Imagine it: You’ve decided to take a road trip with your family and are beyond excited. Maybe you’ve booked a nice hotel, or have a vacation rental you’re excited to enjoy. But even with the best intentions, things can take a turn for the worst in a matter of minutes. Keeping your kids entertained means keeping them happy.
Road tripping with one child is tricky enough, but what do you do when you have more than one? You need to make changes to your lodging, Keeping everyone happy takes more than strapping them in and hoping for the best.
Children become upset at the drop of a hat, but the primary reasons are typically hunger and exhaustion. So, if you’re looking for ways to keep your little ones happy while on the road, check out our tips below on the best ways to keep everyone smiling.
Play Games with Your Kids
Traveling with kids can be overwhelming, and although some parents may take the easy route and thrust an electronic in their child’s hand, this novelty will only get you so far. After the initial excitement wears off, not only are your children bored, but you haven’t engaged with them at all.
Here are a few games that don’t involve a screen:
- I Spy
- The License Plate Game
- Would You Rather?
- Bingo
Bring Arts and Crafts
It’s important to stay focused while driving, but how do you do that if your children are bored with nothing to do?
Keep idle minds and hands busy with the following portable arts and crafts:
- Magic Ink Book
- Legos
- Stitch Cards
- Bracelet Kits
Pack Healthy Snacks
No matter where you are or how well you plan, it’s a given that someone will get hungry. After all, road tripping works up an appetite. Regardless of their age, hunger is the most common complaint from children.
So, how do you keep smiles on their faces and their stomachs from grumbling? Below is a list of superfoods taken from Kyani that will keep your child happy and satisfied until the next stop:
- Fruits – Grapes, orange slices, strawberries and bananas
- Crackers – Healthy whole wheat crackers.
- Vegetables – Carrot Sticks, celery, cucumbers and pepper slices
- Drinks – Orange Juice, chocolate milk, fruit-infused water.
Taking a road trip with your family doesn’t have to end in turmoil. A little planning is all it takes to make your road trip memorable!
