How to : Play children's party games

00:25 It is important to consider the age group of the children and plan age-appropriate games. For mixed age groups, consider planning activities for each group or choose middle-of-the-road games.

01:01 The classic party game of "Pin the Tail on the Donkey" is a beloved game. Players take turns blindfolded, trying to pin a tail on the donkey's appropriate spot. The player who pins it closest is the winner. You can buy ready-made versions or make a homemade one using poster board or printables from the internet.

02:08 Musical Chairs is a game that requires chairs or mats and music. Players walk in a circle around the chairs while music plays. When the music stops, players race to sit on an available chair. One chair is always removed each round and the game continues until there is only one player left.

03:17 Hot Potato is another simple game involving music. Players sit in a circle and pass a potato around while music plays. When the music stops, whoever is holding the potato is out.

03:47 Scavenger Hunt is a game loved by older kids. Divide the children into two teams or let them play individually. Give each child or team a list of items they must find around the house or outside. The first one to bring back all the items wins. Adapt the game to fit your party's theme.

05:11 Dancing games like the Chicken Dance and the Limbo are always fun to do at parties. The Chicken Dance involves dancing like a chicken and the Limbo requires players to dance under a stick that is lowered for each additional round.

06:06 Outdoor games like the egg spoon race, three-legged race, and balloon toss can be played if your party is held outdoors. In the egg spoon race, players must run to the finish line while holding an egg on a spoon. If the egg drops, they must go back and start over. Adapt the games to fit your theme.

07:11 Try to make sure everyone is a winner by handing out prizes or goodie bags to everyone at the end of the party, especially with young children who may not understand the concept of having one winner.