ENID, Okla. - Teal is the new orange! Many parents believe that every child should be able to experience the joy and tradition of trick-or-treating on Halloween. Kids with food allergies are often left out of the fun, since many candies can be off limits.
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The Teal Pumpkin Project helps make sure all children will come home on Halloween night with something they can enjoy. It encourages neighborhoods to offer non-food treats, such as glow sticks or small toys, as an alternative to candy.
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Last year, households from all 50 states and 14 countries participated. This is a worldwide movement to create a safer, happier Halloween for all trick-or-treaters.
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If you'd like to participate simply provide non-food treats and place a teal pumpkin in front of your home. You can also print off flyers explaining the meaning of the teal pumpkin. Flyers can be found and printed HERE.
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Food allergies can be potentially life-threatening diseases. In the U.S., one in 13 children has a food allergy – that’s roughly two in every classroom. Almost any food can cause a reaction. Many popular Halloween candies contain nuts, milk, egg, soy or wheat, which are some of the most common allergens in children and adults.
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Learn more on the Food Allergy website.
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Learn About The Teal Pumpkin Project
