If you’ve been out and about during Halloween in recent years, you might have noticed more and more teal pumpkins popping up on porches and patios. While orange pumpkins are the classic Halloween symbol, teal pumpkins represent something extra special: safety for children with food allergies. Here’s why placing a teal pumpkin on your patio this Halloween is a small gesture that can make a big difference and bring a bright smile to a child’s face!

In the age of texting and social media, you likely see bright yellow smiley faces everywhere for many kinds of situations, but did you know that its original meaning runs deeper? Today, on October 4, which is declared World Smile Day, you can celebrate smiling and spreading joy.

Continue reading to learn more about the story behind this commemorative day and how you can make the world a more smile-filled place.