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These are our top theme ideas for Kids Birthday Parties in 2022. 1.  Safari Party 2.  Pirate Party 3.  Princess Party 4.  Dinosaur Party 5.  Superhero Party 6.  Unicorn Party 7.  Mermaid Party 8.  Star Wars Party 9.  Toy Story Party 10.  Latest craze (Minecraft or Fortnight) Most of the top themes are classics and have been popular for years. They are also a pretty safe bet, because your party guests will have heard of them and will be keen to join the party.  

Teach your child to play independently in 5 simples steps...Parents often complain that their child doesn't like to play on their own. Many children play, but want an adult to play with them pausing frequently to show their progress. Interacting with others is a good skill, but teaching your child to play independently is important, because it gives you time to work, run a home or have a bit of free time.1. Start graduallyRather than sneaking off, it is best to tell your child that you are going to leave them for a few minutes to wash some dishes, for...

Boys will be boys and my soon to be 5 year old son, who is mad about ‘Lego Star Wars’ has requested a Star Wars Party this year.  My first thought was to hire some entertainers, knowing little about Star Wars myself and not wanting to disappoint.  However, after giving it some thought the ideas started flowing and if I run out of steam I will simply use the force! Make some name stickers, each featuring 1 of 4 chosen characters. These will help you to divide guests into groups. You will need equal quantity of characters (depending on how many groups...

1. Pirate Treasure Hunt - Treasure hunt games are a great ice breaker. I have never known a child refuse to take part. 2.  Pass the Treasure Chest - This is similar to pass the parcel without the need to wrap layers and layers of treats. Just refill the treasure chest from our treasure hunt game with as many treats as there are guests. Each guest takes a treat if they are holding the chest when the music stops. 3.   Pirate Stepping Stones - Like musical chairs, but children have to dance around a ring of stepping stones and find a vacant stepping stone...

1. Find free or low cost printable colour in masks, bunting and party hats online. 2.  There's no need to invite the whole class.  Simply ask your child who they would like to invite, because some children don't like big groups.  Don't forget it's their day.  3.  Use our free printable invitations.  They don't need to be fancy for 5 year olds. 4.  Give guests a small bag of sweets and a balloon instead of a party bag filled with cheap plastic toys that will end up in the land fill. 5.  Make your own cake and if you're short on...