Where and how to celebrate a child's 10th birthday

Do you want to organize a cool party for your child in honor of his first anniversary? Our Sea of ​​Joy team has prepared more than 70 interesting ideas for you. We have been organizing holidays for 7 years; stars, large companies and simply caring parents trust us with their events. If you want to order a turnkey birthday party, please contact us by phone or leave a request on the website. And if you want to organize a holiday yourself, read our article. We will tell you in detail about holiday ideas for girls and boys

Scenarios, games and competitions for children's birthday 10 years

Do you want to prepare a party for your child yourself? We have prepared 22 interesting ideas for Games and competitions for you. You can easily do them yourself

• Comic Labyrinth

A labyrinth is created in the room using a long rope that is attached to different surfaces. The task is to create a labyrinth where the participant, while passing, needs to sit down somewhere and step somewhere. One participant from each team is selected, they must remember how the ropes are located, then they are blindfolded. The main task of the players is to get to the finish line as quickly as possible with the help of their assistant, who prompts by voice. At the moment of passing, the number of times the rope is touched is recorded. The one who touches the maze the least wins

• crooked path

It is necessary to create a curved path on the floor. It can be outlined with chalk or bright long ribbons. The participants' task is to walk the path from beginning to end, always looking at their feet through inverted binoculars.

• Rope

Teams are given a rope. The participants' task is to pull it through the sleeves of all participants faster than their opponents.

• Big hoop.

Children are divided into teams. Each team stands in a circle. The participants' task is to pass the hoop through the entire team without opening their hands. Each participant must pass their body through the hoop. The team that completes the task faster wins.

• Feather.

Guests are divided into two teams. Each participant is given a plastic straw. The team's task is to pass the feather to each other through a straw. You cannot use your hands.

• Sea wolf

Teams are asked to tie five tight knots in the rope. When the first part of the task is completed, it is proposed to untie these knots. The team that can untie the knots faster wins.

• "Ribbon Pair"

The presenter invites 6 couples (girls and boys). All participants stand in a circle around the leader and take in their hands the end of one of the ribbons that is in his hand. The presenter tangles the ribbons in advance so that they are difficult to untangle. At a signal, the presenter releases the tangled ribbons and the task of the pairs is to untangle their ribbon as quickly as possible.

• duck goose

All participants stand in a circle and put their hands on each other's shoulders. The presenter says “duck or goose” in each child’s ear. Next, the Presenter tells the rules: if he says duck, then everyone who belongs to the ducks tucks up one leg, and when a goose speaks, then those who belong to the geese tucks up two legs. A happy heap is guaranteed for you).

• Web

Children are given a ball of woolen thread and tasked with weaving a web around the room, attaching the thread to different objects. The presenter controls this process so that it is then possible to actually pass through the woven web. After the web is woven, each child tries to walk through without touching a single thread.

• Small box

One participant comes out from each team. They receive a large box with the same set of things. The participant’s task is to put all the things in the box and close it with a lid as quickly as possible. Each new participant is given a smaller box, and there are more items. The team that puts all the things together faster and better wins.

• Bank robbery

Teams are given two large transparent jars with money. You can put banknotes of the same or different currencies in the jar. The children's task is to calculate how much money, translated into Russian rubles, is in the bank. The team that names the number closest to the answer wins.

• Well-known saying.

Teams are given several Whatman papers, markers and cards with sayings. The participants’ task is to draw a saying so that the audience can guess it.

• Erudite.

Each participant chooses a card at random with 10 rare words written on the back. The card may say: “role”, “apogee”, “a priori”, “architect”, “investment”. Children need to be told what each word means. The team that explains the most words wins.

• Famous picture

The players are shown a picture that is covered with a shield with a hole, the diameter of which is 2-4 cm. The presenter moves the shield around the picture, so that the participants can only see a small episode in the hole. The task of the teams is to guess faster than their opponents what kind of picture or cartoon character is depicted.

• Suitcase of interesting things

The presenter tells the participants that he is going on a trip and needs to pack a suitcase of special things. Children take turns naming objects, and the leader says whether he needs it or not. The task of the participants is to guess by what criterion the selection is made. For example, only fruits, or things starting with the letter “a”, or things starting with the player’s name are taken.

• Capital letters

Teams are given sets with capital letters. Letters can be drawn on cardboard. Each child should be assigned their own letter. Next, the teams are asked a question. The task of the teams is to arrange the word “answer” in the correct order. The team that gives the most correct answers wins.

• Puzzles

The presenter selects several mathematical problems with matches in advance. The teams are given the conditions of the tasks on the table. You can use regular or fireplace matches. Teams must solve their puzzles faster than their opponents.

• What kind of fruit?

Team captains are blindfolded. Their task is to guess what he is trying now. For this competition, you need to prepare plates with pieces of different fruits, vegetables and sweets in advance. The winner is the team whose captain correctly and quickly guesses all the food.

• The smile of the Mona Lisa

Children are given cards on which the characters they must portray are drawn or photographed. Next, each child walks down the catwalk in an appropriate look. At the moment the child passes, the character that the child is copying can be displayed on the big screen, so that all viewers can appreciate the artistic talent. The most artistic team wins.

• Impromptu theater

Each participant is given a card on which is written the state that the child must portray. The card might say: you have a toothache, you got wet in the rain, your eye itches, something heavy fell on your leg, a tiger is chasing you, a wasp is flying around you, your trousers are falling down, you are playing football, you ran 10 km, you have an appointment with the dentist. The task of each participant is to read a famous poem, taking into account the condition that is written on his card.

• "Dance with Fans"

This competition can be held only for girls or for all guests. Each person is given a fan and a feather. The participant's task while dancing to Korean music is to keep the feather in flight, and the feather should not fall to the floor. The participant whose feather falls last wins.

• Van Gogh's masterpiece.

Prepare 2 canvases with the outlines of the painting or buy ready-made “painting by numbers” kits. The team's task is to paint a picture faster than the opposing team. We advise you not to take too complex or large paintings. It is important that the painting takes no more than 30 minutes to complete. You can involve parents in the process, so the drawing process will go faster and more fun. And the resulting paintings will remain for the birthday boy as a keepsake of his birthday.

Options that require preparation

It is not always possible to celebrate a fun birthday for a 10-12 year old child outside the home. Therefore, many celebrate the holiday within their own walls. What should parents consider who are thinking about how to celebrate their teenage child’s birthday on their own?

• Firstly, if you plan to invite both relatives and peers of the birthday boy, we advise you to divide the celebration into separate hours or days. Children - at one time, relatives - at another.
• Secondly, take care of the menu for the birthday of a 10-12 year old teenager. Keep in mind that children at this age will not sit at the table for a long time, so it is better if you organize a buffet with a lot of tartlets, sandwiches, fruit and vegetable slices. Make sure there are plenty of drinks.
• Thirdly, consider what you will bet on: the activity or calmness of the children. We offer you several ideas on how you can celebrate the birthday of a 10-12 year old child at home.

Quest

A quest (“search”) is a kind of game in which you need to go through certain stages in order to receive either a birthday present or another present (for example, a cake). It is important for organizers to select tasks that guests can do and think through the route in advance.

If you have a lot of guests, you can divide them into teams; if there are few, each participant can play separately.

You can conduct a quest for the birthday of a child 10-12 years old both in the house and outside it. Teens should enjoy the search, where the prize will have to be searched throughout the city. The agency can help you organize a large-scale quest; if this is not possible, think about everything yourself. It's not as difficult as it might seem.

Examples of quest tasks can be found on the Internet.

Theme parties

Teenagers at this age really love themed parties. But you won’t be interested in the fairy-tale theme of teenagers. They want to show that they are already adults, so the theme of the parties should be adult.

Here's what you can offer your 10-12 year old child for his birthday:

• Party in MINECRAFT style. This is a very popular computer game among teenagers. Think about the design of the room where you will hold the holiday, as well as competitions and entertainment.
• Pirate Party.
• Pirate party is popular at any age. Go with your children on a treasure hunt. Children will have fun while completing various tasks.
• Party on wheels. Sympaty.net found the idea of ​​celebrating a birthday by renting a limousine interesting. You can tour all the sights in the city in a limousine. Immediately discuss with the driver where you will need to stop and how long you will need to wait until the children have some fun. As one review says, renting a car is no more expensive than renting in a cafe. 16 children can ride in a limousine at once. You will have not only a fun birthday for children 10-12 years old, but also an unusual one.
• Horror themed party (vampire party). If you have the opportunity to rent a mini-hotel with several rooms, that would be great! The essence of the party is that children follow the plot and open rooms of fear, where different heroes are waiting for them - vampires, cannibals, etc. After completing all stages, children can go to the disco.
• The theme of a birthday party for a 10-12 year old teenager can be related to some movie that the teenager likes. Girls might be interested in a fashion show or pajama party. Boys can have a football party or a Wild West-themed party.

Organize and hold a child's birthday party on a turnkey basis

Do you want to completely entrust your event to the Sea of ​​Joy team? We will be happy to create a bright and fashionable holiday for your child! To do this, contact our wizards and tell us about your ideas.

What is included in organizing a turnkey children's party:

• site selection
• menu coordination
• food control on site or turnkey catering
• scenery and site design
• candy bar and cake
• guest meeting program
• interactive program
• show program
• creative program
• Technical equipment
• attractions and special effects
• photo and video shooting
• project manager

First anniversary!

10 years is the first serious anniversary that a child consciously celebrates. This is such a boundary between childhood and adolescence.

The child has already fully formed habits; he is already practically an adult.

This means that you need to approach the celebration responsibly. And if earlier you relied more on your instincts in decorating the holiday, now it’s a good idea to involve the birthday boy himself in preparing the event.

Firstly, he will also be pleased to take part. Secondly, it will give it its own significance. He will take the preparation very seriously, which means he will remember his birthday for the rest of his life. The question is - where to celebrate so that both the guests feel comfortable and the children have fun?

Whom to invite?

An integral part of any celebration are guests. Relatives and close friends will come to congratulate the little birthday boy. But do not forget that the most interesting thing for a child is to spend time with peers. Think in advance with your son or daughter who you will invite. Consider the number of guests based on your financial capabilities and the planned location of the holiday.

Intellectual competitions

When drawing up competitions, take into account the age, character and personal characteristics of each guest: if the majority of those invited are inactive children, reduce the number of sports competitions in favor of intellectual ones.

The most serious guest

There are no prizes in this competition, but that's not worth mentioning. The guests stand in a circle. The first one says “ha” with a serious expression on his face. The next one also with a straight face - “ha-ha”, the third adds “ha-ha-ha”. Usually it is possible to maintain a calm appearance for up to 4-5 participants. If one smiles, everyone laughs. It is allowed to silently make grimaces, trying to make the speaker laugh.

Suitcase

Everyone stays in a circle. The first one says: “I’m flying to a desert island and I’ll take binoculars with me.” The next person repeats the phrase, adding his item to the suitcase. The third one needs to list everything and name his option. Whoever “did not bring the suitcase” (did not remember the sequence) is eliminated from the game.

I believe - I don't believe

Questions are given to the teams in turn. For correct answers - tokens. Prizes – based on overall results.

1. At first, only pilots used ballpoint pens (I believe).
2. Russia grows the most turnips (in America).
3. A couple of crocodiles in one circus were taught to dance the waltz (I don’t believe it).
4. You can see a rainbow at night (I believe).
5. Fireflies are used instead of flashlights (I believe).
6. When a flounder is placed on a chess board, it becomes checkered (I believe).
7. Dolphins are small whales (I believe).
8. When a bee bites, it dies (I believe).
9. Penguins fly north in winter (I don’t believe they don’t fly at all).
10. Bats receive radio signals (I don’t believe it).

Tricky riddles

1. He got leeches, sold them to Karabas, he smelled of swamp mud, his name was... (Pinocchio - Duremar).
2. He beats and tortures the poor dolls, he is looking for a magic key, he looks terrible, this is a doctor... (Aibolit - Karabas).
3. He lived in Prostokvashino and was friends with Matroskin, he was a little simple-minded, the dog’s name was... (Totoshka - Sharik).
4. He was on the road for many days to find his wife, and a ball helped him, his name was... (Kolobok - Ivan Tsarevich).
5. He walked through the forest boldly, but the fox ate the hero. The poor thing sang goodbye. His name was...(Cheburashka - Kolobok).
6. She finds out everything, spies on it, interferes and harms everyone, she only cares about the rat, and her name is... (Yaga - old woman Shapoklyak).

Guess the drawing

The presenter covers the picture with a clean opaque sheet, leaving 2 square meters free. see picture. Gradually moves the sheet, revealing more and more for review. Whoever guessed the plot first wins. The illustration should be well known to children.

Participation in the show

This could be a dance flash mob, the “Secrets of Tricks” program, or shooting a video.

The program “Nobody Cares” is especially bright. Hosted by a great musician who collects noise instruments all over the world. A fun rhythmic warm-up, a block with percussion, in the third part all participants receive an oriental darbuka drum, learn rhythmic parts and in the finale unite into a single orchestra.

Here is a description of the drum festival.

Entertainment

This is a program in which children actively participate. If you feel the strength to organize such a holiday yourself, take ready-made scripts and selections of competitions, which I have generously shared with you for many years now.

Fortunately, since 2011 I began to collect all the selections of competitions in one convenient list:

• Here is a complete list of competitions for children from 1 to 13 years old.
• Free scripts for children's quests (all can be printed)
• Collection of prizes for participation in competitions

Noticeable creative result

For some time, master classes were popular, in which children created a small souvenir under the guidance of a master in 10-15 minutes. They painted various objects, did decoupage, collected kaleidoscopes, etc. In the end, the thing turned out to be quite primitive; the event did not cause much enthusiasm.

Nowadays, they often book long master classes (2-3 hours), where you can learn, for example, how to draw using some technique, and the result of the work is not embarrassing to hang on the wall in your apartment.

It could be "Anime" or "Oil Painting". Such programs are led by experienced teachers-artists who completely immerse the children in a creative atmosphere.