Perhaps you’re not feeling candy this year. Don’t worry, there are plenty of things you can give trick-or-treaters instead of the sweet stuff. 

1. Glow sticks

Could there be a more perfect accessory for Halloween? Kids can light them up with a snap and wear them as bracelets, necklaces and crowns. Bonus: they make it easier for parents to keep their eyes on their kiddos.

2. Stickers

Choose from the assortment of ghosts, witches and pumpkins available in stores in October or go with stickers with year-round appeal, like super heroes and animals.

3. Bubbles

Hours – or at least a few minutes – of bubble-blowing entertainment in every little bottle.

4. Plastic spider rings

Kids love to wear creepy-crawly bling, making spider accessories a great candy alternative.

5. Crazy straws

Halloween-themed straws can easily be found in dollar stores.

6. Fake fangs

These could also add a point of interest to your annual holiday photo card, if you’re so inclined.

7. Temporary tattoos

What kid doesn’t want a cool spider web on their bicep?

8. Slime

What exactly is the ooey-gooey stuff in the little cans? It remains a mystery, but kids love to squish this classic toy.

9. Plastic jewelry

Sparkly rings, bracelets, necklaces and cheap tiaras are not only fun for kids to wear, but you can dress like a pirate as you hand out your glittering treasures.

10. Bouncy balls

Beloved especially by kids who live in homes with hardwood floors.

11. Kazoos

 Kids can lead their own parades as they head to the next house.