Child Magazine's Book of Children's Parties

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Summary: Creative Parties Kids will Love...
Review: Do you remember all those fun parties your parents had for you as a child? Where on earth did they find all those party ideas? My dad would bake cupcakes and we would play games like pin the tail on the donkey, etc.

This takes Children's Parties to the next level. With this book you can make your child's party a spectacular success. This practical guide is filled with valuable advice and imaginative ideas. This book is packed with plans for party food, games, favors, cakes and decorations. The author makes very creative use out of paper plates.

The party planning is organized in an age by age format. Decorating Themes include: Colors and shapes, rainbows, teddy bears, pirates, fairy tales and kings and queens. There are instructions for making the invitations, decorations, masks, hats, treats and prizes.

The all important party games include: songs and rhymes, animal games, musical games, brain teasers, action games, outdoor games and entertainers. Then, onto the all important party food. You will find easy-to-make recipes for savory and sweet treats. I love the dragon cake! The butterfly crackers and rabbit roll are so fun to make. There is a recipe for a sponge cake and icing. The kiddy drinks include strawberry shake, choco-milk, ruby fruit punch, sunset punch and real lemonade.

Angela Wilkes has written more than 30 books for children and is the mother of two young children who have creative birthday parties every year. She must have a lot of experience as she also includes a first aid guide for minor accidents. Kids will be kids!

This is an essential guide for planning a party for children five or under. The planning checklist can be used to help you prepare for the party well in advance.