The best holiday road trip distractions for screen-free kids
1. Road Trip Bingo
One of the great things about driving for the holidays is that your children get to see new parts of the state or country — but only if their faces aren’t buried in screens. This car bingo game with included dry-erase markers will keep their attention on their surroundings while they try to tick off common road trip sights.
Playing a game in the car might sound like a recipe for lost pieces, but these magnetic travel games keep the pieces stuck to the board through long trips. This 12-piece set, with classics like checkers, backgammon, and tic-tac-toe, will provide hours of entertainment for siblings.
This Mix It Up activity card pack from Pennycake is filled with fun prompts and games to chase away boredom on road trips. The on-the-go version is specifically designed with prompts related to the trip.
Take the classic game I Spy on the go with this travel edition. This seek-and-find card game is the perfect way to keep kids entertained and engaged with the scenery.
Fight road trip boredom with this engaging puzzle, game, and activity book for kids. It’s appropriate for children aged 7 to 10 and provides a little bit of quiet time for everyone in the car.
