Every kid's birthday is an occasion that calls for a celebration. However, there are certain years that mark special milestones to a kid's life, such as the first, fifth and 10th birthday. These kids' milestone birthdays should be planned carefully and resourcefully to create lasting memories. Here are some fun and easy birthday party ideas for kids who are turning 1, 5 and 10.
For 1-year-olds
A baby's first birthday party is also your first anniversary of becoming a parent. While this is a great cause for celebration, there is no need to break the bank just to give your baby a festive party. You only have to come with a party that will make your baby the center of attention.
Amanda Mushro of Today Parents suggested "Your baby is the star" theme. This could be done by decorating the party area with some of your baby's cute snapshots, and framing some as giveaways.
To make your baby the star of the occasion, put up a baby's high chair and decorate it with a tutu. Use the chair as your baby's seat when eating the cake or during pictorials. Using glitter hats and sippy cups, as well as setting up a bubble machine and a kiddie pool filled with balls could add more fun and colors to the party.
For 5-year-olds
Birthday parties for 5-year-olds should be planned well because this is the age when they can already have fun with the event. Cheryl Butler, a Huffington Post blogger and author of Mighty Mom, suggested several fun and easy birthday party ideas for younger kids like 5 year-olds. These include storybook character party and chocolate-making party.
For storybook character party, ask your kid's guests to come dressed as their favorite storybook characters. If you want a messy party theme, chocolate-making party will be ideal, wherein kids will be asked to create or mold treats out of melted chocolate.
For 10-year-olds
When preparing for your child's 10th birthday party, keep in mind that this is the time when most kids think that they are not babies anymore. This is also the period when they already have definite ideas about the party they want; therefore, it is very vital that you will listen to them. According to Today Parenting writer Meredith Sinclair, kids should be allowed to take the lead when planning for this kind of birthday party.
You may suggest an emoji party to your kid, wherein everything will be emoji-themed from invitations to foods. If your kid loves adventures, backyard carnival would be a good idea. For this theme, you need to set up a mini golf course and a ring toss on soda bottles. Adding a cotton candy and popcorn stand, as well as a face painting and tattoo station could bring more enjoyment to older kids.
