![]() ![]() We let our children do the rest (to the extent of their abilities and interests). So the party hats we wear are those of a support staff: assistant producer, set designer, go-fer. Gerber suggested we trust children to be the writers, directors and lead actors of their play in order to maximize these opportunities for self-motivated learning, problem solving and creative expression. This let-the-kids-do-it-whenever-possible approach is reflective of child specialist Magda Gerber’s approach to children’s play, and creative projects (and just about anything else children are involved in). Who knows our child better than she does? I’ve found the surest way to do that is to let children take the reins as much as possible by inviting their active participation in every aspect of the event, beginning in the planning stages. The accomplishments of the first year of parenting are certainly worth celebrating! Generally, however, I appreciate parties geared toward creating a meaningful experience for the child. I can totally understand the desire to throw a big bash and invite every adult friend in our address book to celebrate a child’s first birthday. Here are the important lessons we’ve learned along the way: While a few of these celebrations were just okay, the majority were memorable. Over the past twenty-one years, my husband and I have thrown dozens of parties for our three children. ![]()
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