Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Do you ever feel like Clark Griswold whenever your family takes a road trip? Things don't go according to plan, you get lost, or the kids drive you crazy. As tomorrow is the busiest travel day of the year, we here at Ball Homes thought it would be appropriate to share a few ideas to keep your kids entertained (and hopefully keep your sanity intact) as you make the long car, plane, or train ride to wherever your holiday festivities may be.
Games
- "Name that Tune": a passenger in the car will hum the tune to a song and the other passengers need to gues what song it is.
- "I Spy": Use these printable cards from Prepared NOT Scared to spot different items along your route. The first person to spot all the items on their sheet wins.
Food
- Use an almost empty peanut butter jars to store apple slices or celery sticks. You'll save valuable space by using less containers.
- Use small shower caddies to contain meals for small children. Each child will get their own caddie to put their drink, sandwich and snack into, for an easy-to-hold and juggle-free organizer.
Organization
- Tie an over-the-door shoe organizer to the back of the front seats to keep small toys, crayons, and books in order and off the floor. The best part is that everything is right in front of your child, so they can reach it themselves, which means fewer distractions for the driver.
What other tips and tricks do you use to ensure a smooth road trip? Share them with us on our Facebook page!