Is it finally time to hit the road for that getaway you’ve been waiting for? If so, that probably means the car is all packed up and you and family are almost ready to buckle up and go! But before you do that it might be a good idea to double check and make sure you have everything you need to keep your little ones entertained. It’s no secret that traveling with little ones can become a headache very fast, that’s why it is important to be proactive and plan ahead. If your child/children have a favorite game or toy we suggest bring that along, but we also suggest bringing along coloring books, reading books, puzzles, learning games, etc. really anything that can keep them distracted. If this isn’t your first road trip, you’ve probably already had that all packed up. But if you’ll be traveling a long distance and you’re not sure if you have enough to entertain your kids, we have a couple find ideas for you below! Below you find a list of our favorite car ride games that are sure to keep everyone smiling and enjoying the ride! It might be a good idea to plan out when you’ll play the games, that way you don’t play them all at once and find yourself back at square one with nothing to do. Making sure you keep your little ones entertained is important, not only for your sanity but also for your protection. When kids become bored/frustrated they cry, whine, and even have temper tantrums, this can cause a distraction to you, which could lead to potential danger. So don’t wait any longer, check out our games below and get ready for a great car ride with your little ones!

1. I Spy: This is a car ride classic! It will keep the kids guessing and entertain for a good amount of time, plus it so much for them to feel like they have fooled you so don’t guess correct too quickly!
2. Road Trip Bingo: This fun game combines bingo with a scavenger hunt. Give each child a flat surface, like a clipboard or a notebook, and have them place it in their lap. each player gets a free printable bingo card and a ziplock bag with 16 pennies. When a player spies an item on his card, he covers the picture with a penny. Just like in regular bingo, the first player to cover all the squares in a straight line, wins.
3. License Plate Game: Make sure everyone has a piece of paper or come prepared and print out maps. Then write down or cross out each state you see, once someone has crossed out all 50 (or whoever has the most) they win!
4. 20 Questions. This easy-peasy game is great for young kids, thanks to its straightforward rules. Player One thinks of a person, place or thing. Everyone else takes turns asking questions that can be answered with a simple yes or no. After each answer, the questioner gets one guess. Play continues until a player guesses correctly
5. I’m Going on a Picnic. This alphabet-based memory game is great for kids 5 and up. You don’t need a game board or any materials. The game can be played with as few as two players, but it’s more fun when the whole family joins in. The first player says “I’m going on a picnic and I’m bringing…” followed by something that begins with A, such as apples. The second player repeats what the first person said, but adds something that begins with B. And so on. If someone forgets an item, she is out. To be fair, feel free to be lenient and give hints to younger players. The last player to be able to recite all the items on the list wins.