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This is a fun variation of "pass the parcel" which is suitable for even the youngest kids, and it has the advantage of not needing any prizes!
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Here are some tried and tested party games to get you started when you are planning a party for younger children. Our best tips for a successful party are:
We have more ideas for you to explore on our Quiet Party Games page, too.
This is a fun variation of "pass the parcel" which is suitable for even the youngest kids, and it has the advantage of not needing any prizes!
The Like A Dinosaur Game can be played with two or more children, and is suitable for large groups where you need to expend some of the children's energy! It is a particularly good classroom, group or party game for young children.
Often the first game that children learn to play at parties, this will always be a favourite.
Age: 3+
You will need:
Another favourite game with little kids, Musical Statues is easy to set up, fun to play, and ideal for small party venues. This game is often the most successful of the "musical" games, although it takes a little more preparation.
This is musical chairs with an exciting difference - very popular with younger kids!
Age: 3+
Preparation:
A favourite game with little kids, Musical Statues is easy to set up, fun to play, and ideal for small party venues.
Age: 3+
You will need:
This well-known classic birthday party game is a favorite with the younger age-group, although we have found that very young children don't understand that they need to pass the parcel on and have suffered an embarrassing tantrum or two as a result!
This is perfect for very young children and, although it can be played indoors, is best in the garden (yard). It is an excellent game to play when the children are beginning to get restless towards the end of the party, and will mean that the children find their own presents for a party bag.