Hit of the Party: The Complete Planner for Children's Theme Birthday Parties [Paperback]

Amy Vangsgard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2000

Hit of the Party has been reviewed as "the best book on the market for planning and giving children's theme birthday parties" by the American Library Association's Booklist, Better Homes and Gardens, Childsplay Magazine, Pittsburgh Parent, Iowa Parent & Family, San Jose Mercury News, and more. (See some of these reviews below.)

With 385 pages, this 8 1/2" x 11" softcover handbook is the most comprehensive book available, with hundreds of photocopy projects to make professional-quality party invitations, decorations, theme birthday cakes, costumes, and "kid-proof crafts."

The photocopy projects make this book unique. Simply photocopy the patterns and illustrations for all the invitations, decorations, costumes, crafts, theme birthday cakes and games directly from the book. You are ready to make memories in minutes!

Hit of the Party is a valuable resource for parents who want to give their children memorable birthday parties without spending a lot of time or money, or whenever the need arises--like on a rainy day--when there's "nothing to do." The book can also be used by teachers and librarians who want an easy-to-make craft, costume, or decoration to enhance their "Reading Appreciation" programs.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Vangsgard's party plans follow common themes: cowboy, pirate, dinosaur, circus, space, etc. However, these are party plans often called for by younger children, and Vangsgard exhibits much depth of planning and creative detail. She has ideas for making your own stickers and face paint, building game structures and pi{¤}natas, and fashioning cakes in original patterns. For those parents who haven't the time or motivation for do-it-yourself projects, Vangsgard offers plenty pf suggestions for adding a personal touch to commercially available prizes, cakes, and other items. The general planning and scheduling guidelines are excellent as is the advice for gearing the party to the child's age. Denise Perry Donavin --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Review

Hit of the Party is a 385-page softcover book with 12 party ideas for kids. -- Better Homes and Gardens<br /><br />Much depth of planning and creative detail. General planning and scheduling guidelines are excellent. -- American Library Association Booklist (Denise Donavin)<br /><br />This book is still one of the best resources on party giving that I've seen. --Pittsburgh Parent (Beth A. Lawry)

Product Details

• Paperback: 385 pages
• Publisher: Diane Books Publishing Company; 2 edition (August 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0788160842
• ISBN-13: 978-0788160844
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 9 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #529,084 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #3 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Special Occasions > Party Planning
  • #17 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Special Occasions > General

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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well-organized and Comprehensive--One of the Best I've Seen, October 5, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Hit of the Party: The Complete Planner for Children's Theme Birthday Parties (Paperback)

From Pittsburgh Parent (Beth A. Lawry) This book is still one of the best resources on party giving that I've seen. Hit of the Party is a well-organized and comprehensive party planner for children ages 1-10. I particularly liked the outline format. Headings are clear and let you skim through to find the sections you want. The introduction is well thought out and includes extremely helpful tips. Individual chapters include complete plans for 12 theme parties ranging from pirates to fairy tales, safaris to space. Four appendices in the back compile recipes, cake tips, crafts and games. Vangsgard also gets high marks for including photocopy-able lists and artwork, age ranges for activities and crafts and preparation times.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best I've ever seen, April 9, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Hit of the Party: The Complete Planner for Children's Theme Birthday Parties (Paperback)

I very rarely write reviews, but this book is so great that I felt it deserved it. So many ideas that I never even thought of and step by step ways to incorporate them into the party. I took this out of the library but definitely want to buy it so I always have it on hand. This book also has a lot of fun recipes and games that don't have to wait for a birthday party.Very highly recommended

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Hit of the Party" is a hit with kids, September 15, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Hit of the Party: The Complete Planner for Children's Theme Birthday Parties (Paperback)

"Hit of the Party" is a must for parents who want to host children's birthday parties in their own homes. Complete with reproducable invitations, decorations and party favors, Vangsard's book makes it easy to have a no-fail birthday party. More ideas are included than could possibly be done in a regular party time frame, so one is never short on ideas for what to do. Party themes include: space party, jungle party, teddy bear picnic, magician party and many more. With this book one is more than equipped to have a party that kids love while keeping costs way down.