A Thomas the Tank Engine Birthday Party is a wonderful theme for any child who loves this little train. So here's a handy collection of ideas and party supplies to make planning your train party easier.
Planning a Thomas the Tank Engine Birthday Party
Young children love Thomas making this a great birthday party theme for children 2 to 7 years of age. As most children don't just like Thomas - they are Thomas fanatics it will be hard to miss if your child is a fan.
Thomas the Tank Engine birthday party ideas are suitable for a traditional home birthday party. Although if you are lucky you may even have a steam or miniature railway in your local area that would make for a wonderful venue for a party - either with a formal party booking or just in a near-by park or picnic area.
Party Invitations:
Of course the right birthday party invitations start the party mood and give children the joy of anticipation as they wait for the big day and some Thomas the Tank Engine birthday party invitations are a great way to get things rolling along.
Thomas the Tank Engine Party Tableware
The table is of course the main focus of the party area. There are lots of Thomas the Tank Engine tableware choices, but these are the essential items you will need.
Party Plates and Cups:
Items like paper plates and cups are best to buy in big packs like the Thomas Birthday Pack Supplies for 16 children. Throw away sets like these are essential unless you want an even bigger clean up after the party is over.
Money Saving Party Idea: Party Plates and Cups
To prevent a Thomas overload and to save some money you can mix and match the Thomas Birthday Pack Supplies with a plain, colored plastic table cloth (plastic is 
best for easy cleaning up) and paper napkins in the Thomas colors of red and blue. You can also grab extra plates and cups in the Thomas colors, but younger kids may refuse to eat or drink from anything if it does not have a picture of Thomas on it. So you may want to be more careful about cutting corners on the plates and cups.
Birthday Hats:
When it comes to finishing the table "look" don't forget to have enough Thomas birthday party hats to wear ready and waiting on the table for all the kids.
Thomas the Tank Engine Party Decorations
Decorations help to give a sense of festivity and help increase the 'special-ness' of the day.
Money Saving Party Idea: Decorating
It can get expensive buying lots of special items that will only last one day. A wiser way is to buy a few main items that can be used after the party is over for play or bedroom decor.
This Thomas the Tank Engine Play Vehicle is a great party decoration that will entertain kids and encourage pretend play. It is also something you can keep for everyday pretend play - and lets face it kids love cubbies even if they are made with a sheet over the furniture so this would be a hit for any Thomas fan.
Balloons and Streamers:
These more traditional decorations are on the must have list. A great pick is the Thomas the Tank Engine balloons.
Money Saving Party Idea: Balloons and Streamers
You can save money buying basic paper party streamers in the Thomas colors. Red and blue balloons can be added to the more expensive Thomas balloons too.
Thomas the Tank Engine Party Food
Money Saving Party Idea: Cake
For children 3 years and up you can get great Thomas the Tank Engine Cake Toppers like the Carnival Cake Topper Set (pictured left) for a simple cake you bake or buy.
Thomas Cookies:
You can also use Thomas the Tank Engine Cookie Cutters with your child's favorite cookie recipe or dough for some great Thomas themed cookies.
Thomas the Tank Engine Party Music
Music is easily organized by making sure you have at least one of the Thomas the Tank Engine CDs like Thomas & Friends: All Star Tracks.
Musical Party Game Ideas:
Music is not only great for adding to the Thomas atmosphere but it also makes a great starting point for activities like musical chairs or pass the parcel games (rules for traditional games like these can be found easily with a Google search).
Musical Party Activity Ideas:
Music can also help you develop your own dancing activities for the party. These can be like the traditional game - Simon Says or you can give the children long ribbons or streamers in the Thomas colors for some creative dancing.
Another idea is to use some Thomas music as a springboard for children's drawing activities. You just need to suggest they draw a picture about the music. (They can draw something the music makes them think about, how the music makes them feel or what they think the song is about.)
Thomas the Tank Engine Party Activities
It's always wise to have lots of birthday party activities planned out to keep kids busy and entertained.
The Party Pinata:
A wonderful festive idea is a Thomas the Tank Engine Pinata. Kids LOVE pinatas and they aren't expensive to buy.
Thomas Party Game Ideas:
Games like the Thomas the Tank Engine Domino Game can work well - but only if you buy multiple boxes (enough so each child gets enough domino cards to prevent them having a slow and boring game). There are lots of free activities to keep kids busy. Any train themed party games will fit perfectly with into a Thomas the Tank Engine birthday party and can be easily found with an online search.
Party Game Planning Tip:
Active games are exciting for a children's party but make sure you have some quieter activities too for balance (and so the kids don't get overtired). Art activities like drawing or painting train pictures, making train collage pictures or even crafting trains with colored paper, glue and cardboard boxes are fun for kids (although you may wish to keep the glue related activities to parties with older children). Coloring in pages, which you can find free online, are another idea. A word of warning if you are intending to have art and craft activities though - it's best if can have these messy activities an area that is easy to clean up. Also make sure you have plenty of paper, paint, crayons and any other supplies you will need to avoid disappointment.
Thomas the Tank Engine Party Favors
The Party Favor Box:
The easiest and cheapest way to have the gift bag covered is with an official Thomas the Tank Engine Party Favor Box. The box includes a Thomas the Tank Engine sticker sheet, Thomas the Tank Engine blowout, flashing train keychain, train whistle, mini activity book and a small box of crayons.
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