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Party Theme Ideas for Boys Created: Friday, May 17, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 17, 2013
From cowboys and pirates to dragons and sharks, party themes to consider when celebrating birthdays for boys.
Party Theme Ideas for Girls Created: Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
From princesses and fairies to flowers and chocolate, party themes to consider when throwing a birthday bash for girls.
Shining Star Party Theme Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Need a party idea that celebrates an achievemet? A shining star theme honors your child as she climbs from one milestone to the next, whether it be another birthday, a graduation or completion of a...
How to Make a Popcorn Box Cake Created: Friday, February 22, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Learn how to make a popcorn box cake for a kid's party.
Looking for Birthday Cupcake Ideas? Decorate with these Alphabet Cupcake Toppers Created: Saturday, September 04, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
Looking for birthday cake or cupcake ideas? Make these alphabet cupcake toppers that spell out the birthday kid's name or age.
Father's Day Games Created: Tuesday, May 07, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, May 07, 2013
Celebrate with Dad on his special day by playing some of these Father’s Day party games.
Mother’s Day Games and Activities Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
A collection of games to play in honor of Mom at your Mother’s Day celebration.
Animal Party Themes Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Get ideas for party themes based on some kids’ favorite animal friends.
Celebrating Mother's Day Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
From breakfast in bed to Mother’s Day dessert, find ways to celebrate Mom on her special day.
Mother's Day Cake Idea: Flower Garden Cake Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
How to make a garden cake for Mother's Day.
Graduation Party Themes for Preschool and Kindergarten Created: Saturday, May 19, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Planning a graduation celebration for kindergarten or preschool students? Consider these themes that reflect upon the things they've learned, friends they've made, or the summer season and journeys...
How to Make a 4th of July Luminary Created: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 Updated: Friday, April 26, 2013
Light up your Independence Day with this patriotic craft.
Top 10 July 4th Activities for Kids Created: Monday, June 18, 2012 Updated: Friday, April 26, 2013
Celebrating Independence Day with kids? Get them in the patriotic spirit with this collection of 4th of July crafts, games and activities.
Bug-Themed Party Games Created: Friday, April 19, 2013 Updated: Friday, April 19, 2013
Having a party with a bug theme? Kids can celebrate their favorite critters with this collection of bug-themed games.
First Birthday Party Themes Created: Wednesday, August 29, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, April 17, 2013
If you're leaning toward a theme party to honor your child's first birthday these cute ideas may be just the thing to inspire ideas for your celebration.
How to Throw a Bumble Bee Party for Kids Created: Sunday, April 14, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 15, 2013
From invitations and decorations to party food and favors, these ideas cover everything you need to throw a party with a bumble bee theme.
Fairy-Themed Party Guide Created: Tuesday, April 09, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 09, 2013
From a magic potion recipe to a collection of fairy-themed party games, this guide offers plenty of ideas for planning a party with a pixie theme.
Doc McStuffins Birthday Party Ideas Created: Monday, June 11, 2012 Updated: Friday, April 05, 2013
Tips and ideas to help you throw a birthday party with a Doc McStuffins theme, including everything from character puppets to your very own "big book of boo-boos."
Kids' Pirate Party Guide Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 04, 2013
Get ideas for everything from how to make treasure map invitations to how to play a game of Walk the Plank with this guide to planning a pirate-themed kids’ party.
Baseball Party Games for Kids Created: Wednesday, April 03, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, April 03, 2013
From a baseball uniform relay race to a game of strike out tag, these baseball-themed party games are sure to score a home run with party guests.
Rain Theme Party Created: Friday, April 20, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Rainy days don't always have to get you down. Celebrate them instead with a theme party made for kids who think wet weather is something wonderful!
How to Make a Sunflower Cake Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Saturday, March 30, 2013
This easy to make sunflower cake makes a pretty dessert for your Easter or springtime table.
Cowboy Party Guide Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Saturday, March 30, 2013
Put on your cowboy boots and mosey on over to a party with a western theme. Whether you’re looking for tips to enhance a horseback riding birthday party or want to transform your home into th...
Cowboy Party Games Created: Friday, March 29, 2013 Updated: Friday, March 29, 2013
Yeehaw! From stampedes to rodeo rides, it’s time for your little cowboys and cowgirls to answer the call of the Wild West – wild western party games, that is.
Pirate Party Games for Kids Created: Thursday, March 28, 2013 Updated: Thursday, March 28, 2013
Need games to play at your pirate-themed party? These ideas are sure to entertain even the rowdiest of pirate crews!
Easter Basket Cake Created: Thursday, March 28, 2013 Updated: Thursday, March 28, 2013
Birthday cakes and dessert creations submitted by readers.
Fairy Party Games Created: Monday, March 25, 2013 Updated: Monday, March 25, 2013
These fairy games are just the thing to entertain little sprites at any party with an enchanted theme.
How Can I Throw a St. Patrick's Day Party for Kids? Created: Tuesday, March 02, 2010 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
If your kid's birthday falls in March, how about throwing a St. Patrick's Day party? These ideas for activities, decorations, cakes and more will help you plan the birthday bash.
Top Ten Family Activities for Halloween Created: Saturday, September 29, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Top ten ways to celebrate Halloween as a family.
Back to School Party Idea: Smart Cookies Theme Created: Thursday, August 09, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Kids going back to school? Celebrate the first day with a party that celebrates what smart cookies they are!
Celebrate Winter Solstice with Kids Created: Saturday, August 28, 2010 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Celebrate winter solstice with kids following these ideas for crafts, recipes and decorations you could make together to mark the shortest day of the year.
Thanksgiving Kids Created: Saturday, August 28, 2010 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Thanksgiving Kids: How to plan a fun holiday for the whole family.

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