Halloween isn’t just about candy—it’s about kids feeling a sense of ownership and control. For one night, they get to collect and manage something of their own: candy, the “currency of childhood.”
Some stretch their stash, others eat it fast—but all kids feel the thrill of having something valuable that’s truly theirs. Parents can use the moment to talk about budgeting, fairness, or trading—or simply watch and learn how kids think about ownership and choice.