Falling Autumn

Playtime

• Country rides to look at the trees rainbow of leaves.
• Hay rides full of kids enthralled by the horse, the smells and sounds of fall.
• Visits to the pumpkin patch to find the "best" pumpkin for our porch. The, oh- so- serious discussion of size and shape---must have a flat side to carve the most perfectly ghoulish face. Doughnuts and cider from the country store.
• Poster paint decorated pumpkins?the pumpkin pie size are especially nice for this
• Walk, or if paved paths, rollerblade or bicycle through the woods
• Last leisurely canoe trip up the river or creek
• Make Halloween costumes

Falling leaves of red and, golden brown. The smell of a fireplace burning as the almost cool wind touches your face. Pumpkins, ghosts and goblins visit porches throughout the neighbor. Fall is here! Where to See Fall Colors

Halloween Gift - Halloween Center Piece

Order Fall Halloween Flowers

Tips from the Teacher
by Jennifer Cummings, M.Ed.

• Walk, slither, and sneak on sidewalks, not in the street.
• Look both ways before crossing the street to check for cars, trucks, and low-flying brooms.
• Cross the street only at corners.
• Don't hide or cross the street between parked cars.
• Wear light-colored or reflective-type clothing so you are more visible. (And remember to put reflective tape on bikes, skateboards, and brooms, too!)
• Plan your route and share it with your family. If possible, have an adult go with you.
• Carry a flashlight to light your way.
• Keep away from open fires and candles. (Costumes can be extremely flammable.)
• Visit homes that have the porch light on.
• Accept your treats at the door and never go into a stranger's house.
• Use face paint rather than masks or things that will cover your eyes.
• Be cautious of animals and strangers.
• Have a grown-up inspect your treats before eating. And don't eat candy if the package is already opened. Small, hard pieces of candy are a choking hazard for young children.

Place 8 very thin pieces of black licorice in cupcake to make legs

use red hots in center for eyes





Jack-O-Latern Apple Pie



Make apple pie following any recipes with two pie crusts
Cut eyes, nose and mouth in top pie crust
Bake


Popcorn Balls



2 cups brown sugar

2 sticks butter or margarine

1/2 cup light corn syrup

1/2 tsp.. soda

1/4 tsp.. salt

Two bags of microwave pop corn - already popped

In saucepan, mix brown sugar, butter and light syrup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add soda, salt. Add mixture to popcorn, coat popcorn thoroughly. Wet hands with water. Shape into balls with hands and place on waxed paper. Wrap each ball in plastic wrap.