This cool title introduces kids to planning different kinds of theme parties such as vampire, magic, rock star and more. It begins with party-planning basics and guides kids through the process of having their own theme party. Sample invitations, menus, and fun party activities are included. Step-by-step instructions and photographs make the projects like making a rock star necklace or detective badges easy to follow. Kids will find a lot of really cool ideas for entertaining their family and friends. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Features ideas for twelve themed children's parties, and includes suggestions for games, activities, recipes, and decorations as well as templates for invitations and party favors.

From the founder of the eponymous party-planning website, a guide to creating exceptional celebrations that will inspire any host. Tablescapes, tips, DIY party crafts, beautiful color photos, and more than 50 never-before-seen recipes, in an easy-to-follow format. Beginner hosts will find tons of tips and how-tos, as they’re walked through practical steps to creating fabulous parties on a realistic budget. The seasoned host will discover unique details and new recipes to enhance their tablescapes all year long. Follow one party to a tee, or mix-and-match elements to create a unique affair all your own. Courtney Dial Whitmore provides instructions for more than a dozen occasions (from simple backyard gatherings to special celebrations), each complemented with full tablescape details; decor tips; and recipes for each party covering appetizers, desserts, and drinks. Ring in the new year with a glitzy New Year's Day Brunch; savor a bit of Parisian culture with a Crêpe Cake and Sparkling Raspberry Cocktails; enjoy Spinach Tea Sandwiches and Lavender Fizz Cocktails at a Jane Austen–inspired Book Club Gathering; celebrate your favorite guy with Bacon and Pecan S'mores and Sriracha and Bourbon Wings; and don your best black-and-white apparel to enjoy Red Velvet Brownie Truffle Cakes and White Chocolate Martinis at a Black and White Masquerade Party. These are just a few of the ideas you'll find in Pizzazzerie: Entertain in Style. “Courtney covers every detail, and breaks them down to make entertaining easy. With so many creative ideas, you’ll want to start celebrating half birthdays, too!” —Kimberly Schlegel Whitman, editor-at-large, Southern Living “Festive, bright, and cheerful…full of ideas and passionate about the details.” —Tara Guerard, owner/creative director, Soiree

Presents a guide to planning the perfect party, with tips and ideas for party themes and decorations, including an elephant baby shower, a circus train birthday party, and a hot air balloon party.

This cool title introduces kids to planning different kinds of family parties such as anniversaries, graduations, reunions and more. It begins with party-planning basics and guides kids through the process of having their own family party. Sample invitations, menus, and fun party activities are included. Step-by-step instructions and photographs make the projects like Birthday Bingo and making Mother's Day bouquets out of crepe paper easy to follow. Kids will find a lot of really cool ideas for entertaining their family. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This cool title introduces kids to planning different kinds of international parties such as African, Indian, Italian and more. It begins with party-planning basics and guides kids through the process of having their own international party. Sample invitations, menus, and fun party activities are included. Step-by-step instructions and photographs make the projects like making a South American panpipe or an Australian magnet favor easy to follow. Kids will find a lot of really cool ideas for entertaining their family and friends. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This cool title introduces kids to planning different kinds of slumber parties such as spa, art, camping and more. It begins with party-planning basics and guides kids through the process of having their own slumber party. Sample invitations, menus, and fun party activities are included. Step-by-step instructions and photographs make the projects like making fabulous bracelet favors or a friend trivia game easy to follow. Kids will find a lot of really cool ideas for entertaining their family and friends. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.