There’s no party like a dance party, and these games and treats will get your kids up and moving! Girls typically get more excited about dance parties, but boys will jump in with the right tunes. And isn’t it a good idea just in general to wear the kids out so they will fall asleep quickly after you have been corraling a handful and a half of them all day?

Each child will want something different in a dance party. Let kids do their hair before the party, or can put on temporary tattoos or face paint. Each child should hear music they like, so ask each to include the name of their favorite song with their RSVP. Play everyone’s requests.

kidz bop dance party for the wii

Kids will dance along to (censored) songs from Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Sean Kingston. Parents familiar with the Kidz Bop series will recognize the kids singing while your children can personalize their avatar before the dancing begins. available at Target; about $30

mirror ball kit

The ultimate lighting for groovin’ to music can fill a room with just a few lights shining on a mirror ball. This tabletop mirror ball and lights come attached to a base for easy storage. epartyunlimited.com; about $30

lumistick glow light stick bracelets

To accompany the funky light in the room, add some light to each guest with a glowing bracelet. This pack of 40 should last 8 to 12 hours. Extra bracelets can also be included in gift bags. amazon.com, about $13

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