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Mom's Minivan O' Fun
Car Travel Activities for Kids
By Laurel Smith
Read Out Loud
This passes the time quickly in the car for the reader and for the family members who are listening.
Lego Contest
Have a contest to see who can build the best item that relates to where you are going. Use a shoebox or large ziplock bags to store the Legos.
Guess How Far Away That Is
Pick an object and have everyone guess how far away it is, then clock it on your odometer.
Play Favorites
Have everyone think of different "favorite" questions for the group. What's your favorite movie, flavor of ice cream, song, game, toy, place to visit, restaurant, book, animal, fish, etc? Be creative and don't forget to ask the driver too!
Aluminum Art
Give everyone a sheet of aluminum foil. Have them mold it into anything they want: animal shapes, Frisbees, balls, jewelry, crowns, headband, necklaces and masks. Be creative. It's inexpensive, fun and easy to clean up. Toddlers love this one too.
Remember that it's sometimes nice to sit in the back of the van with your kids while Dad is doing the driving and play some games right along side them. You might be surprised at how much fun you have too. Happy travels
