Many children had their birthday parties at home.In the past,the parties were usually just for children.Parents would leave their kids at the party.When the party ended,they took them home.
But now,it is becoming more common （常见的） for all of the parents to stay at the party,too.The kids play games there and parents can talk with others.
Kids and parents like different kinds of food.So when parents come to a child's birthday party,usually these food is for them,like cheese,crackers （薄脆饼干） and fruit platters （水果拼盘）.At the same time the kids often enjoy hot dogs and potato chips.
Party games are not just for kids,either （也）.The children play games like Winner,Chicken dinner.The parents may dance or play card games.
Parties are fun.But some parents may drink too much in front of the kids.It's bad for the kids if they learn from them.
