How Do You Plan A Childs Birthday Party On A Budget?
With careful planning, you can throw a party that kids will love – and they won’t even notice that you did it on the cheap. Decide what you can afford to spend on the party. Stick to it. Pick an inexpensive location. Parks and backyards are perfect for large groups of kids – they’re free, and there’s plenty of room to have fun. Decide what games, if any, you’ll invite kids to play. Bring out the old favorites, like pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey, duck-duck-goose, red light/green light, musical chairs or Simon says. Or get more ideas by talking to other parents, checking a party games book out of the library, or searching the Web. Make a piñata, if you have time (see Related eHows). While store-bought piñatas can be expensive, making one yourself doesn’t cost much, as long as you fill it with inexpensive treats. Plus, it’s a fun activity for you and the kids to do together in advance. Decide what food you will serve. Try to make most of the food yourself, including the cake. Enlist the ai
