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If you want to have loads of fun while learning your colors and numbers, check out these delightfully-spooky Color-by-Number original designs. |
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Have you been wondering where some of the "old time" fun has gone. You'll find it in our Halloween-themed Connect-the-Dots. For added fun, they can be colored too! |
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If you're planning a party for Halloween, why not give each of your guests their own mask to wear? They're so easy to make and a great way to add fun to your party. |
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Having a party for Halloween? Make all of your guests feel special with a personal invitation from you...and save money at the same time. We've even included a template for a matching envelope. |
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Add a little fun to your Halloween party with these easy-to-create cone hats and head bands. Make enough for everyone and save money too! |
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The Goblins put a Halloween twist on an old favorite. Add fun to your "ghoulish" parties or family gatherings with Spooky Scrabble. |
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Classic cards with a Halloween twist. Add fun to your party or family gatherings with these print-and-cut cards. Best of all...they're free! |
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The Origin of Halloween Traditions
On October 31st, we all enjoy the traditions, folklore and fun rooted in the celebration of Halloween or holy evening. But many well known superstitions and symbols are connected with this holiday.
Ghosts and Goblins
Druids, in ancient times, believed that ghosts, spirits, fairies, witches and elves came out to harm people on this night. The use of witches, ghosts and spirits in present-day festivities stems from these Druid beliefs.
Black Cats
The Druids also considered cats sacred because it was commonly accepted in their faith that cats were formerly humans who now bore the feline form as punishment for evil deeds. The form of the black cat was bestowed upon the worst evil-doers.
Jack-'O-Lantern
The tale of the Jack-O-Lantern has its roots in Irish folklore. It is told that a man named Jack stood at the gates of Heaven but could not enter because of his miserly ways. Hell refused him entry because he had played practical jokes on the devil. With no place for his tired soul to rest, he was doomed to walk the Earth holding a lantern to await the coming of Judgment Day.
Leaves, Pumpkins and Cornstalks
The custom of decorating with leaves, pumpkins and cornstalks comes from the people of early Europe. Every autumn they celebrated the harvest with a feast day by sampling the foods which had been grown during the summer. Their decorations were comprised of natural elements that could be spared for the festivities.
"Trick or Treat"
During early times in the United States, Halloween was a time for playing harmless pranks. As we prospered, home and business owners were given an option and a promise. In return for a delicious "treat" like candy and apples, no pranks or "tricks" would be perpetrated upon their establishment or household. "Absolute Blackmail!"
Present-day Halloween is generally celebrated with a party instead of house-to-house gathering. Just remember...if you venture outside on Halloween when the moon is full, you might see the goblins dancing in the moonlight!
