Bat mitzvah means "daughter of the commandment" in Hebrew.
Celebrating a bat mitzvah is a major milestone in the life of a Jewish girl. Girls celebrate this occasion when they are 12 years old, and afterward they are required to follow the commandments in the same way that Jewish adults are. After the religious ceremony is done, many girls throw parties for their friends and family members.
Music
Personalized CDs are cheap, easy to make and can appeal to both male and female guests. These favors also allow the bat mitzvah celebrant to share her favorite tunes with her friends. Ask her to make a list of 10 to 15 of her favorite songs of all time, then download all these songs on to your computer. Use the CD-burning software on your computer to make one CD for each guest. Whenever her friends play the disc, they'll think of her.
Edible Favors
Most kids love cookies and candy, so edible favors will be a hit with everyone. This option is also your best bet if you want to give out favors to adult guests as well as children. To pay homage to the occasion, order personalized candy bar labels online. You can have these labels printed with the celebrant's name, a Star of David and a verse of Jewish prayer. Wrap them around her favorite chocolate bars. For an easier gift, fill bags with candies wrapped in blue and white wrappers.
Practical Items
Many guests end up tossing their party favors into a junk drawer or the trash as soon as they get home. In order to make sure your money goes to good use and the bat mitzvah is memorable, pass out items that guests can actually use. Give out water bottles, beach towels or portable coolers that guests can use during summer time. Have them all personalized with the guest of honor's name. Use small print so the words are visible but not so huge that guests will be embarrassed to carry these items around.
Toiletries
Although many bat mitzvah celebrants invite both boys and girls to their parties, some girls may choose to invite only their female friends. There are few things more popular with 12-year-old girls than beauty supplies, so make up favor bags filled with lip gloss and nail polish. Some parents may have strict rules about their daughters wearing make-up, so avoid adding eyeshadow or blush. In the event that a few boys do show up at the party, keep a few bags of snacks on hand to pass out to them.
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