10 Screen-Free Toys and Activities to Keep Your Kids Occupied on a Road Trip
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It’s time to hit the road for summer vacay! For my family of four, the most important part of a road trip is making sure everyone’s needs are met before we pull away from the curb. That means packing easy snacks, getting everyone comfy, and planning ahead with games that will keep the complaining to a minimum.
Here are 10 road trip-friendly toys and activities that have been a hit with my kids over the years. (And pro tip: don’t forget the grabber! Putting a grabbing tool in the backseat where the kids can easily reach it empowers them to pick up anything that might fall below arms reach, while keeping the parents safely buckled in up front.)