Five "Make and Eat" Ideas For A Kids Parties

Parents tend to be terrified at the thought of planning a party for their child. Thoughts of children getting bored, not getting the right kind (or amount) of food and just making everything look like a mess come to mind which is why parents sometime opt for cookie-cutter parties at food places. But the thing is, it is possible to not spend too much and still have the children enjoy a party. 

Below are 5 “make and eat” ideas that will help the children get their hands busy, have fun learning/making something and eating it too. And as a bonus, you can even showcase their designs and have grown-up guests be “judges”. Of course, all of them should get a prize for their great efforts.

1. Cookie or cupcake decorating workshop

Decorating a cupcake or cookie is probably the most popular way of getting kids involved in something that they eat. It is pretty easy to set-up too.

Prepare a table with the following:

• Ready-made cookies or cupcakes (cooled)
• Frosting
• Sprinkles, chocolate chips
• Child-safe utensils
• aprons

2. Pizza making workshop

Pizza is not a really a junk food. Having a pizza making workshop is a great fun opportunity for bounce house rentals North Port FL to learn about the different food groups that go into such a yummy pizza. Have the ingredients prepared beforehand so all the children have to do is assemble. If you have older ones coming, they could try their hand at making dough as well. Making the children wear aprons and chef’s hat adds to the feel of it too. You can give the children cookie-cutters for the pepperoni and ham if they want added shapes on their pizza. As a bonus, you can give a prize to the best pizza decoration, the most vegetables or even the best one at following your instructions. Really, the categories are up to you.

3. Snow Cone Color and Taste Contest

Children love snow cones. Making snow cones can be a great sensory activity for young children. It’s a cool way for them to learn about and play with colors and tastes. Rent a snow cone concessionaire, introduce the children to the colors and flavors and let them mix away. Or you can even have children take turns at the “snow cone shop” as pretend vendors.

4. Bento box or food plating contest

Older children who are looking for more food fun can enjoy. Give them ample time to plan and prepare ingredients for them to use. You can even ask for them to work in pairs of teams. For added value, you can talk a little bit about nutrition and healthy food does not have to be boring. The extra perk? After your party at home, your young guests can prepare their own snacks at home.