Keep Your Kids and Family Entertained On the Go This Summer
Post-Quarantine and Post-Lockdown life has left us all with an insatiable sense of wanderlust. We’re all ready to spring into action with road trips, vacations, day-trips to visit family, and social outings with friends. But all of that means lots of time on the road, in the car, or in the air on a plane. We know that traveling can be tough on little ones and youngsters attention spans, so we’ve got a great list to make traveling easy no matter what length your trip. From games to creativity kits and toy or snack storage we’ve got it all on today’s blog!
Games and Entertainment for the Road
Travel Scavenger Hunt Card Game for Kids and Families (7+)
A set of 54 scavenger hunt cards for as few as 2 players. Easy and fun and ready to use over and over on each new road trip.
Auto and Interstate Travel Bingo
4 different reusable bingo boards about 6 inches squared. Includes buildings, animals, signs, and more. Each set accommodates 4 players.
I Spy Travel Game for Kids Age 4+
With 48 different visual cues for a traveling game of “I Spy” you’ll have plenty of fun all summer long! Can be played alone or with a group to occupy your family on long drives.
Ryan’s World Road Trip Adventure Kit
This easy to transport all-in-one kit contains road-trip themed activities including sticker sheets, crayons, a stamp, a secret decoder lens, and more. It’s a great option for entertaining and creating while traveling with kiddos!
2000’s Trivia Card Games for Ages 12+
71 cards with 355 questions covering a decade of fun facts and pop culture knowledge. Play the cards straight in a row or hit “shuffle” to choose another.
Tabletopics Family Questions to Start Great Conversations
This 4 by 4” cube is perfect for traveling. Features a list of talking points and conversation starters for kids and adults. Topics range from serious questions, philosophical topics, and silly subjects. Contains 135 different questions.
Want some more suggestions for entertaining your family on the go?
Check out this great blog post of suggestions.
Create Your Own In-Car Entertainment
Create a Travel Art Kid (via the Artful Parent)
Have a kiddo who loves to draw and run with their imagination? Why not create a great little portable art kit. Check this list for what to include.
Low-Mess Toddler Friendly Crafting Supplies
Occupy your youngest passengers by including some of these fun tidbits in a little travel pouch. Here’s some fantastic recommendations to get you started on that toddler creativity kit.
Back of Seat Hanging Pocket Organizers (Set of 2)
These two hanging pockets are a universal fit for all vehicles. The extra large mats cover the entire back of your seats, protecting it from muddy little feet and kick damage. With Two large deep pockets and several smaller ones, you’ll be able to easily stow away their art supplies, stuffies, books, tablets, and even some spare clothes or diapers. Items are secured with hooks, loops, and straps for easy transportation.
Carseat-friendly Kids Travel Tray
Fits most vehicles, high-chairs strollers, and carseats. This wonderful little tray has a dry-erase board, mesh netting pockets, a tablet holder with screen protector, space for drinks and snacks, and cleans up easily with a little soap & water.
