Hands On! Children's Activities for Fairs, Festivals, & Special Events

9781892132154

189213215X

A well-organized children's activity area will make a dramatic impact on any event -- large or small. Hands on! Children's Activities for Fairs, Festivals, and Special Events will help you coordinate activities for hundreds or thousands (or six) children. Written by a recreation professional with over a dozen years of experience in coordinating children's activities, this book covers everything from planning to setup to implementation to preparing for the next event. You also will find instructions and a supply list for each activity plus useful tips on storing supplies from one event to another and soliciting donations of materials from the community.The activities listed in this manual have been tested on hundreds of kids at festivals with great results. They can be used at events held at schools, resorts, churches, youth camps, and almost any type of large event (although some of the activities are best done outdoors). These activities are fun, inexpensive, and simple to plan and manage.They use easy-to-find materials and require minimal supervision.