The pumpkins are carved, cobwebs are stretched across the front porch, and your kids’ costumes are all picked out. The only thing left is to fill your Trick or Treat bowl for all the little pirates, princesses, ghosts and ninja turtles that will soon be ringing your doorbell.

But before you fill your shopping cart with those super-sized bags of candy and chocolate, read on for 9 fun and inexpensive alternatives to standard Trick or Treat loot. Whether you have kids with food allergies, or simply want to switch it up a little this Halloween, these treats are sure to please at least the other kids’ parents.

1. Glow sticks and bracelets are always a hit with young children. Plus, they come in handy during after-daylight Trick-or-Treating.
2. From plastic spiders to eyeballs, small Halloween themed toys can be found just about anywhere. Best of all, they won’t break the bank.
3. Temporary tattoos in skull, bat, witch, or pumpkin designs never go out of style. Even adults can’t always resist them.
4. Mini Play-Doh tubs are just the right size for Halloween.
5. Have a local farm nearby? Grab some honey sticks for a sweet, all-natural treat.
6. Want to mix it up with some candy? Look for organic, simple ingredient candy options like UNREAL.
7. Fake mustaches and disguise glasses make great, inexpensive Halloween treats and can be found at your local craft store.
8. Throw in those ever-popular childhood favorites like yo-yos, mini slinkies, and silly putty.
9. Or, add a little music to Halloween with kazoos and slide whistles.

Here at Now Security Systems, we hope you and your kids have a safe and fun Halloween, whatever your plans might be. And, for improved year-round security for your home and family, be sure to contact Now Security Systems.