ChildTime Magic Party tips
ChildTime Magic Party tips
Last party tips for a birthday party
#10 - Make It An Event To Remember
This is easy to do just take LOTS of pictures. And if you have a Polaroid or a digital camera (and a color printer), here's a great gift idea to give each of the party goers: Take a photo of each guest with the birthday child. At the bottom of the photo write with marker their names and the date of the party. If you want to go one step further, you can make little "badges" out of construction paper and tape or glue the photo in it.
Videotaping is also a great way to relive your party memories. If you don't have a camcorder, ask a rental place many rental companies rent camcorders. Remember to use a tripod to keep it steady and make sure the battery is charged so you're not tethered to an electrical cord.
TIP: If you do hire a performer, be sure they will allow you to videotape the show before booking them.
#11 - How To "Schedule" The Party
The simple truth is that no matter what ages the children are at the birthday party, they must be kept entertained by the hosts or birthday child the entire length of the party. My recommendation is to keep the party length at two hours. There are obvious exceptions like an overnight party or if there is a performer with a workshop.
A basic schedule that has consistently worked well is to start off the party with some party games. There are library books filled with games that can be used as a resource. This is a perfect place for the birthday child to make suggestions before the party. Avoid games that can only be played by one or two children at a time, such as video games, ping pong, air hockey, foosball and so forth. Instead have games that require everyone to participate or take turns.
Follow this by the "main event." If you have a performer, this is where they would perform. If you are at a "game" room type location, this is the time to cut them lose to play games.
Next, light the candles, sing "Happy Birthday", and eat the cake. This avoids a "sugar-high" that can cause problems for some children.
Finally, have the birthday boy or girl open the birthday presents. This keeps the presents from being played with and parts ending up lost or broken before the end of the party. A digital camera with pictures of each present with the gift giver will make it easier later to remember who gave each present for those dreaded "Thank You" notes!
TIP: The overall time line for the party should be:
30-45 minutes games
30-60 minutes - performer or other "theme" activity
15-20 minutes - cake and ice cream
10-15 minutes - open presents
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