First Birthday in December
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.
Tag: party themes
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Winter in July: A Pretend Snow Day Party to Escape the Heat
When the thermometer climbs, a pretend snow day indoors feels like a treat. Here is how to plan a winter-in-July party with snowball games, icy colors and cool snacks. Read more
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Octopus, Crabs and Coral: An Under the Sea Birthday
An under the sea party brings ocean colors, friendly creatures and plenty of imaginative play to a summer birthday. Here is how to plan one for toddlers and preschoolers, with safety notes for the details. Read more
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Running a Pretend Lemonade Stand at a Summer Birthday
A lemonade stand is a classic summer childhood memory. Here is how to build a pretend stand for a toddler or preschool party, with cardboard counters, play money, real lemonade and bright lemon decor. Read more
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The Pool Party Look Without the Pool: A Dry Summer Party Theme
You can capture the bright, playful look of a pool party with no water at all. Here is how to plan a dry pool party theme with floats, stripes, beach balls and splash-free games for toddlers. Read more
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A Road Trip Party: Maps, Toy Cars and Postcards for Little Travelers
Summer is road trip season, and a road trip theme is perfect for children who love cars and adventures. Here is how to plan a party with map decor, a toy car highway and postcards from the road. Read more
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A Backyard Campout Party for Preschoolers, No Campfire Required
A campout party brings the fun of camping to a backyard afternoon, with tents, flashlights and pretend campfires. Here is how to plan one for preschoolers, with tips for keeping tents cool and safe. Read more
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One in a Melon: Planning a Watermelon First Birthday
A watermelon theme is cheerful, summery and easy for a first birthday. Here is how to plan the colors, the cake and the details, and how to serve watermelon safely to a brand-new one-year-old. Read more
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A Ballpark Birthday: Tee-Ball, Pennants and Snack Stand Safety
Baseball season is in full swing by late spring, and a ballpark theme suits a little slugger’s birthday. Here is how to decorate, play gentle tee-ball and serve classic snacks safely to young guests. Read more
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A Frog Pond Party With Lily Pad Hops and Tadpole Crafts
Late spring is when ponds fill with tadpoles and frogs start to sing. Here is how to bring that season into a toddler or preschool party with green decor, hopping games and simple crafts. Read more
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Strawberry Season Birthdays: Gingham, Berry Baskets and Little Pickers
Strawberries arrive in late spring in many parts of the country, and they make a sweet birthday theme. Here are ideas for decor, activities and berry-safe snacks for toddlers and preschoolers. Read more
