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Step 1
Keep it simple. For kids this age, too much sensory stimulation can be overwhelming. Making the party too busy or active will just lead to meltdowns during the party.
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Step 2
Plan your menu at least a week ahead of time, allowing your preschooler to have some input. Remind them that a Valentine's Day party typically has a theme of hearts, red, white, and pink. To make their decision easier, while still letting them feel as if they've made the choices, let them choose from two or three things. For example, ask if they'd prefer to serve red tropical punch or pink lemonade; heart shaped cookies or heart shaped brownies.
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Step 3
Visit a party supply store, and let your preschooler help choose some simple decorations. To save money, opt for solid-colored plates, cups, and napkins in shades of red and pink.
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Step 4
Plan a Valentine's day craft project that the kids can do together. Be sure to have all the supplies you'll need, as well as wet wipes to clean their little hands afterward. There's a link in the "Resources" section below, to help you find Valentine craft projects.
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Step 5
Decorate the party room simply, with cutouts of hearts and cupids of various sizes. Your preschooler can help by taping hearts to the wall at her/his eye level, where their friends will be able to see them.
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Step 6
On the morning of the party, prepare the food, letting your little one help.
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ManyMusings said
on 1/14/2009 I was just discussing this very topic with a friend. She is in charge of the Valentine Party at her daughters school. Thanks. 5* plus I will recommend you!