Six Eco Friendly Kids Birthday Party Ideas
For a birthday party that's truly special, forget the big-budget blowouts and go for a memorable celebration that's healthy and includes a little hands-on learning while also cutting back on party costs. "You need to remember that it's not how elaborate the party is, it's how much fun the kids have," says Lynda Fassa, author of Green Babies, Sage Moms. From fair trade cloth party banners to delicious, healthful cakes, here's your guide to throwing an eco-fabulous birthday bash.
Great Tasting Treats Keep the menu simple, and stick with finger foods like mini sandwiches or veggie sticks with dip, it'll help reduce disposable utensil and tableware waste. From fair trade cloth party banners to delicious, healthful cakes, here's your guide to throwing a green birthday bash.
You're Invited Instead of conventional invitations, ask your guests to take part in in eco-friendly style with paperless, recycled, or plantable alternatives.
Green the Scene No birthday party is complete without festive decorations, but streamers and confetti always end up in the trash. Instead, look for reusable decor that can be shared with friends, as well as eco-friendly options for disposable items like banners and candles.
Now for the Fun Put together several fun hands-on crafts and cheap activities to keep guests entertained, like planting flowerpots, acting out a play, or old fashioned games like hide and seek.
Unwrap New Possibilities While you can't control what gifts your guests will bring, your invitations can gently suggest a more green gift-giving approach, like supporting a favorite charity, donating old items in place of new ones, or experiential gifts.
Cheap Eco-Friendly Birthdays No need to break the bank for your birthday party. Have your celebration at home or in a local outdoor space. You can also turn your party activity into a favor, or schedule the party in between meal times (only serving snacks).
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