Halloween celebrations looking different this year, how to be festive while staying safe

COVID-19 is changing our typical Halloween traditions and many families may be avoiding the risks... that comes with candy collecting.

Raney reporting.

Halloween is right around the corner..

And typical traditions will look a bit different this year.

For some kids... the constant changes... from "covid-19"... could impact their mental health.

News 10's jordan kudisch joins us live in our newsroom this morning..

To share some "tips" for a spooky celebration at home.

Jon..

Alia... "covid-19" has made it impossible to keep a routine..

Something experts say..

Children "need."

So this year..

Before you think halloween is cancelled..

Here's some things you can do at home!

Decorate your home... go all out..

This will make your "space" feel even more festive.

One of my favorites..

Pumpkin carving..

But make it socially distanced..

Do it yourself costumes..

Have some "fun"..

Make it your own!

Or..

Trick-or-treat around the house.

Set up different rooms to collect candy from.

Experts say... these types of "small" changes could help with a childs mental health in a time where things are very uncertain.

And in the next half hour..

We'll talk more about how it impacts their mental health.

Reporting live in the newsroom, jordan kudisch, news