Things You'll Need:
- Party Games
- Party Supplies
- Birthday Party Invitations
- Party Decorations
- Birthday Cakes
- Party Food
- Toys /prizes
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Step 1
Decide on the number of guests to invite. Some schools with small classes have a rule that if you invite more than half a class, you should invite the remainder of the class to avoid making anyone feel left out. Even if it's not an official rule, you may want to follow this guideline to avoid hurt feelings.
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Step 2
Get your child's input. Let him or her decide on a theme, such as a cartoon character, a movie, or a favorite sport or other activity.
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Step 3
Select party favors, room and table decorations, snacks and games to illustrate this theme.
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Step 4
Pick a locale for the party, whether it's at home, in a park, or at a family fun center or restaurant. Make sure the environment is appropriate for the kids' age and energy level.
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Step 5
Choose entertainment for the guests, such as arts and crafts or old-fashioned games like musical chairs and pin the tail on the donkey. If your child is older, consider throwing a pool or slumber party.
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Step 6
Keep foods simple - pizza, ice cream, chips, cookies, fruit and juice are perennial favorites.
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Step 7
Decide, based on the age of the guests, whether you want to include a time for opening presents or wait to open them later. Keep in mind that younger guests may get confused as to whom the presents are for.
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Step 8
Mail invitations directly to the guests, or send them in care of their parents or guardians, and ask for an RSVP. When the guardians call to confirm, you can discuss party logistics, such as food and dress.
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Step 9
Request that an adult accompany children under 5. Provide for the needs of the adults at the party as well. For older kids who are being dropped off, be sure to let the parents know when they can expect to pick their children up.
Comments
alanin28 said
on 5/24/2009 I had a scooby Doo theme for my sons birthday party. It was great. I also rented out blow up slides and water games. That was excellent.
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Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 Pi├▒atas have been a perennial favorite at my kids' birthday parties. Choose a pi├▒ata shape that coordinates with the theme of the party.
Anonymous said
on 3/6/2006 While planning games for the kids, please ensure that the games are based on the different age groups present - (at some parties the guests can be of different age groups). By doing this you can be sure the kids will surely take part in all the games - the bigger children may not want to play sitting games but something more stimulating.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 When using an object to hit a piñata, make sure the other children are not standing close enough to be hit, in case the object goes flying. Be careful with the object that is being used, so the operator does not hit himself or others.