Draw or find pictures of a spyglass, and copy and number these for your tail . Use tape to 'pin tails'and the winner is the child who finds the island or comes closest. Costumes can include newspaper pirates hats or kerchiefs, eye patches, play swords or daggers, pretend hooks for hands, striped shirts, vests, jogging pants. Kids could come to the party dressed or you could dress them at the party as they arrive. Prizes or Favors could be gold candy coins, eye patches, plastic swords, tiny treasure chests filled with candy, spyglass or maybe kaleidoscopes.
Food is usual party fare.
A cake shaped like a pirate s ship, or the head of a pirate could be fun or a regular sheet cake decorated with a ship on the high seas, or pirates looking for treasure on the deserted island. Include dips and diggers, such as chips, crackers, pretzels, veggies or fruit. These salty treats are just right for the old salts on your guest list. The key is too use the food you want, but rename it to go with your theme. The next step is to send out theme related invitations, prepare everything, and get ready for a party that will surely bring lots of smiles.