Television theme songs can be perfect dance-along fodder for kids. Some are such a driving force -- like a 30-foot wave crashing down on Waikiki Beach -- that children become empowered by the music.

What's it about: The Scooby-Doo TV theme has been sung and played in many different ways over its 50-year broadcast, but Simple Plan's version is full of energy, which is perfect for a kids party. 7.

Although the video is too scary for younger kids, teens will probably get a kick out of the now-antiquated effects that turn MJ into a werewolf. This song is a must on your Halloween playlist. 5.

Kids party games are the key memory maker ... Music is always good to have on, maybe ask parents to share some of their kids' ...

And now ABC Kids has put together the soundtrack for the ultimate kids' dance party ... end-of-year get-togethers and kids' parties. The music's all up-beat, fun and infectiously happy.

We have hand-picked the best Christmas party songs for kids, including old classics you grew up with, as well as new holiday tunes you will love. “Last Christmas” by Taylor Swift.

Name tags, spiked seltzer, and and a good sound system are just a few things you can do to make sure the grown-ups at your next kids party aren’t miserable.