Childhood is filled with fond memories of themed birthday parties, Halloween dress-ups, and dressing like grown-ups. As parents you often strive to recreate some of the fond experiences that we ourselves had as children. One of the easiest yet nerve wracking decisions is creating a themed party that your child will love. Here are some easy to do theme parties that your children will love.

Princess party:

Every girl dreams of being a princess. Whether it is sleeping beauty, Belle, or even Barbie, little girls are thrilled at the prospect of wearing costume jewelry and a fancy dress. Children and parents alike can have fun picking out the right costume. As a special surprise, give your special birthday girl a matching crown or tiara on her birthday.

Pirate party:

Boys of all ages have grown to love pirates. With the popularity of the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, finding pirate themed cakes, party favors and costumes have become easier than ever. Even the parents can join along in the fun. Wear funky hats, eye patches and even add gag teeth as party favors. This will be a party your son will remember for years to come.

Costume parties:

This is a party idea that works for children and adults alike. With a costume or a fancy dress, children become imaginative, often falling into an imaginative character. Choose bright colored streamers, and play games like twister and red rover. This is a fun way for children to be silly while creating a fun festive activity that your child will love.

Dora/ Diego parties:

Dora the Explorer and Go, Diego Go! are popular Nick Jr. Shows that are a growing rage with young children 2-6 years old. Have the birthday girl dress as Dora, or the birthday boy dress as Diego. Find party favors to match the mood.

These parties typically take a lot of planning, from cakes to party favors, and it can seem a little stressful. Just remember, the best part of throwing parties for your children are the fancy dress costumes and creating memories that will last a lifetime.