Children's Birthday Party Planning
Birthday Themes
No matter what your child's age, their birthday is always an exciting time of year for both them and you. However, when it comes to planning the birthday bash sometimes coming up with ideas can pose a problem.
In planning a special birthday, you might be surprised at how inspiring a simple theme can be. Whether it is monkeys, dinosaurs, bugs or the color pink, a theme gives you a platform from which to begin planning.
Let the Planning Begin
Most party planning follows a basic to do list. These simple steps can help you create a successful birthday event for your child.
1. Choose the date, time and location
2. Compile a guest list
3. Choose a theme
4. Create a menu
5. Pick activities and games
6. Make and mail invitations
7. Put together favors
8. PARTY!
Select a Favorite Theme
Themes can be as simple or elaborate as you want to make them. Here are a few themes and ideas to get you started.
| • Daises | • Jungle |
| • Cowboys | • Pretty in Pink |
| • Firefighter | • Initials (J is for John) |
| • Art | • Season (winter, spring, etc.) |
| • Bugs | • A Color (green, primary color, etc.) |
| • Construction | • Carnival |
| • A Sport (baseball, etc.) | • Movie Theme |
| • Race Cars | • Animal (monkeys, tigers, etc.) |
Think of ways to carry your theme into these areas:
• invitations
• cake
• favors
• decorations
• snacks
• table covers
• plates, cups and utensils
A great idea is to let the birthday boy or girl take part in making the party decorations. They can help make signs, draw pictures or put party favors together.
For the younger children, rent children's tables and children's chairs. The tables are 20" high (as pictured above) and with the chairs sized to fit, you can accommodate your young guests comfortably.
The possibilities are endless so begin creating and above all, have fun!
