Halloween is a holiday full of fun, creativity and a little spookiness — but for young children, it can also feel overwhelming or scary. To help prepare your little ones for the holiday, meet them where they are and support them through new experiences, whether they’re excited or feeling unsure. In this Psychology Today article from Educational Advisory Board member, Dr. Kyle Pruett, he shares how Halloween can be an empowering opportunity to help your child explore and manage fears in a safe way. With the right approach, you can make this holiday a fun, not-too-scary experience for your little ones. You’ll learn:
- Fears are a part of life and learning how to manage them early creates resilience and builds social-emotional skills.
- How to help your child build confidence.
- Ideas for how to create fun Halloween rituals as a family.