When hosting a Fourth of July party for tweens, sending them off with a gift bag is a fun way to celebrate the holiday!

Tweens are at the age where they are not interested in young children's activities that happen on the Fourth of July but are not ready to sit around and chat as teenagers and adults do. Because of this, they may need a little something special to help make Independence Day gatherings fun and enjoyable.

And a Fourth of July party gift bag may be just the ticket for making that happen for tweens.

By putting together a gift bag for tweens, hosts of a party are making sure that all of their guests are well taken care of. There will not be anyone who is bored during the day while they are waiting for the sun to set and the fireworks shows to begin.

And because much of what goes into a Fourth of July gift bag is fun but inexpensive, it does not take a lot for hosts to go out of their way and do something a little special for their tween guests.

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Here are some Fourth of July party gift bag ideas for tweens.

One thing that all tweens will love in their gift bags is breaking into some patriotic treats. Be it cookies or candies, popcorn that is made of patriotic colors, or even a well-wrapped cupcake will all be welcomed by tweens in their gift bags on the Fourth of July.

No matter how old kids get, bubbles are always a hit. And because of this, putting small containers of bubbles in the gift bag that are in red, white, and blue containers are a fun way for them to pass the time.

And because they come as a bulk buy, they can be put out on tables for other guests to enjoy while at the party as well.

Glow sticks are fun for kids of all ages. Something that has been a popular item for kids, tweens, and teens since the 1980, according to Glowtopia. And with them coming in the form of wands, jewelry, headbands, and the classic glow stick, there is something for everyone.

Because of this, they make for a great addition to a gift bag that can be broken into before fireworks begin to start the evening's festivities off right.

Tweens love fireworks! But, it is not always safe to set them off alone. And because of this, tweens are stuck waiting until adults want to set off fireworks to enjoy the festivities.

By giving them party poppers in their gift bags, tweens can pull the strings any time they please. It does not matter if it is early in the day or as the sun is setting.

And because there is no fear of anyone getting injured, party poppers make for a great alternative to fireworks.

What better way to capture moments that happen in Independence Day than to take pictures?

Some tweens may have smartphones that allow them to take pictures with ease. But there is something to a disposable camera and not knowing what pictures are going to be snapped that is part of the fun.

And because some tweens may never have seen a disposable camera before, it may be a novel experience to take photos that are not instant digital like they are used to.

One of the most fun fireworks for kids is the sparkler. While they do not elicit the same dopamine response that the larger pyrotechnics do, according to Popular Science, they are still enjoyable to do. And if they are allowed in the area where the party is taking place, they make for a fun item to put in a gift bag for tweens.

When using sparklers, tweens should have parental supervision. This is to ensure that no one gets burned and that the sparklers are disposed of properly so that no fires accidentally get started.

But because they will be in the possession of tweens during the day, there is no need to wait until dark to set them off if the mood strikes to do some early fireworks.

Many areas have parades for the Fourth of July. And by including a small American flag in the gift bag, tweens can wave their flags proudly at the floats that go by.

As the floats and cars go past, many pass out candy. This means that the gift bag itself can be used as a place to hold the candy making the entire gift for tweens something they will use.

While they may not keep the sun out of the eyes, sunglasses that have shapes for the front of the frames or use red, white, and blue make for a gift tweens will enjoy in their gift bags.

Tweens can use the glasses to get into the spirit to watch a parade, to take pictures with friends, or even to enhance their outfits chosen for the day. But they may need to beware because when teens and adults see the glasses, they may want to swipe them for themselves.

Regardless of how old people are, there is something about slime that makes them want to take it out of the container and squish it. As such, include it in a gift bag for tweens, and it will be used without fail during a Fourth of July party when there is downtime before the evening's fireworks show begins.

In many places, it is hot on the Fourth of July. This means that people need to stay hydrated when they are outdoors. For tweens, that means 64 ounces of fluids daily, according to Children's Hospital of Orange County. And a great way to keep tweens' drinks fully topped off is to include a festive water bottle in their gift bag.

Bottles can be specific for the holiday or even be in solid red, white, and blue colors so that they can be used throughout the year. But one thing is for certain is that while enjoying a Fourth of July party, the bottles will be used without fail.

Source: Children's Hospital of Orange County,Popular Science, Glowtopia

Jessica is a writer based out of California. She is a mom to two fiercely independent, fun-loving girls and wife to a man who helps her find balance in life. Jessica is an avid runner, consumer of really great cups of coffee, and enjoys adventuring off the beaten path whenever possible. Family is number one to Jessica and is what makes living this crazy, hectic, beautiful life worthwhile.