Let's Party! You feel your pulse quicken and your palms begin to sweat. Your child's teacher has just asked you to plan a Halloween party for the class. You almost say, "NO," but you wanted to be viewed as a helpful parent so you reply, "Sure, I can do that." But you really don't have a clue about how to pull this off without embarrassing yourself and your child. Now help is here! Parties with Pizzazz is a new book that makes planning Halloween, Winter and Valentine parties exciting, interactive and most of all easy. With over 200 creative and unique ideas, Parties with Pizzazz is different in that it scripts a party from start to finish. The party begins by involving everyone in a large group activity called a mixer. Then, the students become involved in a team builder which separates them into small groups. Within these small groups, the students continue the party by creating crafts, playing games and making yummy treats. Although Parties with Pizzazz was written for classroom use, the activities can be used for a variety of children's celebrations.
Marci Mohan is a kindergarten teacher. She is a dedicated volunteer in her children's school and has organized and planned numerous elementary school parties. Parties with Pizzazz originated from the many ideas Marci has created over the years.
Jeanne Palmer is an elementary teacher. She co-founded Surprises Magazine, a children's educational publication, and served as publisher and editor for 10 years.
Peggy Simenson is an elementary teacher. She also co-founded Surprises Magazine and served as publisher and editor for 10 years.