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So, your child is graduating from preschool. After wiping away the tears (yours, not your child's), what else is there to do but throw a party? After all, it is a pretty big deal when kids transition to kindergarten. Before you start reminiscing about the last few years, spend some time on a fun get-together dedicated to your little graduate. These preschool graduation celebration ideas show how simple and special it can be.
Banners are a great way to show how proud you are of your child. They declare to everyone that your child is has made his/her step into the next phase of school.
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Banners and garlands are standard décor at most any celebration. Make this one special by personalizing it with your preschooler’s name. He will love walking into a room and knowing the party is all about him. In addition to spelling out your child’s name, the banner can also show pictures that represent favorite preschool activities or things learned throughout the year.
- Make your own banner by printing out individual letters on sheets of colored cardstock. You can also use bought letters (or cut them out of patterned paper or fabric) glued on to pennant-shaped pieces of fabric.
- If you are not feeling crafty or simply do not have time, you can buy a handmade banner that is customized for the party and your child.
A snack supper may sound like an oxymoron, but really with young kids, what other kind of meal is there?
Since this preschool graduation celebration is all about the preschool graduates, serve food they love and find familiar. Try to mix in a few healthy alternatives to balance their not-so-good-for-you favorites. Choose store-bought goodies, take-out foods or make your own with these tasty treats.
- Apple wedges with peanut butter
- Cheese quesadillas
- Pizza pouches
- Veggies with dip
- Chicken nuggets
- Brownie cookies
- Rice krispies treats
Give the kids a treat for graduating -- try handing out a few party favors to congratulate them.
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Giving out favors for a preschool graduation party is not required. It is, however, a nice way to say thanks to everyone who came to celebrate this special day in your child’s life. Do not worry about giving out elaborate gifts. A small token featuring the preschool graduate is all you need.
- Attach wallet-size photographs of your child’s school picture to colored or patterned paper. Trim the paper leaving a small border around the photo as a frame.
- Buy individual-sized packs of your child’s favorite candy. Wrap them in a decorated bag tied with ribbon.
- For the graduate and her friends, give out small blank notebooks, crayons, stickers or other art supplies. Peruse dollar stores and discount bins at other stores for inexpensive choices; the kids will not mind!
E-I-E-I-Oh, so you're curious what to play for your preschooler and his/her friends? No fear, we have you covered.
The only entertainment you need at a preschool graduation party is a CD of favorite songs playing on repeat. The interactive, happy sounds of most little kids songs make everyone want to jump up and turn in circles. Maybe your child’s preschool teacher played the same music everyday to introduce different activities. If so, just buy a copy of that disc. Otherwise, just shop around for CDs featuring songs you know your child likes. Some classics include:
• Old McDonald Had a Farm
• Head and Shoulders
• The Wheels on the Bus
• The Alphabet Song
Of course, you cannot go wrong with a CD full of these classic preschool songs.
• Old McDonald Had a Farm
• Head and Shoulders
• The Wheels on the Bus
• The Alphabet Song
Of course, you cannot go wrong with a CD full of these classic preschool songs.
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