Trick-or-treating is not just for collecting candy. It is an amazing learning opportunity! Whether you are at home or in school, you can always put your teacher spin on this classic. Here are some general goals you can work on!
- Students will accept items from peers/adults
- Given a button/ fastener/snap/velcro, student and open and close garment
- Student can dress and undress with minimal assistance
- Student will place items in the bag to promote fine motor
- Given a visual, the student will follow one step directive hallway rules (walking feet, inside voice, hands off the wall)
- The student will say thank you to promote language skills
- Student will remain with the group
- Given an obstacle, the student will navigate around the obstacle
- Given visuals, student will transition throughout the school environment
AAC and Trick-or-Treating
Trick-or-treating is a perfect time to practice students’ communication/and social goals. By simply tagging on some visuals to your treat bag or wearing an AAC bracelet, students can effectively trick-or-treat! Get your free AAC bracelet download HERE!
COVID Trick-Or-Treating Alternatives
- Set up a “neighborhood” throughout your home or yard. Station siblings, action figures, or stuffed animals at each “house.” Practice requesting for a treat or giving one away
- Replace the stuffed animals with family members via video messaging! Have students request a treat from their family and friends
- Have a COVID safe trick-or-treating suggestion? Leave it in the comments below!
Things to Keep In Mind
- Not every child wants to go trick-or-treating, it should be a choice. Offer alternatives like passing out candy or simply just watching a fun Halloween moive
- Costumes should be optional too! You can wear festive PJs, a pumpkin shirt, or just your regular clothes.