This Halloween, 36 million kids will be turned loose on the streets in search of candy. But the night meant for fun can easily turn to fright as the number of falls, burns and pedestrian injuries significantly spikes. On Halloween, kids are 4.5 times more likely to be hit by a car. Falls are the number one cause of accidental injury. How can you be sure your kids stay safe out on those spooky streets? Here are a few ways to put your mind at ease.
It's the night of costumes, treats and hopefully not tricks. When kids hit the streets on Halloween, it's up to parents to keep them safe.
They may complete the costume, but experts say smaller children should skip the masks, which can obstruct vision. Pointy props like swords and knives can also pose real-life safety hazards. When it comes to costume colors, the brighter the better. 
If you're worried about letting your kids loose, plan a costume party instead.
When your kids come back with their bag full of candy, protect your child's health by sorting out the bad ones. The worst candy for your child -- a fun-size snickers bar has 70 calories and 3.5 grams of fat. Replace it with a reese's mini cup, which has half the calories and 2 grams of fat.
