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Host A Fun Valentine's Day Party For Kids
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Valentine's Day is often a time for adult couples to show their affection. But Valentine's Day is a fun time for kids, too. Kids often enjoy handing out and receiving Valentine's Day cards, and parents often enjoy seeing their kids' crushes.
Another Valentine's Day tradition kids enjoy is the annual Valentine's Day party. Parents hosting the party this year can make the most of their holiday party with the following tips.
- Let kids make the invitations. Kids will get a kick out of making Valentine's Day invitations for all their friends. Tools of the trade include construction paper, glitter, stickers, and any other accessories kids might feel are necessary. Parents who want to go the extra mile can take their kids around the neighborhood to hand deliver the invitations to their friends.
- Go big with balloons. No kids party is complete without balloons, and a Valentine's Day party should include pink, red and white balloons. If time permits, create an archway of balloons at the front door or tie balloons to the mailbox so other parents know where to drop the kids off.
- Don't forget the candy and cupcakes. Kids might have ulterior motives for enjoying Valentine's Day that go beyond giving and receiving valentines. Candy and cupcakes are as much a part of Valentine's Day for kids as they are for adults. Chocolate and cupcakes are favorites for kids and adults alike on Valentine's Day, so be sure to have some on hand for the party.
- Host a few Valentine's themed games. Instead of standard fare like "Pin the Tail On the Donkey," spice things up for Valentine's Day with a few games with a Valentine's Day theme. If the weather permits, host a Valentine's scavenger hunt in the backyard. Include prizes like Valentine's stickers and, of course, chocolate. If the weather is too cold for a scavenger hunt, plan other activities that can be done indoors. This can include some dancing to kids' favorite music or even letting kids decorate the house themselves with Valentine's themed decorations they made at the party.
- Accessorize. For the party, purchase heart-shaped plates and red, pink or white utensils for the kids to eat with. For dessert, serve up a heart-shaped chocolate cake.
