Did you know that the number one day that teachers call in for substitutes is the day after Halloween?

It’s because of the candy. Kids are hyped up on sugar from the night before (and sometimes from candy for breakfast), and they’re tired from the excitement of the night before. They have almost no focus … and then they have a sugar crash, and they get cranky and sleepy. What teacher wants to deal with that?

Do your kids – and their teachers – a favor. Ration the candy. Trade their candy for something way more interesting to them – a new toy, new music, some sports equipment. Let them choose 10 pieces to keep and throw the rest away. Just don’t send your kids to school on a sugar high.

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