"Every year on October 31, the same three words can be heard in small neighborhoods, big cities, and even busy apartment buildings : "Trick or treat!" They're said by kids dressed up as witches, ghosts, princesses, superheroes, and almost anything else you can imagine. Those words mean it's Halloween-a day of costumes, candy, and all things creepy"--
General Note: Includes index."Portions of this work were originally authored by Fay Robinson and published as Halloween: Costumes and Treats on All Hallows' Eve. All new material this edition authored by Elizabeth Morgan"--Copyright page.
Formatted Contents Note: Trick or treat! -- Ancient celebrations -- The Catholic influence -- Symbols of the season -- Having fun and staying safe -- Holiday how-to: make your own mummy hot dogs.