If You Are Having A Party For Your Child...
By Natasha Kravchenko, Fri Dec 9th

b>If You are Having a Party for Your Child...

1.Think of your child's current interest (movies, books, toys,games, anything he is into). You may discuss it with the kid,but keep in mind that the younger the child is, the more"impulsive" the answer can be.

2. Plan well in advance. DATE. If the is too bookedwith other events (grandma's visits, adult celebrations etc.),better choose another day or even another weekend. It is everychild's dream to have more than one a year. Give themthis chance! TIME. Make sure the time of your party does notinterfere with your child's routine schedule (naps, meal times,etc.).

3. Evaluate your own availability. If you cannot afford to puttogether an entertainment program for the children on your own,call a professional children's entertainer. Look for a warm,engaging person who has

strong leadership skills and an aptitudefor organizing lots of kids. To choose the right one ask thefollowing questions: How interactive is their party program ?Are all children involved ? Will they customize the party foryour child ? Do they provide extra services (i.e. arts andcrafts, party supplies, etc.) Make sure the money you spend isworth the fun the children get.

4. Order online or buy in a party store the proper partysupplies .

5. cake. It's even more important how it looks thanhow it tastes.

6. After all the guests are gone, all the presents are opened,do not forget to cuddle up with your child and talk to him/herabout the party. Discuss the best games, roles, funniestmoments, emotions. Make the warm feeling stay long after theparty is over.

About the author:Natasha Kravchenko runs Ladushki.com, a NJ children party company andEducationalToys Planet.