Halloween is a fun-filled holiday for many, but all of the excitement can be overwhelming for some children and adults with autism. For some, Halloween may be a favorite day of the year; for others, the decorations, costumes and activities may be extremely challenging. We hope the resources and perspectives below will help you and your family enjoy a Halloween that works best for you!

Prepare for Halloween with this teaching story

One of the best ways to make the occasion as positive as possible is to prepare ahead of time. We created a Halloween teaching story to share with your child before the holiday so that he or she knows all about what will happen on and around October 31! Read More

Five ways to help your special kid love Halloween as much as you do

Here's a teaser: Still not up for door to door? Start a new tradition. If trick or treating is still too much for your little spook there is still plenty of fun to be had. Read More

Some tricks to make Halloween a treat: Advice from a teen on the spectrum

In this post, Ethan Hirschberg shares why Halloween has been so difficult for him growing up, as well as tips to help make the holiday fun for others who might find it a challenging holiday. Read More

Why my son with autism loves unconventional Halloween costumes

"I know what you're thinking. Halloween? Why would anyone choose Halloween (of all holidays) to celebrate my son's autism? Thankfully my son with autism has taught me to look at Halloween through his eyes and I want to share with you what I now see." Read More

Trending on social

"Trending on social" highlights one of the many heartwarming images shared with us by the autism community on our social channels. You can find this photo and many others by following us on Instagram. See More