by Pottery Barn

Kids won't sit still for long, so the best party food for the under-twelve crowd is finger-food. Keep healthy, age-appropriate snacks and water within reach at all times for those frequently needed energy boosts. Cake and ice cream with a decorative candle is an easy way to serve little kids a special birthday treat. To make the birthday treat extra special for big kids, create a serve-yourself ice cream sundae bar – complete with chocolate syrup and rainbow sprinkles – or a decorate-your-own cupcake station.