Did You Know that Skeletons are Functional Not Creepy?
💀 Skeletons Aren’t Creepy—They’re Functional!
By 👑Malika Bourne, the No Non-cents Nanna™, encouraging all of us to make good choices together.
With Halloween decorations flooding stores across America, it’s no surprise we see spooky skeletons popping up everywhere. For some kids, they’re fun. For others, they’re downright creepy.
But here’s a fact that’s not scary at all:
Doctor Funny Bones suggests we pull ourselves together.
Copyright image created by AI by MalikaBourneLegacy
👉 Our skeletons have six essential functions that keep us alive and well.
That’s right—bones aren’t just Halloween props. They’re the framework of our bodies, and they deserve a little respect.
🧠 Skeletons as Teachable Moments
Halloween is a spooky, creative time to discuss safety and wise choices. It’s also an excellent opportunity to explore real-life anatomy in a playful, emotionally safe way.
Let’s not forget:
- Death and dying are genuine parts of life
- So are recovery, resilience, and making informed choices
- Skeletons can be a gateway to curiosity, not fear
🧵 Unpacking the Skeleton Stigma
Some people twist Halloween concepts way out of proportion. Skeletons in particular can evoke powerful emotions—especially when tied to religious beliefs or cultural taboos.
Marketing experts know this. They capitalize on fear because emotions are a powerful selling tool. But fear of the unknown doesn’t have to rule your household. When we teach kids the facts, we replace fear with understanding.
🧪 Skeletons in Science
Medical professionals and scientists study bones to help people heal, grow, and thrive. That’s not spooky—it’s empowering.
Let’s bring some balance to the conversation by asking: Did you know that skeletons are functional, not creepy?
Dinosaur skeletons are a great addition to some sensory play boxes. Bones are practical for everybody. NoNon-CentsNanna explains why? #bones #skeltons #learningfun
Bone Trivia for Curious Kids
Here are five fun questions to spark conversation and learning:
❓ Question 1
Do babies and adults have the same number of bones? Hint: Babies start with more!
❓ Question 2
What’s the longest bone in the human body? Hint: It helps you walk.
❓ Question 3
Where is the smallest bone located, and what does it do? Hint: You use it to hear.
❓ Question 4
Can you name the spongy part of bones? Hint: It’s where blood cells are born.
❓ Question 5
What would happen if you had no bones? Hint: You’d be a puddle of jelly.
🧵 Final Thought from No Non-cents Nanna
Skeletons aren’t evil—they’re essential. Let’s use Halloween as a chance to teach, connect, and empower our kids with facts, not fear.
Don’t let commercialism dictate your family’s values. Let curiosity and emotional safety lead the way.
Halloween decorations for fun have their place. Let us not forget that actual death and dying is a part of life. Let’s help our kids navigate the difference between fantasy and reality, and encourage them to ask questions—even the uncomfortable ones. #Halloween #fear #bones #death #MalikaBoune
📚 Bone-ified Resources for Learning
🕰️ Malika Bourne, the No Non-cents Nanna™ Make Good Choices Together™
The mystery zine begins where the skeleton ends.”*
❓Who is Ray? And what are the JAM’D Kids?
Meet Ray, a real character from author MalikaBourne.com past. His legacy has come back to life in the JAM’D Kids Mysteries, Zine Series, coming in late 2025. “Hurry up. I’m hungry!”
That mystery will be solved very soon. So, keep in touch.
“Ray thought the bones were just props, until the JAM’D kids found the scroll hidden inside the ribcage. What they uncovered wasn’t spooky. It was a message. A warning. A choice.
“The JAM’D kids didn’t mean to start a legacy hunt. But when Ray touched the skull, the map lit up. Now they’re decoding bones, badges, and bedtime stories that were never meant to be forgotten.”
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