| Only good entertainment can make a holiday run | | | | offering updated versions. This may not be the best |
| smoothly which is the main reason a host or hostess | | | | time for teaching old dogs new tricks. Stick to familiar |
| should carefully plan Thanksgiving party games. Get | | | | turf. Familiar party games can always be altered just a |
| out any all time favorite board games but look for | | | | tad to turn them into Thanksgiving party games. |
| clever new ones as well. For most family get together | | | | Simple changes can make these holiday themed. |
| its best to use games that are simple enough for the | | | | Charades can be given a Thanksgiving theme as can |
| youngsters but have universal appeal. | | | | pin the tail on the donkey. Even card games that can |
| Thanksgiving party games that strike universal chords | | | | crop up at long visits can involve holiday elements. |
| are the best bet for this type of occasion. Even if the | | | | Creative thinking can turn ordinary into extraordinary. |
| children are likely to play video games its still a good | | | | People who spend the holidays in warmer climates |
| idea to select those that older family members may | | | | can get everyone outside while dinner is cooking. |
| enjoy. For instance some of these have history | | | | Any games that can be planned as Thanksgiving party |
| themes that are informative without being | | | | games should involve lots of holiday themed prizes. |
| objectionable. Use the maturity rating on the game box | | | | You can find plenty of party supplies to use as favors, |
| for more detailed information. | | | | such as inexpensive plastic toys that are appropriate |
| If possible though select games that are old enough to | | | | and fun. These may be placed in a grab bag or |
| be well known to the older guests but still fun for the | | | | basket. These make good family keepsakes. |
| youths. Many popular board games fill this bill by | | | | |