Stacy1889
My son is turing one next month and we are throwing him a party. We are planning to have atleast 10 kids most under the age of 5.... what kinds of things could I come up with to keep them entertained so theyre not bored an getting into trouble?
I was thinking about having a table with coloring books and paper so they can color and things like that. Along with having tons of toys in the play room for them. Anything else?
Answer
-Yes a table of crayons with coloring books,
-a few old cookie sheets with some unscented shave cream (mens) and some finger paints put a small squirt of mens shave cream on one corner of the tray and the small amt. any color of finger paint in another corner of the tray and let the kids draw in the mix. You could even go to a dollar store and get aluminum cookie sheet trays for like 4/ $3 type of thing. The shallow trays and just keep washing them out with a garden hose. Adult supervision is required. let the moms know to have the kids wear old clothing. Lots of paper towels and wet ones and just let the kids enjoy squishing it between their fingers. Its a great tactile experience for all the little kids to enjoy and they will have fun while learning and discovering new things about their world!
-A kid sized plastic slide, a few xlarge bouncy balls and just let the kids play with those
-play dough and cookie cut outs are always fun. You can go online and look up how to make your own playdough. Keeping in mind that it will be a bit time consuming to make. And you will need some baking ingredience so just be prepared for all this otherwise a boat load of play dough for all.
-A bunch of toys that maybe lying around your house like little bikes, blocks, trucks, books that are age appropriate will always do just fine as well and just set up a gated area for them to all play in at some point. That way the moms and dads will have some time to relax themselves.
- Not sure if its warm year round where you live but if it is you can get a kiddie pool and fill it up a bit and float plastic boats and just let the kids play that way. Another adult supervision activity as well. As you will already know.
-Guess whats in the box yet another tactile game-You get a small card board box and wrap it in chrismas wrapping paper or birthday paper tape up the box and cut a small square hole on the top big enough for the child to put his hand in. You have to put objects in the box and have them guess what they pick up but no peaking :) If they guess right they get a sticker or any small age appropriate prize. Some items you can put in the box could include a crayon, toy cars, feathers, coins, popcorn pieces, paint brushes, sponges, paper clips etc.
A one yr. olds attention span isnt very long as you know already so just keep some of these fun activites on hand. Dont expect every kid to enjoy every activity its just not possible but like i said before lots of toys if you cant provide the listed activites above will do just fine.
-Yes a table of crayons with coloring books,
-a few old cookie sheets with some unscented shave cream (mens) and some finger paints put a small squirt of mens shave cream on one corner of the tray and the small amt. any color of finger paint in another corner of the tray and let the kids draw in the mix. You could even go to a dollar store and get aluminum cookie sheet trays for like 4/ $3 type of thing. The shallow trays and just keep washing them out with a garden hose. Adult supervision is required. let the moms know to have the kids wear old clothing. Lots of paper towels and wet ones and just let the kids enjoy squishing it between their fingers. Its a great tactile experience for all the little kids to enjoy and they will have fun while learning and discovering new things about their world!
-A kid sized plastic slide, a few xlarge bouncy balls and just let the kids play with those
-play dough and cookie cut outs are always fun. You can go online and look up how to make your own playdough. Keeping in mind that it will be a bit time consuming to make. And you will need some baking ingredience so just be prepared for all this otherwise a boat load of play dough for all.
-A bunch of toys that maybe lying around your house like little bikes, blocks, trucks, books that are age appropriate will always do just fine as well and just set up a gated area for them to all play in at some point. That way the moms and dads will have some time to relax themselves.
- Not sure if its warm year round where you live but if it is you can get a kiddie pool and fill it up a bit and float plastic boats and just let the kids play that way. Another adult supervision activity as well. As you will already know.
-Guess whats in the box yet another tactile game-You get a small card board box and wrap it in chrismas wrapping paper or birthday paper tape up the box and cut a small square hole on the top big enough for the child to put his hand in. You have to put objects in the box and have them guess what they pick up but no peaking :) If they guess right they get a sticker or any small age appropriate prize. Some items you can put in the box could include a crayon, toy cars, feathers, coins, popcorn pieces, paint brushes, sponges, paper clips etc.
A one yr. olds attention span isnt very long as you know already so just keep some of these fun activites on hand. Dont expect every kid to enjoy every activity its just not possible but like i said before lots of toys if you cant provide the listed activites above will do just fine.
Top Attractions in California? 10 points?
Q. I am Thinking to Travelling to CA on a vacation , Is Los Angeles the best Part of California?
and what's the top tourist attractions there?
Thanks very much.
Any answers would be appreciated.
and what's the top tourist attractions there?
Thanks very much.
Any answers would be appreciated.
Answer
There are literally hundreds of things to do here in LA. Here is my list of âmust seesâ for families with kids. Visit as many as you have time for.:
Disneyland: The Happiest Place on Earth. Half a billion visitors canât be wrong. #1 Destination.
Universal Studios: A theme park that grew out of a studio tour. #2 Destination.
Even if you donât visit Disneyland or Universal Studios Tour, Downtown Disney District and Universal City Walk are very fun places to visit for shopping and eating. And theyâre free to visit. If youâre adventurous, try the indoor skydiving (www.iflyhollywood.com). Itâs a blast!
Hollywood: Hollywood Boulevard is ready for its close-up, thanks to years of urban renewal and renovation. Most kids wonât really like the Walk of Fame or Chinese Theater, but they might enjoy the people dressed in costume who stand in front of the Chinese Theater. They will pose with you or the kids, and expect tip money. Right across the street is the El Capitan theater, which was restored to its former glory, is owned by Disney and shows Disney movies.
Other theme parks include Knottâs Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain, which are both more geared towards the fast-ride teen crowd.
Olvera Street/Union Station: Olvera Street is the birthplace of LA, and it emphasizes our Mexican heritage. In addition to the Avila Adobe (oldest building in LA), you can eat at some pretty good Mexican Restaurants, do a little shopping, and taste a churro. If you donât want to go to Tijuana, this is as close as it gets without going there. Union Station has great architecture from a bygone age. Also, you are 2 blocks from Phillippeâs (see below).
Santa Monica Beach and Pier: Great beach scene and a classic seaside amusement park, complete with antique carousel that has been in a lot of TV and movies. (The Sting and "Three's Company" come immediately to mind).Bubba Gump Shrimp Company right on the pier. Kids love the rides on the pier, and the games. Or just playing in the sand.
Griffith Park - Home of the Los Angeles Zoo, Griffith Park Observatory, Travel Town, the Greek Theatre, Pony Rides and Griffith Park Railroad, Merry-Go-Round, and Gene Autry Museum of Western Heritage. While the zoo is not as good as San Diego Zoo, it is still good, and enough to entertain most kids. The Pony Rides and railroad are for the younger kids. Travel Town is a rail museum where youâre not SUPPOSED to climb on the engines, but kids have been ignoring those signs for 40 years. The recently renovated Observatory is a lot of fun. Or you can just play in one of the picnic areas in the park. There are plenty of toys to play on.
Los Angeles Science Center: A favorite museum for kids for over 40 years. Exposition Park, by the Coliseum.
Discovery Science Center, Santa Ana: The big cube right next to I-5, exit Main St.
Los Angeles Childrenâs Museum: Located in the Hansen Dam Recreation Area, currently under construction. Original location near the music Center is closed.
La Brea Tar Pits/Paige Museum: What kid doesnât like dinosaur exhibits?
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach: Lots of fun marine exhibits for kids to explore. And the mac and cheese at Bubba Gumpâs across the street is good, too.
Legoland, Carlsbad: This is more of a San Diego attraction, but kids 10 and under generally love it.
Places to Stay:
Since LA is so spread out, there is no single place that is close to EVERYTHING. Most people who come here tend to stay in Hollywood, Santa Monica, or Anaheim. In Hollywood, I recommend the Orchid Suites, Hollywood Celebrity Hotel, or Holiday Inn Walk of Fame, all near Hollywood and Highland. In Santa Monica, the Holiday Inn Santa Monica is close to the pier and reasonably priced. In Anaheim, I recommend the Howard Johnson (HoJo) Anaheim, and the Candy Cane Inn. There is also a nice place in Burbank called the Best Western Media Center, very close to Warner, NBC, and Universal Studios.
Places to eat:
In-N-Out Burger: Multiple locations, best burger in LA, ask anyone.
Pinkâs Hot Dogs: 709 N. La Brea, just north of Melrose. You might even see a celebrity. Maybe.
Tommyâs Chili Burgers: Look for the shack, an LA tradition. The original location is at Beverly & Rampart, a couple miles west of downtown.
Canterâs Deli: 419 N. Fairfax, between Beverly & Melrose. Near CBS, you might spot a celebrity.
Phillippeâs: 1001 N. Alameda. Great roast beef sandwiches. Near Union Station and Olvera Street. Watch the mustard, itâs hot.
Titoâs Tacoâs: Voted best tacos in LA, even though itâs in Culver City. King Taco is a good alternate if you can deal with East LA.
The Pantry: Corner of Figueroa and 9th, downtown. Huge portions, they never close, GREAT steak and eggs.
Medieval Times and/or Pirateâs Dinner Adventure: Dinner and an adventure show, both are on Beach Blvd in Buena Park, you get to eat with your hands.
There are literally hundreds of things to do here in LA. Here is my list of âmust seesâ for families with kids. Visit as many as you have time for.:
Disneyland: The Happiest Place on Earth. Half a billion visitors canât be wrong. #1 Destination.
Universal Studios: A theme park that grew out of a studio tour. #2 Destination.
Even if you donât visit Disneyland or Universal Studios Tour, Downtown Disney District and Universal City Walk are very fun places to visit for shopping and eating. And theyâre free to visit. If youâre adventurous, try the indoor skydiving (www.iflyhollywood.com). Itâs a blast!
Hollywood: Hollywood Boulevard is ready for its close-up, thanks to years of urban renewal and renovation. Most kids wonât really like the Walk of Fame or Chinese Theater, but they might enjoy the people dressed in costume who stand in front of the Chinese Theater. They will pose with you or the kids, and expect tip money. Right across the street is the El Capitan theater, which was restored to its former glory, is owned by Disney and shows Disney movies.
Other theme parks include Knottâs Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain, which are both more geared towards the fast-ride teen crowd.
Olvera Street/Union Station: Olvera Street is the birthplace of LA, and it emphasizes our Mexican heritage. In addition to the Avila Adobe (oldest building in LA), you can eat at some pretty good Mexican Restaurants, do a little shopping, and taste a churro. If you donât want to go to Tijuana, this is as close as it gets without going there. Union Station has great architecture from a bygone age. Also, you are 2 blocks from Phillippeâs (see below).
Santa Monica Beach and Pier: Great beach scene and a classic seaside amusement park, complete with antique carousel that has been in a lot of TV and movies. (The Sting and "Three's Company" come immediately to mind).Bubba Gump Shrimp Company right on the pier. Kids love the rides on the pier, and the games. Or just playing in the sand.
Griffith Park - Home of the Los Angeles Zoo, Griffith Park Observatory, Travel Town, the Greek Theatre, Pony Rides and Griffith Park Railroad, Merry-Go-Round, and Gene Autry Museum of Western Heritage. While the zoo is not as good as San Diego Zoo, it is still good, and enough to entertain most kids. The Pony Rides and railroad are for the younger kids. Travel Town is a rail museum where youâre not SUPPOSED to climb on the engines, but kids have been ignoring those signs for 40 years. The recently renovated Observatory is a lot of fun. Or you can just play in one of the picnic areas in the park. There are plenty of toys to play on.
Los Angeles Science Center: A favorite museum for kids for over 40 years. Exposition Park, by the Coliseum.
Discovery Science Center, Santa Ana: The big cube right next to I-5, exit Main St.
Los Angeles Childrenâs Museum: Located in the Hansen Dam Recreation Area, currently under construction. Original location near the music Center is closed.
La Brea Tar Pits/Paige Museum: What kid doesnât like dinosaur exhibits?
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach: Lots of fun marine exhibits for kids to explore. And the mac and cheese at Bubba Gumpâs across the street is good, too.
Legoland, Carlsbad: This is more of a San Diego attraction, but kids 10 and under generally love it.
Places to Stay:
Since LA is so spread out, there is no single place that is close to EVERYTHING. Most people who come here tend to stay in Hollywood, Santa Monica, or Anaheim. In Hollywood, I recommend the Orchid Suites, Hollywood Celebrity Hotel, or Holiday Inn Walk of Fame, all near Hollywood and Highland. In Santa Monica, the Holiday Inn Santa Monica is close to the pier and reasonably priced. In Anaheim, I recommend the Howard Johnson (HoJo) Anaheim, and the Candy Cane Inn. There is also a nice place in Burbank called the Best Western Media Center, very close to Warner, NBC, and Universal Studios.
Places to eat:
In-N-Out Burger: Multiple locations, best burger in LA, ask anyone.
Pinkâs Hot Dogs: 709 N. La Brea, just north of Melrose. You might even see a celebrity. Maybe.
Tommyâs Chili Burgers: Look for the shack, an LA tradition. The original location is at Beverly & Rampart, a couple miles west of downtown.
Canterâs Deli: 419 N. Fairfax, between Beverly & Melrose. Near CBS, you might spot a celebrity.
Phillippeâs: 1001 N. Alameda. Great roast beef sandwiches. Near Union Station and Olvera Street. Watch the mustard, itâs hot.
Titoâs Tacoâs: Voted best tacos in LA, even though itâs in Culver City. King Taco is a good alternate if you can deal with East LA.
The Pantry: Corner of Figueroa and 9th, downtown. Huge portions, they never close, GREAT steak and eggs.
Medieval Times and/or Pirateâs Dinner Adventure: Dinner and an adventure show, both are on Beach Blvd in Buena Park, you get to eat with your hands.
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