- Wear Comfy Shoes: If you're planning to be out and about for a long time, you'll want to make sure everyone wears comfy shoes to avoid any soreness or blisters!
- Plan a Route Before You Go: Planning your route in advance will help you to keep track of where you are and where you're going so that you don't get lost.
- Accompany Your Kids: The best way to ensure the safety of your kids is to go trick-or-treating with them! You can teach them how to responsibly cross the street and help them avoid running into any trouble this Halloween. Plus, you may be able to get some candy for yourself!
- Agree on a Return Time: If your older trick-or-treaters want to go on their own, make sure they have a cell phone in case of emergencies and agree on a time when they'll head home. That way, they can enjoy their independence and you can rest easy knowing they'll return at a specific time.
- Use Reflective Tape: Before you go out, purchase a roll of reflective tape and apply it to your costume and your little monsters' costumes. The reflective tape will make them stand out in the darkness and help drivers spot them as you cross the road.
- Bring a Flashlight: Sometimes, Michigan weather is unpredictable and it can become dark in the blink of an eye. Bring a flashlight and a fresh pair of batteries to give yourself some extra visibility while you're trick-or-treating!
- Eat Before You Leave: Walking around on an empty stomach can turn an otherwise fun holiday into a Halloween nightmare very quickly. Cook a few scary good Halloween dishes to fill your trick-or-treaters' stomachs before they take to the streets!
- Never Cut Across Yards: Cutting across someone else's yard is impolite and people might yell at you from your home. You wouldn't want anyone to cut across your yard on Halloween, would you? It's better to be safe than sorry.
- Charge Your Phone: This may be common sense, but getting an extra charge in before you leave can make a huge difference in the event of an emergency. Don't hesitate to be over-prepared for any situation!
- Stay in a Group: There's safety in numbers. Going in a group with friends or family will help vehicles on the road easily spot you and reduce the chances of vehicle-related accidents.
- Watch Out for Drivers: It's impossible to predict the behavior of other drivers, but remaining cautious is extremely important, especially on a busy day like Halloween. If you notice someone backing out of their parking lot, direct your kids to stay back and allow them to leave their driveway. Make sure your trick-or-treaters don't run out in the streets, either!
- Avoid Wearing Masks: Masks can obstruct your vision and can make breathing difficult for younger children. Instead, try painting a mask on using non-toxic face paint to give your kids the look they're going for!
- Don't Go Inside Houses: Make sure your kids know not to trick-or-treat at any houses that don't have lights on or houses that invite them in. Remind your kids to leave right away if people tell them to come in.
- Check Your Candy: Before your kids start feasting on their new candy, go through their bag and check the candy they've acquired. If you notice anything that isn't wrapped or any candy that looks abnormal, get rid of it right away. (Tip: if you see anything you want, make sure to take that as well!)
Halloween is one of the busiest and potentially dangerous times of the year. Use these Halloween safety tips for trick-or-treaters to teach your children important safety habits before they take to the streets on October 31st. At Graff Okemos, we realize that safety on the road is just as important as it is on foot. If you have a new driver in your home and want to help them maximize their safety on the road, you can use Chevrolet's Teen Driver Technology to teach them important driving habits as they get started! Additionally, you can protect your vehicle with Chevrolet's GAP coverage or any of our other protection plans to help keep your investment safe in the event of an accident. If you have any questions about financing, protection plans, or safety on the road, contact us and let us know! We are more than happy to help answer any questions you may have.
Located conveniently just outside of Lansing, Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is here to help you with your car buying and servicing needs. Our goal is to create a transparent experience and a comfortable environment for all of our valuable customers. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, reach us at (517) 349-8300, or stop by the dealership at 1748 W. Grand River in Okemos, MI 48864
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