Audio Books: You can purchase or rent these at many public libraries! Another great tip from Casey G!
Strainer & Pipe Cleaners: Wonderful creative medium! Thanks to Farra S!
Hand Held Devises: Kindles, Game Systems, DVD players, Smart Phones, Tablets all work very well to distract and occupy time of kids of all ages! I would also recommend adding a NEW game, or NEW eBook, NEW movie that can be looked forward to during the trip. Thanks to Brandy S!
Alphabet Game: Look for words that start with each letter of the Alphabet for car travel. This can be simplified for younger children that the letter does not have to be the first letter in the word. Thanks to Heather J!
Age Appropriate Books: If your kids like to read, having a selection of new books or their favorite books on hand can keep them busy for hours at a time. For older children, add some books about your destination.
Age Appropriate Conversations: Discuss the history and / or trivia about your destination. If it’s a cruise, talk about the engineering behind a large ship. For teens, try a mock debate about a national issue.
Taking Breaks: If you are traveling by car, stopping frequently to let the kids out of the car is both healthier for them and gives them a chance to work off some energy. Thanks to Tracie B!