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TOMORROW MIGHT BE HALLOWEEN, but other frightful fun can delight kids during this time of year. Use these facts, photos, and activities to introduce them to things like Day of the Dead, the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tut's tomb, and more. —Rachel Buchholz

CHECK OUT GHOSTLY ANIMALS

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Ghostly apparitions might soon be appearing at your doorstep, but the natural world has its own version. Show kids this photo gallery of white animals to get them in the, um, spirit. Most have a condition that makes them rare among their species, but a population of white eastern gray squirrels (above) has been living in Olney, Illinois, for years.

SEE GHOSTLY ANIMALS

SKELETON FUN AND KING TUT'S TOMB

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This kid-friendly article will introduce children to Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), celebrated mostly in Mexico November 1 and 2. In this lively holiday, the fake skeletons (above) and candy skulls aren't scary, but a way for people to honor their ancestors.

EXPLORE DAY OF THE DEAD

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Friday marks the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb. Show kids how it happened through these historical photos that showed the world the tomb's treasures for the very first time. (Above, a later photo shows Tut in his burial chamber.)

CHECK OUT TUT PHOTOS

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MORE MUMMY FACTS

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Children likely know that ancient Egyptians mummified their pharaohs. But the fact that they also mummified their pets (like the cat above) might surprise them. In celebration of the Tut anniversary, here are nine other mummy facts that will probably blow kids' minds. (For more mind-blowing facts, check out the Nat Geo Kids book 1,000 Facts About Ancient Egypt.)

10 MUMMY FACTS FOR KIDS

DESTINATION OF THE WEEK

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Want your children to actually experience the grinning skulls, bone-white skeletons, and graveside visits of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in Mexico? Learn more about this life-affirming holiday in which people pay love and respect to deceased family members—and where to experience it.

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DAY OF THE DEAD

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LET KIDS HAVE SOME SCARY FUN

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Halloween is filled with frights that not all kids will be down with. But research shows that some spooky-but-safe situations can actually help build children's confidence and self-esteem. Here are tips from the experts on raising a brave child using a little fun fear.

6 "FUN FEAR" TIPS FOR KIDS

A LITTLE MORE TO EXPLORE

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National Geographic's Resource Library has lots of information for kids about Egypt, King Tut, and ancient civilizations. Then plan a trip to see “Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience,” a touring, interactive exhibition from National Geographic.

EXPLORE ANCIENT EGYPT

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