Unmask Your Halloween Parenting Style

You’ve heard about parenting styles, but how about Halloween parenting styles? Do you look forward to scaring trick-or-treaters with your fake blood capsules? Are your fingers covered in hot-glue gun burns from working day and night on your kid’s costumes? Do you turn off the porch light at 6 p.m. and snack on mini candy bars all alone while the kids run around the neighborhood?

Take the quiz below and tally your answers to discover your unique Halloween parenting style. And no matter your style, we hope you have a safe and fun Halloween!

1. How do you feel about costumes?

A) I love crafting unique costumes from scratch.
B) Point me toward the nearest Target — store-bought costumes are perfectly fine.
C) I go all out with themed family costumes.
D) I wonder if my kids still need costumes?

2. What’s your go-to Halloween treat?

A) Homemade baked goods or spooky snacks.
B) Classic candy like chocolate bars and gummies.
C) Creative treats like Halloween-themed cupcakes.
D) Whatever is on sale at the store.

3. How do you decorate your home for Halloween?

A) I DIY my decorations; it’s all about creativity.
B) A few pumpkins and some store-bought décor.
C) My house is a haunted masterpiece.
D) I keep it minimal; maybe just a couple of decorations.

4. What’s your approach to Halloween activities?

A) I organize fun, creative activities like pumpkin carving.
B) Trick-or-treating is enough fun for us.
C) We do everything — haunted houses, parties, the works.
D) I let my kids choose what they want to do.

5. How do you feel about Halloween safety?

A) I plan out safe routes and check all treats carefully.
B) I trust my kids to be cautious.
C) I prepare a first-aid kit just in case.
D) I don’t worry too much about it; they will come home eventually.

6. What’s your favorite part of Halloween?

A) The creativity involved in costumes and decorations.
B) The candy and treats (duh).
C) The community events and festivities.
D) Just watching my kids enjoy the holiday.

7. How do you handle Halloween-themed movies?

A) I love watching classic horror films with the family.
B) Family-friendly Halloween movies are the best.
C) We have a Halloween movie marathon every year.
D) I let my kids choose what they want to watch.

8. How do you feel about Halloween parties?

A) I throw epic Halloween parties.
B) I prefer small get-togethers or nothing at all.
C) We attend all the neighborhood parties.
D) I’m not really into parties, but my kids can go if they want.

9. What’s your take on Halloween traditions?

A) I love creating new traditions every year.
B) I stick to the classic traditions — nothing fancy.
C) We have elaborate traditions that everyone looks forward to.
D) I let my kids decide which traditions they want to keep.

10. How do you feel about Halloween scares?

A) I love a good scare and enjoy spooky surprises.
B) I prefer lighthearted fun; no jump scares for me.
C) The scarier, the better — bring on the thrills.
D) I think it’s all in good fun, as long as it’s not too intense.