Your little one is busy on the phone inviting his friends for the birthday party, the day he has been waiting for the last 365 days. But the very thought of the party on a hot summer day is already giving you goose bumps. You have to overcome your anxiety to see that pride and magic on his face. So don’t lose heart - pick up your diary and a pen as you are about to wipe out your apprehensions on arranging a cool party on a hot summer day. Plan your party with full spirits to see that lovely smile on your little one’s face. Follow these tips:



Food Rules: Plan your menu according to the age group of your child. If he is in the age group of 0-6 keep the food uncomplicated. Have finger foods such as French fries, Chinese toast, veg/non-veg spring rolls , sponge cake jelly, pancakes and ice cream. Now all these things are such that you won’t have to sweat yourself in the kitchen and the children are happy. The drinks should be non-alcoholic and easy to make. Preferably make them well before the arrival of the guests.

If your child is between 6 to 12 years, lay out the dining room table with for something more filling like burgers, pizzas, sandwiches etc. Keep the meal adequately heavy so the children do not have to go home and eat again – and you will earn the grateful thanks of some harried mothers as well!

The next category, of teenagers, is easy to handle as they can eat all sorts of meals. Do keep in mind, however, that they’d much rather have their own kind of party. Let your child do the planning and execution as well – it will give him heaps of confidence

Decor Rules: Leave your house as it is, don’t over embellish it-unless you are having some theme party. Since the most important part is the cake cutting, and the eating is done in the dining room so the dining room furniture has to be decorated or shifted if need be. Hang a beautiful hand made lamp on your dining table for giving some special effects in the party. Don’t arrange the dining room chairs around the table even if the children are less. The arrangements should be a buffet as children like to sit together when they eat. The dining chairs should be arranged in such a way that they can gossip or enjoy while eating.

There should be sufficient lights at different heights. Dim the lights for an indoor party as they may cause heat. Use water to wet concrete ground or lawns several hours before the party to lower the temperature.

Conversation Rules: Introduce all the little ones by their names to the other guests. It’s better to listen than to talk in your own party.

Being a Great Host: Ensure that everyone’s glass is full and the snacks are equally distributed, as children may hesitate to take second helpings.

Games for Fun: As children like to talk less and play more so arrange few games for them. Detail some responsible person to make them enjoy, like an elder sibling. Food should be arranged on the table while the outdoor activities are in progress.

Organize your party well to see that magic smile you adore. Give your child a great birthday, and he won’t forget his gratitude in a hurry. Till it’s time to start planning for the next birthday…