This post is all about the best fun things to do on a long car ride.
Are you planning on taking a long drive with your family? Whether you’re driving an hour or the whole day, this list of fun things to do on a long car ride will keep your kids entertained!
As a mom of two, I know that long car rides with kids are not always enjoyable. My kids tend to argue and bicker in the car, and I sometimes can’t even hear myself think.
I am planning a few fun trips for my kids this Summer that are an hour or more away, so I knew I had to find some fun activities to keep the kids occupied and myself sane, ha!
Of course, I must share this list of fun things to do on a road trip with my mom friends! In this post, I share the best things to do on a long car ride for families!
This post is about fun activities to do on a long car ride.
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Long Car Ride Essentials:
Here are the car ride essentials that will make traveling with kids easier.
- Lap Desk or Tray
- Neck Pillow
- Hand Wipes
- Headphones
- Snacks and water
Fun Things To Do On A Long Car Ride:
This is the ultimate list of fun things to do on a long car ride for kids
1. Play would you rather
Would you rather is a fun, free, and easy game to play on a long car ride that will make the time fly by. My kids cannot get enough of this game. You simply ask each other would you rather questions, such as, would you rather be able to fly or have superhuman strength? This game can go on for hours!
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2. Ask trivia questions
Play a fun game of trivia with your family to pass the time on a long car ride! You can find tons of trivia questions and answers for any subject by searching online. Not only is trivia fun, it’s also an easy way to teach kids interesting facts. I love doing trivia with my kids over school breaks to keep their brains sharp!
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3. Have a scavenger hunt
Scavenger hunts are one of my kid’s favorite games to play in the car.
This card game has lots of items to find while in the car, and it will keep your little ones entertained!
4. Color
Coloring is the perfect quiet-time activity that will keep kids busy and give you some time to yourself!
Coloring books
Crayons
5. Read books
Have everyone bring their favorite book along to read in the car. My kids love Dogman, Captain Underpants, and Junie B. Jones books.
6. Listen to music
Have a fun car karaoke session and sing along with your favorite artists!
7. Watch a movie
Need some quiet time? Put on a movie for the kids. This is the part of the road trip where their tablets and headphones will come in handy!
8. Play a game to get to know your family better
Ask each other fun questions to start a conversation and get to know each other better.
Here are some conversation starters you can try:
- What is your favorite memory?
- What is your dream job?
- What is a place you want to visit?
- What is your favorite school subject?
- What is your favorite game?
9. Take a snack break
Who doesn’t love a snack break?! Pack your family’s favorite snacks and drinks or stop by a store and pick up yummy treats to snack on in the car.
10. Try to solve a Rubik’s cube
Have a child who likes to solve puzzles? A Rubik’s cube is a fun challenge that will keep older kids occupied! My 10-year-old son loves learning and practicing how to solve his Rubik’s cube; it keeps him busy for hours.
Rubik’s cube
11. Activity books
There are so many fun activity books to keep kids occupied on a road trip.
Activity Books For Toddlers
Activity Books For Big Kids
I hope you found this list of things to do on a long car ride for families helpful!
This post was all about the best things to do on a long car ride for kids.
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