What to do for DD birthday?

[skyfly]

My DD joined the school last spring so we never had a birthday party with a whole class. She is now in Y2 and had been to few parties where the whole class was invited but I also know that some smaller celebrations have taken place (she was not invited). I’m torn between the choice of organising a hall party for the whole class (30 kids) and a small home party at home with just few close friends from her old school and couple classmates from new school. I guess I m concerned that if we don’t throw a big thing this year, she won’t be really accepted to the class and we won’t get a chance to meet and get to know all the parents. On the other hand, it’s quite costly and time consuming to organise for whole class. What would you do?

In your situation, I would do a whole class party. Just this year. You'll be inviting all the kids so she can bon (not all will come). Also, you'll get to meet the parents. Parents need to put themselves out there, hard as it is for some, i know. But it really is the way to get to know people.

If you want to help your DD get more integrated with her new classmates and their parents, a hall party for the whole class could be a great way to do it. It might be a bit costly and time-consuming, but the connections you and your daughter make could be worth it.

On the other hand, a smaller, more intimate party at home with close friends from her old school and a few new classmates could be just as meaningful and less stressful. It really depends on what you and your daughter feel most comfortable with.

If you're still hunting for this info, I have a suggestion. If you are more spiritual, you can read this verse of the birthday. It might provide some inspiration and make the celebration feel even more special.