For example, invite 4 children to the party of a 3 year old. Although parents often want to invite other adults to the child's birthday party, they should keep in mind that trying to maintain conversations with adult guests while also supervising the children can be overwhelming. If your party theme focuses on a favorite television or film character, they need not be expensive. Consider purchasing a paper tablecloth with the character printed on it and then add color-coordinated cups, plates, and napkins that are less expensive than those printed with the character. Seek out character printables or graphics on the Internet that you can use for decorations.
Older children can decorate plain paper bags with markers to use as their party favor bag.
Games and Activities For young children, avoid competitive games and make sure there are prizes for all the invited guests. Alternate quiet with active game activities, scheduling a quiet activity before the eating of cake and ice cream. With a small group, a parent may be able to easily guide the children through simple craft activities such as making paper tissue flowers. Simple games include a bean bag toss and musical chairs. A treasure hunt for items specially hidden according to the child's abilities to follow maps can also be a fun activity, with the treasure divided among the children.