Great Parties for Kids: Over 35 Celebrations for Toddlers to Preteens (Williamson Good Times Books) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Lynn Nejam (Author), Vicki Overstreet (Author) "Balloons are inappropriate for parties with kids under 3 years of age or when younger siblings are present..." (more)
Key Phrases: baseball card show, birthday child, rain date, Guest List, Happy Birthday, Paw Print Socks (more...)

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Although the authors run out of ideas for activities and games long before young partygoers will run out of energy, parents will still find some good ideas here. What's more, where many children's party books focus on little ones, this one has a few party recommendations for preteens. The authors include a selection of 35 age-appropriate theme parties, ranging from a super hero party (ages four through six) that calls for a comic-book read-aloud, to a neighborhood scavenger hunt for older children. Party plans include tips on favors, food, and decorations, as well as ideas on what to do when the guests have arrived. Cartoon illustrations add a nice touch, and there's a selection of sample invitations to get things off to a good start. Stephanie Zvirin

Product Description

Putting on great parties for kids just got a lot easier for parents! Here are hints and tips on planning, getting the kids involved, taking good photos, creating great, memorable times, and fostering family traditions. With 35 diverse parties for birthdays, holidays, and just plain fun times for kids.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Williamson Publishing Company (VT); illustrated edition edition (May 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0913589829
• ISBN-13: 978-0913589823
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #752,353 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of sensible, do-able ideas, May 12, 2004

By	Hiba Dialdin (Dhahran, Saudi Arabia) - See all my reviews

I have used this book many times for each of my 3 kids' birthday parties. It is full of great games, clever invitations, and funny party ideas. Definitely a must-buy!

5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks mom!, November 14, 2007

By	Georgia Fyke "georgiapea" (Jackson, MS USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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My mom is one of the authors. I have had a lot of the parties in the book (as have my brothers and the kids of the other 2 authors). I was just talking to a friend about my birthday parties when I was little, and quite frankly, they were awesome. This book is full of good ideas. I'm 22 now and I can't imagine trying to plan a kid's party from scratch.

So, from personal experience - these parties rock! (I think my name is on the 'jail' under the cowboy party!)