Teaching the Basics

Birthday parties happen only once a year. Throwing a birthday party may seem like a daunting

task, but planning your own child's birthday party can be a fun and very rewarding task. Every

parent wants his/her child to have an unforgettable, enjoyable time together with friends and

loved ones. In order to give an amazing party for your child, you'll have to know the basics of

planning a party for your child. A party without proper planning can turn into an utter mess and

can embarrass you before your guests.

The first step in planning a birthday party is to sit down with your child and find out what theme

birthday party he or she wants. The only thing more satisfying than a party in your child's honor is

the sense of pride they'll feel when he/she helps plan it. Then determine if your budget, your

creativity, and your energy can deliver that type of birthday party. If not, scale down. The theme

will also help you with the party supplies, and it will be easier for you to select what you need. The

great thing about children's birthday parties is that you won't have to worry about every minor

detail. Children will remember what they did at the party and not the colors of the plates and

napkins, so you don't need to sweat over all the tiny details. Don't forget that the birthday party is

for the children and your main purpose is to make the birthday child feel special.

Second, you are ready to pick a date, a place, and a time. The most obvious choice of

locations for your party is, of course, your house. There are many other choices. Most fast food

restaurants, and even some skating rinks, and movie theaters are available for parties, and may

be worth the expense when you realize the time you will save in setting up and cleaning up the

party. Next have your child plan the birthday party guest list with you and encourage limiting

invitations to good friends only. So while drafting your guest list, make sure that you have enough

room for all your guests so that the party wouldn't end up being over-crowded. The invitation

cards can be designed keeping the party theme in