August 28th, 2009
If you’re planning a slumber party for your child and some friends, here are some great tips for keeping the group entertained — and out of trouble — while keeping things easy for mom and dad.
1. Keep the guest list small. By limiting the number of kids who are invited, you’ll be more likely to keep your sanity and less likely to have arguments and tears from the attendees. And with fewer kids present, it becomes much easier to keep an eye on the whole group.
2. Create a list of possible games and activities. Boredom is the #1 cause of mischief and while it’s not necessary to keep the kids busy with planned activities during the entire sleep-over (since sleep is not likely to be a high priority on their “to-do” list), it helps to have a few games, crafts or other ideas prepared in case of boredom. Let your child participate in planning the list and leave plenty of space –when kids get together, they tend to invent their own kinds of fun. A rental projector from Projector123.com is perfect for watching big-screen movies, cartoons, gaming, and anything the kids want to watch. Weekend rentals start at just $99.
3. Keep the food simple. Odds are, you won’t be getting a whole lot of sleep either, and the last thing you want to do is spend a lot of time cooking and preparing food. Grab a few frozen pizzas (or order in) and put out some basic snacks and beverages and the kids will be ready to roll. Consider offering some healthier alternatives in addition to kid food favorites. A couple of packages of pre-washed lettuce are a great start for salad to accompany that pizza, and bite-size raw veggies will go just as well with dip as regular chips. Fresh fruit is always a hit for dessert, as are popsicles made with real fruit. Providing a good balance of foods will help stave off any upset tummies later in the evening.
4. Get parents’ contact information (even if you already have it). When each child is dropped off, ask for the best number to reach their parents between now and morning. That way, should there be any kind of emergency in the household (or even just if one of the kids is too homesick), you’ll have a handy reference and can quickly reach the parents.
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