow About.com Parenting on Twitter   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Parenting newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   More Halloween Party Ideas Witch Theme Scarecrow Theme Ghost Theme Advertisement