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I don’t give out candy on Halloween anymore. I give out toys!

The kids love it. They like to see something different in that basket.  When they dip in, I tell them they can pick a toy or even two. They giggle like crazy! Then they show off what they picked to the other kids. No kid shows off the baby Snicker bar they just took from the basket at the other house. They just stuff it in their bag and move on.

So where do you get toys instead of candy?

It might mean one extra stop on your shopping trip but it’s worth it. I go to a craft store or someplace like Target. Craft stores are my best bet.

I’m featuring a few items from Michael’s Craft Store, but you can choose your favorite store. I have even found some toys in a big candy display at a grocery store. Just keep your eyes open.

Check out these spooky Halloween pencils.

Who doesn’t love fake teeth?

Don’t forget the glow in the dark toys!

If you’re thinking you can’t give out toys because they are more expensive than candy… well, it’s just the opposite. Toys are cheaper. When you pick things like toy rings, stickers, glow in the dark items and more, the math works. Per item they are actually cheaper than the mini chocolate bars so many offer.

Granted you don’t want to eat the leftovers, but they keep for the next year in a ziplock bag just fine.

Happy “Sugar Free” Halloween!

Cheers,