The SpecialMoms Parenting Magazine Issue 5 | Page 33

3. Purchase Toys and Games Designed
for Traveling
To avoid the crying or nagging of dropped toys or other
items, purchase games and activity centers that are designed
specifically for traveling. These items will usually have pens
attached by a string to an activity book, and have magnetic pieces for games or puzzles.

Story Time Finger Puppets - 10 pcs

By keeping everything within your child’s reach, and taking precautions for the unexpected, your child may have so much fun that he or she will not even realize how
long you’ve been traveling. Having a variety of different engaging toys and games are even great for children to enjoy
together.

4. Pick up a few Disposable Cameras
Investing in a few disposable cameras can create hours of fun for children, without the worry of
it breaking or becoming damaged by an accidental drink spill, especially if you purchase the waterproof type. Give each child a camera and ask him or her to take pictures of items that he or she has
never seen before. This makes it fun and can keep children occupied for hours if traveling by ground.
FlagHouse Dancing
Rainbow Hoop

Check out this great Frozen digital camera. Let your child become a
budding photographer on your trip. It will definitely keep them busy.
Once you arrive at your final destination, have your child’s pictures developed so he or
she can immediately see what kind of pictures were taken. Younger children, especially,
really enjoy taking pictures, so stocking up on a few disposable cameras can be a worthwhile investment.
Abilitations Chewlery Soft Star Chew

5. Bring Along Electronic Items

Abilitations Weights - Weighted PushPathz
Fidget - Set of 5

Both older and younger children enjoy electronic items, such as DVD players,
music players, and handheld gaming systems. Depending on the age of your child,
a movie, for example, can easily deliver two hours of non-stop entertainment. If deciding to pack along electronics, always remember to
pack extra car chargers or batteries.

Keeping children entertained when traveling is easy with some pre-planning. Children love to be busy seeing things and doing things, so making frequent stops if traveling by car can also be a great way to break up a long trip. Be creative and think from
your child’s perspective. After all, no one knows what your child loves more than you.

Fisher-Price Travel Doodler Pro

6. Pack Snacks
Also include snacks and water in spill proof containers for those in-between moments when your child may be suddenly hungry or thirsty. This may help in keeping your child satisfied until the next available meal time.§

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