I am a fan of edible favors. For DD's birthday party in May, which is NYC themed, I'm either doing apple shaped sugar cookies or caramel chocolate apples for the Big Apple.
I'd do something related to your theme, edibles are always nice and the kids like them; otherwise bubbles, little board books, rubber bath figures and coloring books/pencils are always a big hit; also balls!
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We had 20 kids with a wide range of ages. His party was a safari theme so we did the little boxes of animal crackers. Easy and the kids liked it. We only did favors for the kids.
Re: 1st Birthday Favors
You could do cake pops or cookies wrapped up nicely.
Bubbles, play dough, stickers, or little puzzles are some non food options. Target dollar spot has some cute containers and little toys.
I second the board books - we did this for our son's first birthday (bought curious george board books in a set and then gave one to each friend).
I'd do something related to your theme, edibles are always nice and the kids like them; otherwise bubbles, little board books, rubber bath figures and coloring books/pencils are always a big hit; also balls!
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