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Sleeping at a slumber party is a personal choice. Some people may choose to sleep while others may stay awake all night. It depends on the individual’s comfort level, the activities planned, and the atmosphere of the party. Some may feel more comfortable sleeping in a familiar environment, while others may enjoy the excitement and camaraderie of staying up all night. Ultimately, it is up to each person to decide if they want to sleep or not at a slumber party.
Whether it’s for a special occasion, like a birthday party, or simply to spend quality time with friends, there’s nothing quite like a slumber party. Sometimes referred to as pajama parties or sleepovers, slumber parties are typically more about partying than sleeping!
There is a variety of activities that can be done at a slumber party. Here are just a few things that many children look forward to at a slumber party:
- preparing tasty snacks, such as cookies
- watching movies
- listening to music and singing along to favorite songs
- playing card games or board games
- painting fingernails and toenails
- trying new hairstyles
- creating craft projects
- staying up as late as possible and sharing secrets
The possibilities are endless! However, the last part – staying up as late as possible – is always an enjoyable aspect of any slumber party. Staying up past bedtime is fun, but doing so with friends is even better.
Even the most dedicated slumber party participants eventually give in to sleep. So sleep is actually a part of a slumber party, but it’s usually a minor and often short-lived part!
Sometimes slumber parties begin outside of the house. You and your friends might decide to go to a movie or go skating before heading home to stay up as late as possible. And slumber parties don’t have to be limited to the indoors either. You can have them in a tent in the backyard too!
You’ll want to ensure that your friends bring some items from home with them, so they feel comfortable at your party. For example, they might want to bring their pajamas, a pillow, and maybe even a sleeping bag. They might also have movies, music, or games they would like to share.
Just be aware that lack of sleep can make children irritable the next morning. Here are a few tips you can use to ensure that everyone – including Mom and Dad – has a great experience at your next slumber party:
- Invite only a few friends to the slumber party. Too many people can be difficult to manage.
- Inform everyone of the rules before starting the night. If Mom and Dad say bedtime is midnight, then let everyone know that this is the expected time to sleep.
- Plan a calm day for the day after the slumber party. Allow everyone to sleep in as much as possible and schedule any activities for later in the day. You may also want to include a mandatory “nap time”!
Try It Out
Ready to organize your own slumber party? Having friends over for a sleepover can be a lot of fun. However, it requires some planning to make it extra special.
First, you need to decide who you want to invite to spend the night. Choose only a few close friends and then create homemade slumber party invitations to provide them with all the details.
Make sure to include the date, the time they should arrive, the time they will go home the next day, and what they need to bring. You should also probably ask them to have their parents call your parents to confirm that it’s okay to sleep over.
Once you have finished your guest list and sent out the invitations, it is time to consider enjoyable activities for your party. Would you like to have a themed sleepover? For instance, you could organize a frightening movie marathon, have a staycation with your friends, or plan a scavenger hunt!
Your sleepover can be as entertaining as your imagination (and your parents!) allows. Fun activities can include listening to music, watching movies, painting your nails, styling your hair, and preparing delicious snacks in the kitchen.
We wish you a fantastic sleepover! If you want to share your sleepover experience with your Wonder Friends, feel free to post photos and memories from your sleepover on Facebook!
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