How To Plan A Child's Slumber Party
Having friends over to spend the night can be a lot of fun for children of all ages
. So, why not make the next slumber party even more fun? Find out some simple tips you can use to plan a fun slumber party without a lot of expense or time. Here are some tips you can use to add some fun to your child's next slumber party.
Fun Party Foods
Fun snacks are always an important piece of fun sleepover parties. It is hard to go wrong with the time-tested choices of popcorn, pizza and cookies. However, you can add a bit more life to the party by having the kids participate in the snack making process. Make a large batch of pizza dough in advance, stock up on pizza sauce, pepperoni and other pizza fixings, and let each child assemble their own custom-built pie. Or, make a big batch of cookie dough and let everyone take part in the cookie-making process. Make sure to take lots of pictures of them cooking because candid action shots are always fun to display in picture frames in your kitchen.
Choosing a Party Theme
If you think that party themes are just for birthday parties, think again. You can add a lot of fun and excitement to a child's sleepover party simply by incorporating a theme. For example, a movie party theme can be a lot of fun. Pick out the movie you're going to watch in advance and then send out invitations that look like movie tickets. Serve popcorn in paper popcorn bags, have a big bowl of "movie candy" on hand, and arrange folding chairs in front of the television to simulate a movie theater. Decorate the room with movie posters displayed on the walls. If you cannot find posters for the movie you have chosen, simply make a few of your own. For teenage girls, a spa party can be a lot of fun or you can do a football party for boys when a big game is going to be on. You will undoubtedly find that just a bit of pre-planning can really add to the enjoyment of any sleepover party.
Planning Your Sleeping Accommodations
If you are inviting just one child over for the night, you probably will not have too much trouble devising comfortable sleeping arrangements. However, if you are planning a sleepover party for multiple children, you might have to get a bit more creative. It's a good idea to ask each child to bring their own sleeping bag so that everyone has their own bedding. You can also place chair or sofa cushions right on the floor to make some padded beds on the floor. Air mattresses, futons and even a mattress from an unused guest bedroom can all be used to add extra sleeping space. In most cases, you will want to find a way for everyone to sleep in the same room, as this is usually more fun for the kids. And make sure to take lots of photos during the party. Then print them, place in pretty small picture frames, and give one to each child as a fun memento of the party.
by: Autumn Lockwood
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