Do you have any idea of their likes and stuff as far as costumes go? As Kimberly said, check with Wal-mart or Target or even K-Mart if it's in your area (Toys R Us too). Our Wal-mart still has plenty of costumes left on the racks so hopefully, you won't have any problem finding them one. If you can't find a costume you like, you can always make them mummies - just get packages of gauze wrap in the first aid section at Wal-mart (or any store like this - or drug store) and just wrap them in the gauze - around their heads, their arms, their legs - you don't have to totally wrap them in it, just enough for the "effect" of being a mummy. As for discipline, I can't help you there either but....you may want to remind them to be on their best behavior and when you return from trick or treating, you'll treat them to some hot chocolate (or something like that) for their good behavior.....not sure if it will work but it may not hurt to try. And while you're out with them, and they are behaving, remind them that you are proud of them being so good - keep the positive words flowing.
Hats off to you for taking on the responsibility of these kids for your mom's friend! Very kind of you
