1. Some schools prefer that you invite your child's entire class to celebrate their birthday. Find out about the policy at your child's school. If you are expected to invite everyone, but were planning a smaller party, invite just all boys or all girls.

2. Allow your child to participate in composing the guest list. After all, this is their party. Help them through the decision process and make sure they do not exclude anyone whose feelings would be hurt. Make a list of those invited with three columns labeled "Yes" "No" and "Thank-you." This way you and your child can keep track of who is coming and whether or not you've sent them a thank-you note.

3. Include directions to your party location as well as a drop-off and pick-up time. You are more likely to have "stragglers" if parents are unsure as to the time the party will be ending or don't know how to get there.

4. You will have a more accurate estimate of prospective attendees if you include an RSVP date and a number where you can be reached. Otherwise you may want to insert an RSVP postcard (postage included) inside the invitation. Either way, your preparations for the fun will be more organize if you know the number of guest attending.

5. Send your invitations out three weeks before the party date. Make sure the postage is appropriate. It's hard to have a party without the partygoers!

6. If you would like your own personalized Partymakers guest list or fill out our Personalized Party Planner form.

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