Games Galore for Children's Parties and More: Fun Games and Activities for Parties, Classrooms, Youth Groups, Carnivals, Company Picnics, Rainy Days [Paperback]

Shari Ann Pence (Author), Priscilla Burris (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2005 | Grade Level: P and up

All new, imaginative fun children's birthday party games and activities that use household, grocery or inexpensive items as game supplies and preparation is a breeze. Here is a look at some of the new children's birthday party games found in Games Galore for Children's Parties and More. In Smelly Gym Socks; toss sock balls at your friends and receive a surprise at the end of the game. In Flapjack Frenzy; serve up hot pad flapjacks in an exciting, fun to watch sit-down relay. In Mutiny on the Bounty; act out your swashbuckling mutiny consequences with an adventuresome spirit. This book outlines 80 brand new children's games and activities just like these with simple and easy-to-follow instructions, tips and ideas for party planning. Creative, imaginative and all new noncompetitive fun for everyone to celebrate on any special occasion. Not just for birthday parties- introduce for fun in the classroom, at youth group meetings, family reunions, carnivals, rainy days, sick days, travel time and everyday fun.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Whether your child is turning 2 or 12, Games Galore makes it easy. It's filled with page after page of fun, safe games and activities to keep any party rolling. Descriptions of each activity are thorough and easy to follow, and include such essentials as suitable age ranges, preparation and play time, materials needed, and suggestions for low-cost prizes and favors. Pence's Magic Lamp, concocted from a simple paper cup, is not only sheer genius, but incredibly easy. No artistic talent is needed here. There's a nice mix of games here, from active relay races to quiet puzzles and simple crafts. Each is safe, most are non-competitive, and all guarantee a rollicking good time. --Small Press Magazine

Can't think past Pin-the-Tail on the Donkey? Relax. This highly imaginative collection of group activities will make the party time fly. Tossing games, active games and ahhhh, quiet games that all require a minimum of hands-on materials run the gamut from super silly to slightly cerebral. Lots of winners and laughter guaranteed. Anyone who works with youngsters from toddlers to teens will appreciate the wealth of ideas. Actually, it would be nice to have this book for baby showers and family picnics, too. --Carolina Parent Annual Birthday Party Guide

Games Galore for Children's Parties and More is a book made in heaven. Author Shari Ann Pence offers over 75 activities and games that are new, adaptable to outdoors or indoors, inexpensive and terrifically fun. --The Boston Parents' Paper

About the Author

Shari Ann Pence is also the author of Games Galore for Baby Showers. Shari's flair for designing fun, simple and inexpensive games has enabled her to host parties, fund-raisers and special events with ease. Originally a children's theme party entertainer, she now spends her time developing new ideas for future titles. You too can host celebrations filled with brand new, imaginative games and activities your guests will love.

Product Details

• Paperback: 121 pages
• Publisher: Funcastle Publications; 2 edition (August 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964577119
• ISBN-13: 978-0964577114
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,140,589 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Games Galore Without Tears, January 1, 2000

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This review is from: Games Galore for Children's Parties and More: Fun Games and Activities for Parties, Classrooms, Youth Groups, Carnivals, Company Picnics, Rainy Days (Paperback)

I heard the author of this book speak at a Mothers of Preschoolers meeting. The book has several ideas on how to organize a party-from to-do lists to games to inexpensive prizes. All children win with these games! This book is overflowing with wonderful party games. The materials necessary for the games are really inexpensive. (Most of the items can be found in your cupboards.) The games are so creative! Many of the games are non-competitive and lots of fun! It is a great way to throw a TRADITIONAL party like we used to have as kids!