[pennywise]

Even at 5 it is time to learn to budget. She must pick only the number of guest you specify. Here is a great idea and time saver for you. The kids love to decorate their own cupcakes. Just make cupcakes and put out the frosting with different sprinkles. Put a candle on your dtrs for the song. The kids love twister, too (see if you can borrow). 3 hours for a party is good. At 5 put out pages to color with crayons, they like to color to. These are set up on card tables for them to stand around and do, gives some togetherness. These ideas should not cost much and are simple. Go outside and play red light/green light if you have a large lawn. Don't forget another time classic; mother may I. You are lucky the weather is nice so you can do a lot outside. A jug with clothes pins, have them kneel on a chair and drop the clothes pins in the jug. Tag team games and war with the rope. This age is wonderful, because they entertain so easily. Why make it hard on yourself?