Obviously the answer to this depends on what kind of party you like.
For me, a party is about fun, interaction and making the birthday child feel like they are having the best time - EVER!
Children should be engaged from the moment they arrive, until they are picked up. They should have the opportunity to take time out from the lively activities if needed, but given every encouragement to join in when they want to, and made to feel welcome.
Party games should offer the safe and familiar, and also the little more challenging and new. There should be opportunities for winning, and for team games where laughter and working together enhances the fun.
At the end of the party, if party bags are given, they should provide more fun and excitement, without the dreaded sugar high. (Our party bags include one chocolate bar, toys, balloons and extras - depending on your choice of bag.)
PartyEase Portishead offers all of the above. Parachute games are becoming a favourite activity after the party tea, and younger children appreciate the chance to sit down, listen and participate in a story telling session, giving them respite from the excitement and activity.
As PartyEase Portishead officially launches on 25th October 2014, I am offering 10% off a party plan. (not including Party Bags.)
To claim your discount, just visit the PARTYEASE PORTISHEAD, and quote FBPEP01 in your details.
I'm looking forward to meeting you and your birthday child, and planning your party.
Sunday 19 October 2014
Tuesday 7 October 2014
Let's Get This Party Started!
Ellie is now 6, and celebrated with a PartyEase Party.
She was having a party for her whole class - 28 children aged 5 and 6 years old, and a couple of younger siblings. Her parents wanted a mixture of traditional games, but also a couple of inclusive games where nobody was 'out' and there were no winners or losers.
As an ex- primary school teacher until becoming a mother to my 4yr old and 2 yr old, and also as a Brownie Guide leader, I could draw upon my knowledge of games that children this age enjoy, and incorporate them into the party. The parents decided that they didn't want a Pass the Parcel, but were pleased that PartyEase supplies the prizes for the games we played.
Knowing that arriving at parties is often the time where children become over-excited, extra noisy and can be chaotic, I had organised a welcome activity where the children sat round the tea table, and with my trusty selection of crayons and stickers, created their own tablecloth for later on. I wish I'd taken a photo of all the Anna, Elsa and Olaf drawings, coupled with trucks, Power Rangers, and birthday messages in all colours of the rainbow. It was now time for the games.
We played a mixture of dancing games (musical chairs, bumps, statues etc- all favourites), team games with balloons (very tense, and also very noisy when the games included popping the balloons at the end of the games -this was the children's choice, we don't have to pop balloons...) The chocolate cake monkey team were declared the winners, and celebrated by jumping round making monkey noises, before falling to the ground for a relaxing game of Sleeping Lions. (Who knew that so many children could be so quiet at the same time?)
Party Tea was fantastic, with a wonderful cake based on Frozen, and 6 icy blue candles to blow out. I quickly gained the children's attention, and we sang a lively rendition of Happy Birthday, coupled with THREE CHEERS as Ellie blew all the candles out in one go.
There was time for another game after tea, before pick-up time, so I pulled out my trusty parachute, and we played Popcorn and Crocodiles. Watching the children slowly disappear under the parachute was very amusing - both for the adults and children. It also gave the adults a chance to join in the games with their children - something they all really enjoyed, and hadn't experienced at other parties.
Soon our two hours was up. The children all went home with their party bags, and smile on their face, chatting about what they had been up to. I tidied away my bits and pieces, and was handed a piece of cake!
It was a lovely surprise to receive an email just a few days later from Ellie's parents. (written her with their permission.)
"Dear Rachael,
Thank you for organising Ellie's party for us. Knowing that we were your first official clients was a little daunting for us, but your calm manner when discussing our requirements put us at ease.
We loved the quick and professional way you set up, chatting with us, and making us feel relaxed. The table activity was great! We didn't have to worry about tablecloths or children running riot.
The children loved your games, the way you chatted with them, and we still don't know how you managed to remember so many names! It was nice to be able to sit down and watch them have fun, knowing that you had their full attention and control. We also liked being able to join in with the parachute games - they are fun, and Ellie thought it was great to have us there too.
The best bit for us was your professional manner - the way you stayed focussed all through the party, until the last child had gone home - even helping us serve the party tea.
I would have no hesitation in recommending you to my friends. Your are amazing value for money, and Ellie has already said she wants you again next year.
Thank you again for providing a hassle-free party.Alice and John."
If this sounds like a great party for you, why don't you click on the link below to find out more.
She was having a party for her whole class - 28 children aged 5 and 6 years old, and a couple of younger siblings. Her parents wanted a mixture of traditional games, but also a couple of inclusive games where nobody was 'out' and there were no winners or losers.
As an ex- primary school teacher until becoming a mother to my 4yr old and 2 yr old, and also as a Brownie Guide leader, I could draw upon my knowledge of games that children this age enjoy, and incorporate them into the party. The parents decided that they didn't want a Pass the Parcel, but were pleased that PartyEase supplies the prizes for the games we played.
Knowing that arriving at parties is often the time where children become over-excited, extra noisy and can be chaotic, I had organised a welcome activity where the children sat round the tea table, and with my trusty selection of crayons and stickers, created their own tablecloth for later on. I wish I'd taken a photo of all the Anna, Elsa and Olaf drawings, coupled with trucks, Power Rangers, and birthday messages in all colours of the rainbow. It was now time for the games.
We played a mixture of dancing games (musical chairs, bumps, statues etc- all favourites), team games with balloons (very tense, and also very noisy when the games included popping the balloons at the end of the games -this was the children's choice, we don't have to pop balloons...) The chocolate cake monkey team were declared the winners, and celebrated by jumping round making monkey noises, before falling to the ground for a relaxing game of Sleeping Lions. (Who knew that so many children could be so quiet at the same time?)
Party Tea was fantastic, with a wonderful cake based on Frozen, and 6 icy blue candles to blow out. I quickly gained the children's attention, and we sang a lively rendition of Happy Birthday, coupled with THREE CHEERS as Ellie blew all the candles out in one go.
There was time for another game after tea, before pick-up time, so I pulled out my trusty parachute, and we played Popcorn and Crocodiles. Watching the children slowly disappear under the parachute was very amusing - both for the adults and children. It also gave the adults a chance to join in the games with their children - something they all really enjoyed, and hadn't experienced at other parties.
Soon our two hours was up. The children all went home with their party bags, and smile on their face, chatting about what they had been up to. I tidied away my bits and pieces, and was handed a piece of cake!
It was a lovely surprise to receive an email just a few days later from Ellie's parents. (written her with their permission.)
"Dear Rachael,
Thank you for organising Ellie's party for us. Knowing that we were your first official clients was a little daunting for us, but your calm manner when discussing our requirements put us at ease.
We loved the quick and professional way you set up, chatting with us, and making us feel relaxed. The table activity was great! We didn't have to worry about tablecloths or children running riot.
The children loved your games, the way you chatted with them, and we still don't know how you managed to remember so many names! It was nice to be able to sit down and watch them have fun, knowing that you had their full attention and control. We also liked being able to join in with the parachute games - they are fun, and Ellie thought it was great to have us there too.
The best bit for us was your professional manner - the way you stayed focussed all through the party, until the last child had gone home - even helping us serve the party tea.
I would have no hesitation in recommending you to my friends. Your are amazing value for money, and Ellie has already said she wants you again next year.
Thank you again for providing a hassle-free party.Alice and John."
If this sounds like a great party for you, why don't you click on the link below to find out more.
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