Photo of brother and sister having fun on the road trip
You can find a variety of activities that will keep your children’s attention on long car rides. Every situation is unique. You may need to offer a variety of activities for your toddlers or tweens. We have compiled a list of fun ideas to entertain your children on their next trip!
UNPLUGGED ACTIVITIES
The road trip will be incomplete without the opportunity to connect with family members. These activities are unplugged and allow everyone to get involved.
Classic Travel Games
These are the most loved unplugged games for children of all ages:
- 20 Questions
- I Spy
- The Alphabet Game
- The License Plate Game
These games are great for toddlers and kids alike. Many of these games can be played by parents as well.
Audiobooks
Audiobooks are another great activity for cars. Many services offer a wide range of books suitable for all ages.
Many children find it a wonderful way to learn. No matter what level they are at reading, they can still enjoy a story. Audiobooks can be a great way to pass the time and give your children the opportunity to read and comprehend more complex books.
Sketching and drawing
Drawing on something is a great creative activity for children on road trips. This activity is popular with dry-erase markers or whiteboards. These allow kids to draw and redraw for as long as they want. You can use the whiteboards on every trip so that you don’t need to purchase new sets each time your kids wish to draw while on the road.
GADGET ACTIVITIES
Different gadgets are sometimes your best friend. These gadgets can provide different activities for children and are easy to set up. You can also end up with lots of clutter if you stockpile these items to make your trip easier. You can find our car organization products here.
There are so many gadgets available, but here are our top picks. These activities take very little time and can be completed in fewer than a few minutes.
There are endless educational apps
To give your kids an educational game, the best option is to use your iPad or phone. Many apps can boost reading and math skills while still providing fun entertainment.
Crosswords and Sudoku are great options for tweens who like puzzle games. DragonBox (Apple iOS and Google Play) is a great tool for toddlers to learn shapes and colours. ClassDojo (Apple iOS and Google Play) is a virtual classroom that allows children to interact with their parents and teachers in real-time.
Sensory Games
Simon Says, and Bop is a great game that kids can carry around. These games are perfect for trips. These games are repetitive and can also help increase motor function and awareness, flashy and colourful.
These games are great for children because they have simple rules and audio queues. It is easy for them to learn the game quickly, and they can play within minutes. These games are great because you can challenge your sibling or friend to win. This gadget can be shared between multiple people, so they can play it together and try to beat their scores and master the game.
