How to Throw a Pre-Teen Party
Pre-teens are at an age where the line between cool and embarrassing is getting easier and easier to cross, so if you want to throw a pre-teen party, it's important to involve your child in the decision making process. She'll be able to tell you want she wants for her party---who should come, what food you should have and what the theme should be. With her input, all you'll have to do is take care of the details. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Decide on a theme for the party. For example, you could have a slumber party, an "American Idol" party, a spa party or a skating party. This decision will help you to plan the rest of the party.
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Make a guest list. The type of theme that you'll choose will determine who your child can invite---a slumber party should be boys only or girls only, for instance. If the party is at an expensive location, you may have to limit the guest list to just a few close friends. Take care not to hurt feelings when making your guest list. If there are 11 other boys in the class, you wouldn't want to limit the party to 10 people, leaving just one boy out.
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Send out invitations. Ask parents to RSVP so that you can get a head count for the party.
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Choose food for the party. A pizza party will go over well with a pre-teen crowd. Ask if anyone is a vegetarian so that you know to order a cheese-only pizza if that's the case. Depending on the time of the party, you can also serve just a few snack foods. This is ideal if you're having a dance party.
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Plan activities for the party. Talk to your child about what kinds of activities she wants to do. Some pre-teens will want a well-planned out party with a variety of games. Others will think that's boring and will just want to hang out and socialize with friends. You may want to have movies to show or video games to play. These activities appeal to many pre-teens.
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Tips & Warnings
Though it's a bit more expensive, many locations, such as game centers or skating rinks, offer party packages. This can help alleviate the stress that comes with planning a party at your home.
Though your pre-teen is growing up and will want some private time with his friends, you should still chaperone the party.
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