Monday, August 6, 2012

Lego Olympics

Josh had a birthday, and we celebrated in style!  He got to have a friend party this year and chose a Lego theme.  (I’d like to thank Pinterest for guilting me into thinking I have to go all out for parties now-a-days.)  I found some great ideas and went to work making a banner and treats and coming up with games and activities to keep 10-year-old boys entertained.

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We did Lego-style Olympics (thus the medals up above).  We tested their speed by racing Lego vehicles that they each made.  They really liked that!

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We tested their accuracy by playing Lego Toss.

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We pushed them higher in a speed-building contest to see who could build the tallest tower.

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We tested their endurance by having them pick up Legos with a straw.

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We tested their creativity with Lego head drawings.

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And just for fun, we did a plain ol’ guessing game.  How many Legos do you think are in this jar?

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The answer: 109

I think the boys (and Emily) had a lot of fun.  It was a blast to see them creating and playing and having fun together.  It was good to see all those Legos being put to good use!!!

The hit of the party?  Well, I think it was those yellow chocolate-covered marshmallow Lego heads!  Go figure!?!

1 comment:

  1. Sounds like a fun party! I may just need to borrow all of these ideas for Jared's birthday party! Congrats on selling your house! When will you be able to move into your new house?

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