A growing trend sees children carrying blue, teal, or purple pumpkins while trick-or-treating. These colors act as subtle signals indicating the child may have special requirements like autism, allergies, or health issues.
We are all used to seeing orange pumpkins decorating homes in the weeks leading up to Halloween. But in recent years, children have opted for various different colours as a way to subtly tell others they may have special requirements in order to enjoy the occasion to its fullest. An American trend is now seeing children carrying blue, teal or purple pumpkins as they knock on doors. If you see a child carrying one, it means they may be neurodivergent or have allergies or health issues.
The important thing is to think through, 'if someone has a disability of some kind, am I putting barriers between them and this experience?' Not everyone is able to say 'Trick-or-treat' to you. 'If someone comes up to you and doesn't say it, it's okay to just give them the candy,' said Goss.
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