From the series Party Time!
Throw a Halloween Party
Reading Level Grade 4Interest Level Grades 3 – 8Copyright 2023
Reviewed
From the series Party Time!
Reading Level Grade 4Interest Level Grades 3 – 8Copyright 2023
ReviewedHalloween is full of creepy symbols and spine-tingling traditions, but where did they come from? This title introduces readers to the history behind Jack-o’-lanterns, witches, and other iconic elements of this popular holiday alongside instructions and tips on how to create fun, festive crafts. With ghoulish drinks, witch hat ring toss, and more, readers will soon be ready to host their own Halloween bash!
The Party Time! series offers readers tips and suggestions for celebrating six holidays. Each volume offers instructions on creating crafts, games, decorations, snacks, and drinks to celebrate a holiday. This reviewer had the opportunity to read Throw a Halloween Party. Some of the items readers learned to create included spooky bat bunting, eyeball cake pops, a ghouslish party punch, and a witch hat ring toss. Each craft included a paragraph that offered readers insight into the history and symbols of the holiday. A materials list (or ingredients list for recipes) and step by step visual instructions were provided with all projects. Basic art supplies (paper, glue, scissors, etc) were all that was needed to create the craft projects. Adult assistance would be needed for the cooking-related projects. For those looking to go the “extra mile” when throwing their party, tips accompanied all projects that offered ways to vary or enhance the craft. THOUGHTS: A great choice for party planners, this series could also be used by educators looking for seasonal projects/activities for their classrooms. Several volumes of the series focus on holidays that do not often receive coverage in party-planning related books available to students. Librarians looking to re-fresh or add to their party/event planning collections should consider this series.
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