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The idea of entertaining a room full of little rascals may seem daunting at first, but with a little planning you’ll find the time simply flies by. Here is a simple checklist for your party plan.

  1. Break the ice
    A simple energetic game is a great ice breaker. It encourages kids to join in and play together, even less confident children who may be a bit shy at first.  Strike a pose is a good one as it uses music (always a great ice breaker), dancing and everyone’s a winner too.
  2. Celebrate
    Draw all your little guests together, welcome them, introduce yourself and your helpers, and then lead them all in a cheer for the birthday boy or girl. Right from the beginning, it is so important the birthday girl or boy feels it is there special day.
  3. Create
    One great advantage of a theme is that it provides your event with an obvious beginning, middle and end, and the beginning can be very creative. This could involve making things, like pirate hats for example, or getting dressed up a fashion divas, princesses and rock stars.

  4. Energise
    Two or three highly energetic party games will be about enough to keep the room buzzing if you are planning a party of 2 hours. Need a few ideas, read How to choose the best children’s party games

  5. Feed and water
    If you want to serve a small meal, keep the offerings simple. Familiar snacks like sausage rolls, cupcakes, fruit skewers, fairy bread or sandwiches always go down well. Be aware of any food allergies – it’s best to avoid anything with nuts (including peanut butter sandwiches) because so many children are allergic to them.

    If the parents are staying for the party, make up some tasty treats (dips are easy and delicious) for them too.

  6. Cool down
    It’s best not to encourage kids to be too energetic after they’ve eaten so think of something less energetic than a game. Again your theme could help you here.  We often finish off with a simple dance routine or a fashion show.
  7. Release
    And before you know it, it’s the end of the party and parents are ready to collect their happy, fed and exhausted children.
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