Tips for good character interaction and pics at character meals?

[MedCruise07]

Is there a sticky thread about this somewhere? I know about keeping the camera ready, but any other tips, especially for older kids?

Thanks!

 

[mickeys papi]

we always go to the character meals before the park opens
less crowed no lines at the buffet and the characters have more time to interact with you
also have a question for the character then they will interact with there answer example we asked belle what her favorite book was

 

[Karmel96]

I've also heard that seating the kids on the end makes it easier for the characters (no trying to squeeze in between chairs/tables).
Have fun!