Giving a pajama party is really not much different from other parties but there are some crucial things to keep in mind. The Pajama Party is much longer! This may seem really obvious but the added hours of entertaining will require additional planning. All of the things that the shorter party requires is multiplied by the length of time that the Slumber Party guests will be attending.

Pajama party menus need to include easy breakfast items as well as midnight snacks. Paper party supplies can be themed or simply festive depending on the interests of the children invited. Let their interests determine whether to buy basketball themed party supplies or those featuring cartoon characters. Decorations don't need to be as elaborate as they are with a birthday party but there does need to be more paper cups, plates, napkins, and plastic flatware since more food will be consumed.

Consider the increased volume of snack foods eaten while late night Slumber Partiers' are watching those scary movies. Snack bowls in the same pattern as the basic party theme or simply in coordinating colors will prevent wear and tear on the good china.

Try to make sure the home is even more child proof than usual. Night

lights can prevent falls in the night and make children feel more secure away from home. Stock hand towels and wash cloths in a basket or simply stack them in plain view. It's a good idea to keep extra blankets and linens easily accessible as well. Try buying a supply of basic toiletry samples to place on the bathroom vanity in an organizer for the forgetful.

Finally, if grade school or younger children are invited you will need accurate and detailed contact information for each of them. If there is an emergency it may be impossible to contact out of town guardians for necessary medical permission.

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