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Dig into these pumpkin facts

Pumpkins are a common sight come around Halloween. This fruit of the fall is often used in decorating the interior and exterior of homes, but can be an integral component of cooking and baking as well.

Little thought is given to pumpkins and their makeup. But pumpkin afficionados who want to know more about these delicious gourds can dig into the following facts.

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Fun alternatives to trick-or-treating

Jack-o-lanterns and costumed kids are among the many things people instantly associate with Halloween. So is the tradition of trick-or-treating, where kids go door-to-door asking for treats that may make dentists cringe.

While trick-or-treating is something most kids love, for parents the safety concerns can be overwhelming. Kids innocently knocking on 

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Halloween-inspired treats

Part of the fun of Halloween is arriving home after a day of trick-or-treating and having some spooktacular treats to enjoy. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or simply feeding a group of hungry, costumed kids, fun recipes that turn ordinary foods into spooky specialties are essential.

Mummy Wraps

Take the "pigs in a blanket" concept to a new level with this clever treat. Simply wrap hot dogs with strips of dough cut from refrigerator biscuits or breadsticks to simulate the look of mummy shrouds.

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Fun Fall Crafts for Kids Simple Projects to Celebrate Autumn

As leaves turn and the fall weather cools, nature becomes a playground for imagination with its deep reds, oranges, yellows. And, of course, many children start planning their costumes early, using every excuse to dress up before Halloween actually rolls around.

With these quick and easy craft projects, the whole family can enjoy celebrating one of the most colorful seasons of the year. 1. Leaf Book Craft: With a few easy-to-find supplies, you and your kids can preserve the riches of cheerful outdoor foliage with this handmade leaf book that can be pulled out again and again over dreary winter days. 

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Spooky tomes for tweens

Halloween is the perfect holiday for kids, providing them a unique opportunity to dress up in costume and scour the neighborhood soliciting treats.

But as all parents know, kids eventually grow up, and some begin to grow out of their love for Halloween earlier than others. Some say so long to Halloween as early as their tween years, giving Moms and Dads more evidence that kids grow up quickly. For parents of tweens who still like Halloween but might be growing apart from some of its traditions, consider giving kids the following spooky books this fall.

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