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Sleep-overs have always been a popular party ideas. Whether it's a backyard camp out or sleeping bags on the playroom floor, there's a special feeling to sharing late night laughs that makes for a great social gathering.

Slumber party planning & activities

Typical slumber party activities include traditional pillow fights, a hair brushing session, practicing the latest dance steps, a karaoke contest, or even a scary movie marathon!

Be sure to have plenty of easy-serve food (a pizza party is best) along with a fun breakfast menu planned for the following morning. Also consider having an extra supply of combs, brushes and toothbrushes on hand in case any of your young guests forgets to bring them!

If you're planning for very young guests, always include an option for last minute changes. Staying away from mommy for a night may be exciting in theory, but the reality may more than many tiny tots can handle. If you are planning for tweens or teens, make sure to chaperone. Just an occasional entry to deliver snacks can let you keep an eye on the young adults while respecting their need for independence.

More about slumber party ideas around the Web:

Whether you're planning your first slumber party bash for the kids, or a casual teen sleepover, take a look around the Web for some interesting, fun ideas, complete with tips and how-to's on hosting memorable slumber party games, activities, food and recipes, as well as age-appropriate invitations, goodie bags and more...

Slumber Party Ideas - Just what it says, with how to's and suggestions for slumber party games, snacks, breakfast ideas, and activities for younger kids.

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Slumber Party Ideas, Slumber Party Games - Suggestions for invitations, decorations, food and snacks, favors and goodie bags, and game instructions for the sleeping bag game, scavenger hunt, and movie trivia game. Another good suggestion here for kids who don't want to sleep over - have a pajama party where they get picked up at bedtime in their pjs!

Slumber party games for little kids! - Sleeping bag race, pass the pillow, a pajama party version of musical chairs - with a comic twist - musical sleeping bags and more group games and activities - and the best part is that it's just a pretend pajama party for those kids who are not ready for a night away from home...

Sassy Slumber Party Ideas - Quick ideas for party fun and team-building from Varsity.com, with the focus on group games and activities.

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