Teddy bears! Just saying it out loud brings thoughts of warmth, fun, cuddles and joy! Children love stuffed animals and the teddy bear has been a favorite of children of all ages for almost a hundred years when the idea took hold in both Germany and the United States. And when President Roosevelt used a bear as his mascot for his re-election bid a few years later, the craze took off.

Collectors’ purchases of teddy bears in the US alone reach almost a half a million dollars per year and that’s not even including purchases by children just for fun! It’s an amazing thing – and no wonder. They’re just cute!

So why not consider incorporating a stuffed animal bear or other animal in your child’s next birthday party? There are so many options and using bears and other fun stuffed critters make for easy decor as well as activities for the kids.

Here are six great ideas for incorporating teddy bears into your next party:

Teddy Bear Tea Party – have all the guests bring their favorite stuffed animal and go all out with a fun tea with scones, dipped strawberries and other fun treats.

A Teddy Bear Fashion Show – break out the scarves and baby clothes along with jewelry, beads, etc and let the guests dress up their bears. Take lots of photos and make a “runway” with your dining room table.

Teddy Bear slumber party – Jammies, sleeping bags and teddy bears. Serve Pizza, put on a fun movie and you’re done. It doesn’t get any easier than that!

Teddy Bear Picnic – indoors or out so don’t limit yourself to the summer months. If your child’s birthday falls in winter, just crank up the heat in the house, lay out a gingham blanket and enjoy!

Make your own Teddy Bear – visit the local mall store or hire in a make your own stuffed animal entertainer. Each guest will make their own stuffed animal so it can be the entertainment and the take home gift all in one!

6. Give a teddy to a child in need – have the focus of your birthday party be on giving and have the kids make the bear like above but then bring all the made bears to a local shelter or hospital children’s ward to share the love.

The fun thing about teddy bears is that it’s so great for all different ages. From toddlers to teens to seniors, they all love them.

So consider the teddy bear for your child’s next birthday party! You’ll create great memories, have fun and it will also be one of the easiest parties to put together. Enjoy!

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Annette Yen is the party expert at www.noahsarkworkshop.com/annetteyen34 and www.partybymom.com. Sign up for her free birthday club when you visit her website today.

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