The Autism Center for Child Development says they have tips to make celebrating Halloween fun for children who are affected by autism.
According to federal data, one in every 36 children are affected by autism.
Behavior analyst Katrina Newman says there are many things families can do to make the celebration more comfortable for kids like practicing putting on costumes or saying trick or treat at your own front door.
The center also has a sign available that non-verbal children can use to go trick-or-treating.
Autism Support of Kent County executive director Mary Kay Anderson says a blue pumpkin on a porch is a sign of a welcoming home for an individual with autism.
Anderson says the pumpkin means that someone in that home has Autism or the home is a safe place for them to visit.
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