A party with all the fancy decorations, the cute cake, balloons with writings on them, kids running around the pool on their speedo swimwear and the party clowns isn’t really something parents would normally give their teenage kids. If your mom or dad ever gave you this kind of party on your 13th birthday, you might not have enough dignity left to get you through college.
Kids today usually mature a little faster. Some kids at the age of 9 or 10 would even ask their parents for money instead of a party. Parents should understand that the whole superhero and Barbie theme no longer works.
To help bridge the gap between generations, a good idea is to set up a simple party – a simple party with fun meals. Kids today, and most teenagers, would really love to make their birthday parties a less formal and a lot more of a casual social gathering with friends.
A great and easy meal to prepare is something that can be eaten on the go. Things like tacos, burgers, food wraps, crepe and pizza. These meal choices are not only “in” but they’re also delicious and easy to prepare in huge amounts.
Another great idea is preparing pasta. It’s always classy and fits right in the middle of a party, no matter what time of the day you serve it. Pasta, like spaghetti, macaroni or lasagna, always gives a whole new character and mood to the atmosphere. Plus, the entire meal can all be done in one cooking, helping you save a lot of time.
Teens will always look for chips and soda, so make sure to have bowls filled with different kinds of chips all around the house and coolers with ice to keep all those canned drinks icy cold.
If you want to stay on the healthier side, a great alternative for chips would be a fine serving of sandwiches and cold cuts. A few sliced vegetables with a delicious sauce on the side or cheese with ham on toothpicks would also offer a more elegant and healthy choice for your kid’s guests.
It’s always fun to prepare things with your kids, but always consider their preferences before making decisions for them. This will not only make your bond a lot stronger, it would also make the whole birthday a more memorable experience for the both of you.