Kids Party Bag Ideas | Alternative Party Bags and Party Favours

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📘 Books as party favors encourage children to read and provide a calming activity after a high-energy party.

🏅 Medals and certificates make children feel involved and can provide a sense of achievement, possibly encouraging continued interest in the sport or activity.

📸 Instant print photos from the party with personalized notes can create a memorable keepsake for both the child and their parents.

💧 Personalized or themed water bottles are useful, eco-friendly, and can be filled with healthy treats instead of sweets.

🎨 Activity or coloring books related to the party's theme provide entertainment and can be more affordable than other party favors.

🎽 Personalized wristbands are a simple, popular, and cost-effective favor that kids enjoy.

🌎 When giving party favors, consider environmentally friendly options, such as paper bags instead of plastic, to be mindful of the environment.

🚫 Avoid giving away "tat," or cheap, disposable items that lack purpose and are likely to end up in the trash.

🎂 If serving cake or cupcakes, consider sending them home as a favor to save time during the party and provide a sweet end to the celebration.

Timestamped Summary

00:38 Introduces the topic of party bags and suggests making them more valuable to kids rather than full of sweets or cheap plastic toys.

02:09 Starts discussing six different party bag ideas, beginning with giving out books to encourage reading and calm kids down after a party.

04:23 Talks about medals and certificates as a way to reward kids and make them feel achieved without the need for sweets or unnecessary items.

05:27 Suggests including a photo from the day of the party as a personal keepsake for the children attending.

06:20 Recommends giving away reusable water bottles, which can be personalized, as a useful and environmentally friendly gift.

07:39 Mentions activity or coloring books related to sports or the theme of the party as another good party bag filler that won't go to waste.

08:14 Discusses the option of personalized wristbands as a party favor that children enjoy.

09:27 Concludes with additional ideas and considerations for party bags, like including a piece of cake or being mindful of the environment by avoiding plastic bags.

10:16 Wraps up the video by encouraging subscriptions and follows on social media, and invites viewers to reach out with questions.

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Q&A

What are party bags known as in America?

In America, they like to call them party favors.

What is the common issue parents find with the contents of party bags?

Parents often find that party bags are just full of rubbish, either full of sweets or little plastic toys that are a waste and bad for the environment.

What are some good books for kids that are activity or sport themed?

Some good books for kids that are activity or sport themed include "Flying Fergus" series by Chris Hoy, "Be Amazing: An Inspiring Guide to Being Your Own Champion" by Chris Hoy, "On Your Bike" by Chris Hoy, "Little People, Big Dreams" series, "Fall Off, Get Back On, Keep Going" by Clare Balding, and Mo Farah's children's books.

What is a thoughtful alternative to the typical party bag and why?

A thoughtful alternative to typical party bags is giving out books, as they encourage children to read and can help calm them down after a party. The books may serve as a reminder of the party if the birthday child writes a special thanks inside them.

Why might giving medals and certificates be a good idea for party bags?

Medals and certificates make children feel involved and like they've achieved something, which can contribute to their sense of accomplishment and encourage them to continue participating in sports.

What can be used instead of plastic party bags that's more environmentally friendly?

Paper bags can be used instead of plastic party bags since they are more environmentally friendly. They can be personalized and decorated, involving kids in a creative activity.

What other item, besides the typical sweets, can be included in the party bag?

An alternative to including sweets in party bags is giving out water bottles, which can be personalized, or including an activity, such as the party cake or cupcakes.