Keep the Kids Entertained While Traveling

It's the summer! Most of you parents are taking the kids on some sort of vacation - whether it be camp, visiting the grandparents, Disney World, or a family road trip. It is important to keep the trip as orderly and peaceful as possible. The idea of peaceful may be far fetched when traveling with the little ones.

Here are a few ideas to keeping the kids occupied and entertained, while giving you peace of mind on your travels:

1. Portable DVD Player - This is a costly, but wise investment ranging from $80 - $150 at Walmart. Get
    one of these for the kids, pop in an action-packed kid flick or educational program along with headphones
    and watch them be entertained for hours. If you have more than one child, the portable DVD players will
    play just as great without the headphones. Check out this link: http://bit.ly/9i7ohI

2. Travel Journal - Invest in a disposable camera, colorful notebook, markers, and colorful pens/pencils.

     Help your kids create their very own travel journal documenting all the sights and activities experienced on
     your trip. This is a great way to capture memories, promote creativity, and keep them occupied artistically
     while traveling.

3. Map for the Kids - Give your kids a map, markers, and stickers. Let them help your track where home
    is where you're going, and what you've seen, thus far. Involve them in the travel experience. Allow them to
    feel like co-pilots!

4. Card Games - This is a no-brainer for most of you. Games like Uno, Old Maid, Crazy 8s, Speed, Go
    Fish, and so many more always keep the kids entertained.

5. Scavenger Hunt - Give the each child a list of things to look for during the trip. This can be created in
    advance and adjusted for the scenery. (i.e. Things in the airport, things along the road trip, places, people)

There are thousands of games and ideas to keep the kids occupied this summer, but this should start you on the right track. My favorite is the scavenger hunt idea. Feel free to comment and let me know how your travels went this summer! Have a wonderful vacation!

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