From what I have read, it seems that the direction to wear shoes is accurate, but the reasoning of shoes improving your balance may not be the strongest reason. Rather, bare feet, sandals, and flip-flops have a greater potential to slip on the ladder rung. It's important that you wear shoes that have a non-slip sole and a secure fit.

This is what I did. After Halloween, my kids traded inappropriate candies for something out of Mommy’s Golden Bag of Treats! The treats might be edible or other goodies. Then we donated the remaining candy to our local Boys & Girls Club.