10/30/2025
๐ Alternative Ways to Communicate โTrick or Treatโ! ๐ป
Halloween is a time for fun, creativity, and community โ and every child deserves to take part! For children who have difficulty with verbal communication, here are some inclusive ways to help them join in on the excitement:
๐งก Alternative Communication Ideas:
โข โจ Visual Supports: Use a bracelet or treat bucket with the words โTrick or Treatโ your child can point to.
โข ๐ฌ Speech Devices: Program their speech-generating device to say โTrick or Treat.โ
โข ๐ Audio Recordings: Record the phrase on your phone so your child can play it at each house.
๐ธ๏ธ Practice Makes Confidence:
โข ๐ Read Halloween stories together to preview what trick-or-treating is like.
โข ๐ Let your child wear their costume ahead of time to work through any sensory challenges.
โข ๐ Practice โtrick-or-treatingโ at home to build comfort and excitement.
โข ๐ฑ Talk about scary costumes โ remind them itโs all pretend!
โข ๐ง Plan sensory strategies (deep pressure, music, breaks) for when things feel overwhelming.
โข ๐ถ Have an elopement plan ready โ safety first!
With a little preparation and creativity, every child can enjoy the magic of Halloween night. ๐
Happy Halloween from Kids Unlimited Therapy! ๐๐ท๏ธ๐ฌ
