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Best Halloween Costumes for Toddlers

Toddler Halloween costumes got you stuck for ideas? Here’s a list of some of our favorite TV and movie characters to inspire the best boys' and girls' Halloween costume ideas -- whether you make your own or buy them at your favorite online Halloween shop. These characters are just the thing to inspire young kids quick to decide on dressing up again as a princess, pirate, gypsy or cowgirl. Disney costume ideas include Tinker Bell and Peter Pan. Winnie the Pooh characters like Tigger and Piglet make for a fun -- and cozy -- costume. And story book favorites like Little Red Riding Hood inspire the littlest readers. Have fun browsing -- and be sure to take lots of pictures of your little trick-or-treater!

Common Sense Media isn't just the place to find Halloween costume ideas. We rate and review thousands of books, movies, and other media according to child developmental criteria recommendations from some of the nation’s leading authorities. We take into account messages, role models, violence, language, and more. Our editors then handpick lists of the best media according to overall quality and age-appropriate content -- all so that you can pick the best for your family.
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DVD: Pooh's Heffalump Halloween Movie

Movies on DVD

Sweet-as-honey Halloween story with Pooh and pals.

Release date: 9/13/2005

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TV: Sesame Street

Come and play on everyone's favorite street.

Review date: 4/21/2004

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DVD: Disney Princess Enchanted Tales: Follow Your Dreams

Movies on DVD

Perseverance lessons for princess fans ages 3-6.

Release date: 9/3/2007

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DVD: Tinker Bell

Movies on DVD

Sweet, simple story is best for young Tink fans.

Release date: 10/22/2008

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Book: The Cat in the Hat

By Dr. Seuss

A kids classic that put Dr. Seuss on the map.

Review date: 8/28/2003

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Book: Little Red Riding Hood

By Jerry Pinkney

Captivating artwork makes classic wolf tale howl.

Review date: 11/14/2007

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TV: Strawberry Shortcake

Sweet redhead and pals share positive lessons.

Review date: 9/14/2007

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TV: The Flintstones

Still a classic, but times have changed.

Review date: 6/5/2005

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