plan the ultimate party: 1 week out

Finger foods work well for everyone. Children's favorites: chicken nuggets, fun-shaped sandwiches, pizza, and juice boxes. Adult favorites: mini-wraps, fruit kabobs, cheese and crudités platters, individual waters, sodas, and coffee.

If scheduling a food delivery, arrange for food to arrive the day before the party.

Search the Nick Jr. Recipe Finder for the perfect kids party food.

Have a disposable camera on hand just in case.

Make sure your First Aid Kit is fully stocked.

Use Nick Jr.'s First Aid Checklist as a guide.

Classical music creates a nice tone for the onset of a party. It's conducive for conversation and doesn't overexcite the children.

Play your child's favorites during refreshment time.

The Nick Jr. Gift Guide features lists of popular kids music.