Children come in all shapes, sizes, ages, and abilities. For years there have been unspoken rules about the expectations of trick or treaters that in today's world are outdated and restrictive  What do blue buckets and teal pumpkins mean? Do you require children to say "Trick or Treat" if they come to your house for candy? Do you get mad if they don't say "Thank you" after? Is there an age cut-off you have for Trick or Treaters? What if children come to your door and don't have a costume? Some things to consider if such things occur. Also, for the chaperones of trick or treaters, how to prepare children for trick or treating and teaching gratitude during this holiday.