Whodunit!!!

Mystery, Intrigue, Whodunit!  

This is a great party idea.  There are so many possibilities.  My first thoughts for this party go straight to the game of Clue and a kid friendly mystery dinner party.

Make magnifying glass shaped invitations.

When the guests arrive have them do their first activity. The first activity could be decorating/ personalizing pocket sized notebook and pen sets. Provide makers and stickers. They will need these for the main activity after dinner.

Next stage a crime toward the end of dinner; i.e. missing cupcakes, presents, pet, favorite toy, etc.  

The kids will need to follow a series of riddles and clues to lead them to the missing item and the culprit.  You can get your neighbors involved, place clues around the neighborhood, house, and yard.  If you have more than 6 kids I would suggest having 2 teams with different clues that lead to the answer.

Hints for a smooth party - Divide the teams yourself randomly pull names out of a hat or put stickers under their chairs before they arrive, anything that will keep them from arguing.  Assign 1 adult or older teen to each team if they will be leaving the yard at night.

Party favors could include magnifying glasses, flashlights, travel size clue game, spy glasses, fedoras, fake mustaches,  fingerprinting kits, etc.

Remember have fun and enjoy the party with the kids.

Desirae