🌴 5 Things to Do With Your Halloween Candy

Get Creative With Your Halloween Candy

Wondering what to do with all that Halloween candy besides eating it? Here are some creative, fun, and even educational ideas to make the most of your kids' candy stash:

• Donate It: Many organizations, like Operation Shoebox and Troopathon, accept unopened candy to send in care packages to U.S. troops and veterans. It’s a great way to teach your kids about giving back​.

• Make a Candy Craft: Use leftover candy to create fun crafts, like candy wreaths or decorating gingerbread houses. You can also glue colorful candies onto poster boards or picture frames for a creative twist​.

• Bake with It: Get creative in the kitchen by adding chopped candy to brownies, cookies, or popcorn. You can even make candy bark by melting chocolate and sprinkling crushed candies on top​.

• Science Experiments: Turn candy into a learning tool! Use it for sorting, counting, and even fun science experiments like testing how different candies dissolve in water or react to heat​. Check out this link to see some ideas for specific candy experiments.

• Candy Exchange or Buy-Back Programs: Some dentists offer candy buy-back programs where kids can trade their sweets for small rewards or even money​. Check with your dentist to see if they offer something like this.

These options are not only a fun way to use up candy, but they also promote creativity, learning, and giving back!