Summer Road Trip Traveling Tips

TRAVEL KIT FOR KIDS

• pens, pencils, and crayons
• coloring books and drawing paper
• travel board games
• favorite toy or stuffed animal
• books (picture or reading, depending on age)
• pillow and blanket
• Ziploc bags for storing small items
• plastic trash bags for wet clothes and garbage
• healthy snacks (dried fruit, nuts, etc.)
• bottled water or juice
  

KEEPING THE KIDS BUSY IN THE CAR

• play the alphabet game or eye spy
• name all of the US states and their capitols!
• count license plates from other statesmake up a story (each person adding the next sentence)
• create a list of things your kids want to do when they arrive
• let your kids follow your route on the map
• avoid competitive games to fend off hurt feelings
  

AVOIDING THE "CRANKIES"

• avoid long periods "trapped” in the car
• make frequent stops to stretch and walk around
• plan interesting sights at regular intervals along the trip
• plan plenty of playtime
• let your kids help plan the trip, picking their own stops
• set clear boundaries (about restaurants, budget, etc.)
  

FLYING WITH CHILDREN

• bring snacks in pre-packed ziploc bags
• give your infant a bottle or binky during take off and landing to reduce ear pressure
• bring a bag of toys, coloring books, etc. to keep kids occupied
• bring wet wipes, a rag, and a change of clothes for your kid
• request an aisle seat for easy access to the bathroom
• try not to sit in a middle or window seat with a fidgety child
  

KEEPING YOUR KIDS SAFE

• keep plenty of water on hand
• buy personal battery-operated fans to avoid heat exhaustion
• pack a first aid kit with bandages and basic children's medications
• never leave kids alone in a parked car, even with windows down
• keep an eye on kids at rest stops

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