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Age-by-Age Birthday Party Guide
Age 2
Hosting a party for two-year-old's presents unique challenges. They can go from anger to excitement in minutes — so you need to be prepared for a full range of emotions.
It's best not to open gifts at the party since most guests won't understand that they can't take theirs home.
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Hard to plan organized games since parallel play is all you can expect from most twos.
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Most good activities for them: Balloon twisting, Bubble show (mini), Dance, Tattoos and Balloon drop!
Age 3
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It's not until they hit three that children begin to really understand parties. Those who are used to group settings from preschool, daycare or playgroups usually love a chance to celebrate. (If your child is shy, however, keep that in mind when making your plan.)
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Singing and group games good for most threes.
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Threes like imitation, so we try a simple version of Simon Says (without expecting them to know left from right) or parachute game and etc..
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Threes usually enjoy playing with other children briefly but still have trouble cooperating. Don't expect too much of your guests.
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It's best not to open gifts at the party since most guests won't understand that they can't take theirs home.
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Keep the party to about 2 hours to avoid over-stimulating them
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Most good activities for them: Group games, Balloon twisting, Bubble show (mini), Dance, Tattoos, Balloon show and Foam pits show!
Age 4
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Most fours are full of energy and imagination, which makes them wonderful (but exhausting) party-goers.
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We Plan short games and keep things moving because fours may find it hard to wait their turn.
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Dance and music since most fours like silly songs and nonsense words.
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Some Theme parties including Treasure and scavenger hunts work well for this age group.
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We plan a lots of active games, since fours have physical energy to burn.
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Most good activities for them: Group games, Balloon twisting, Bubble show, Crafts, Dance party, Face painting, Make-overs, Magic show, Streamers show, Glitter Tattoos and Balloon show and Foam pits show!
Age 5
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Five-year-olds know parties are very important and may enjoy the planning even more than the fours!
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Fives especially enjoy dramatic play, so we have some props on hand for make-believe games
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Fives are usually ready for games that teach right and left like Hokey-Pokey and tug of war.
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While we're ready for organized games, some fives still have trouble taking turns.
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Most fives have the small motor skills necessary to use scissors and string beads so they're now ready for crafts that involve more than simple finger painting.
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Most good activities for them: Competitions , Science show, Art, Spa parties, Balloon twisting, Bubble show, Crafts, Dance party, Baking party, Face painting, Make-overs, Magic show, Streamers show, Glitter Tattoos, Balloon show and Foam pits show!
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Plan for a party of about 2-3 hours.
Age 6-8
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Being with friends becomes increasingly important for 6-8 year olds so parties take on greater meaning. They're old enough to enjoy most organized games and have a well-developed sense of fairness.
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Children of this age have definite ideas about their parties. Listen to them (within reason!).
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Ages six and up are ready for Hip hop dance and karaoke parties
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Children can play games with rules, secrets and mysteries.
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Fewer children this age are fussy eaters, so you can take more chances with your menu.
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Most good activities for them: Competitions , Science show, Art, Spa parties, Bubble show, Crafts, Dance party, Baking party, Face painting, Make-overs, Magic show, Streamers show, Karaoke, Glitter Tattoos, Balloon show and Foam pits show!
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Parties should not exceed 2-4 hours.
Age 8-12
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At this age most children know what type of party they want so it’s better to include them in the entire planning process so that they are happy and involved.