WestportMoms is our town’s go-to multi-platform site for all things kid-related.
Megan Rutstein and Melissa Post are on top of every event and trend.
But in addition to informing, they inspire. Their Halloween message is particularly note-worthy. They say:
This Halloween, a lot of little people will visit your home. Please be accepting!
The child who grabs more than 1 piece of candy may have poor fine motor skills.
The child who takes forever to pick out 1 piece may have motor planning issues.
The child who does not say “trick or treat!” or “thank you” may be non-verbal.
The child who looks disappointed when they see your bowl might have an allergy.
The child who isn’t wearing a costume at all may have a sensory issue or autism.
That “big” boy may appear to be an adult, but may be developmentally delayed.
Choose your words wisely. Be nice. Be patient.
This is everyone’s Halloween.
Happy Halloween!
I am a special Ed para and I will share this forever! thank you for sending this and thank you for posting!
I love this, it’s perfect!
Heavy thoughts ‼️👍🏼🙏
This is a helpful reminder!
good reminder🎃
This is excellent! Thank you for sharing stress relieving information that will make Halloween that much more fun!
I love this! And I would add…if children come to your door who were driven in from another neighborhood, be welcoming. Not every child lives in a safe area or is able to trick-or-treat where they live.
I LOVE THIS POST!!