Teddy bears! Just saying those words out loud brings thoughts of
warmth, fun, cuddles and joy! Children absolutely love stuffed animals
and the teddy bear has been a favorite of children of all ages for
almost a hundred years when the idea first took hold in both Germany
and in the United States. And then when President Roosevelt used a bear
as his mascot for his re-election bid a few years later, the craze took
off even more!
Collectors’ purchases of teddy bears in the United States alone
reaches almost a half a million dollars per year and that is not even
including purchases by children and others just for the fun of it! It’s
an amazing thing - and no wonder. Teddy Bears are just plain cute!
So why not consider incorporating a stuffed animal bear or
other stuffed animal in your child’s next birthday party celebration.
There are so many options and using teddy bears and other fun stuffed
critters make for easy decor as well as activities and other fun for
the kids.
Here are six great and easy ideas for incorporating teddy bears into your next birthday party:
The Teddy Bear Tea Party - Simply have all the guests bring
their favorite stuffed animal and go all out with a fun tea party,
complete with scones, dipped strawberries and other fun treats. And of
course, don’t forget the tea!
A Teddy Bear Fashion Show - break out the scarves and other
scrap material as well as some baby or doll clothes along with jewelry,
beads, accessories etc and let the guests dress up their teddy bears.
Take a lot of photos and make a “runway” with your dining room table
for the guests to show off their dressed bears.
The Teddy Bear slumber party - Jammies, sleeping bags and teddy
bears. Serve Pizza, put on a fun movie or play some board games and
you’re done. It doesn’t get any easier than that!
Teddy Bear Picnic - This is great for indoors or out so don’t
limit yourself to the summer months. If your child’s birthday falls in
winter, just crank up the heat in the house, lay out a gingham blanket
and enjoy!
Make your own Teddy Bear - visit the local mall store or hire
in a make your own stuffed animal entertainer. Each guest will make
their own stuffed animal so it can be the entertainment and the take
home gift all in one!
6. Give a teddy to a child in need - have the focus of your
birthday party be on giving and have the kids make the bear like above
but then bring all the made bears to a local shelter or hospital
children’s ward to share the love.
The fun thing about teddy bears is that it’s so great for all
different ages. From toddlers to teens to seniors, they all love them.
So consider the teddy bear for your child’s next birthday
party! You’ll create great memories, have fun and it will also be one
of the easiest parties to put together. Enjoy!
About The Author
Annette Yen is the party expert at
http://www.noahsarkworkshop.com/annetteyen34 and
http://www.FunEvents4Girls.com. Sign up for her free birthday club and get great party tips when you visit her website today.
