| Having written some articles on party games for kids, I | | | | they are inexpensive too. In my book of party games |
| was asked to explain my formula for successful kids | | | | for kids the games fall into one of four categories, |
| parties. So here it is... in this 4-part series you will find | | | | food games, races and relays, musical games and |
| out, 4 essential rules for planning kids parties, why a | | | | memory games. Four to six games will be enough. |
| party plan works, the 7 steps of a good plan and how | | | | 4. Designated areas. I have found that having a |
| to use a plan to ensure successful kids parties. | | | | designated area is essential. All the equipment and |
| The key to my formula for successful kids parties is | | | | supplies are given a designated area where they can |
| concentrated around 4 essential rules. | | | | be stored and found with ease. This makes it easy |
| | | | leading up to and especially the day before and day of |
| 1. Keep it simple. By this I mean simple food and simple | | | | the party. This may seem like an unnecessary thing to |
| games. Simple really can be best. Keep it simple and | | | | spend time on, however, it will save plenty of wasted |
| you will have time to enjoy preparing and participating | | | | time and stress trying to locate items you know you |
| in the fun. Keep it simple and it will also cost you less. | | | | bought and have forgotten where you put them. |
| 2. Make a party plan. In other words be prepared. You | | | | - One area in both the fridge and freezer where you |
| need to plan ahead, know what you need to do and | | | | can easily locate all the frozen and cold items. |
| do as much as is possible before the big day. You will | | | | - Cupboard space, table or the corner of a room for all |
| create great memories for yourself and your kids. | | | | the none perishable items. |
| 3. Party Games. Use games as your entertainment. | | | | A party plan is key to successful kids parties. My next |
| Your parties will be full of fun and laughter. The kids will | | | | article in this series will explain how a good plan will help |
| love you for planning games as the entertainment and | | | | you reduce stress, spend less and save time. |