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RV LIFE: With Kids
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items All of our favorite finds for making RV life with kids easier, more fun, and a little less chaotic. From organization and activities to books, games, and everyday essentials, these are the products that help our family of 6 thrive while living, learn...
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Outdoorsy / Survival
Fun & Games
No/Low-mess Activities
Books
Storage
Outdoorsy / Survival
Our favorite outdoorsy and practical gear for RV life with kids. These are the adventure-ready products that help keep our family prepared for hikes, campfire nights, exploring, and all the little wild moments that come with raising kids on the road.
Our son has this compass and enjoys using it so much. It comes in a nice storage pouch to keep it handy and protected. And it's accurate with its directions.
Sportneer Lightweight Waterproof Orienteering Compass
We actually have 4 of these- one for each kid. It's a fun way to make a fire the old-fashioned way. We have even gifted these as well.
4" Survival Ferrocerium Flint Fire Starter Kit
Magic Flames are always a hit and last for quite awhile giving off beautiful colors in the campfire.
HGD 6 Pack Magic Campfire Color Packets
Whittling is a fun outdoor activity that we have all enjoyed! This kit comes with wood, numerous tools, and cut resistant gloves.
MaiaHome Wood Whittling Kit with 8 Basswood Blocks & 3 Knives
Each of our kiddos have their own backpack. These have held up well, have a good amount of pockets for organization, and come in a variety of colors.
MOUNTAINTOP Kids Lightweight School Backpack
A favorite for all ages. Folds up very compact, hangs up easily, and dries quickly.
SZHLUX Double & Single Camping Hammock w/ Straps
Bike baskets- great addition to our kids bikes! Taking towels and toys to the pool, picking up packages from the camp store, or just bringing a snack along for the ride.
Kids Front Bike Basket - Metal, Cute Accessory
Rollerblades are making a comeback! Love that these are adjustable and can expand with fast-growing kids.
Kuxuan Boys Adjustable Inline Skates with Lights
Great little kid bike seat for longer rides. Our 6 year old enjoys this. We don't use the handle bar though, he just holds on to my waist or the seat itself.
Kids Bike Rear Seat with Backrest & Pedals
Bike baskets- great addition to our kids bikes! Taking towels and toys to the pool, picking up packages from the camp store, or just bringing a snack along for the ride.
Kids Bike Basket with Adjustable PU Straps
Fun & Games
Our go-to games and active play favorites for RV life with kids. From campsite classics to easy grab-and-go fun, these are the toys and games that keep our crew moving, laughing, and making memories wherever we’re parked.
A fun indoor/outdoor game- the darts stick well to the outside of the camper. But you could also play on a smooth table, window, or even the fridge!
Popdarts Pro Pack Blue & Green Suction Game
Durable and brightly colored. Hard to miss if you kick it into the woods…don't ask how we know ;)
adidas Unisex MLS Soccer Ball
A fun outdoor activity for all ages! There are a few different ways to “officially” play included in the instructions. It's held up well after a good amount of use.
Foxtail Sport - Original 90s Throw & Catch
Fun frisbee game for the whole family. Great for BBQs and Picnics!
Kan Jam Disc Toss Game - Outdoor Backyard Fun
Fun Catch and Toss game that is easier for kids than a baseball mitt. Stores nicely in the provided mesh bag.
Ayeboovi Toss and Catch Ball Game Outdoor Toys
Water fun! Reusable and no pieces of water balloons everywhere! Our kids play with these in and out of the pool!
12Pcs Reusable Water Balloons for Kids
LED Foxtail fun that continues on into the night!
Foxtail LED Outdoor Throw & Catch Glow Game
A light-up version of an old classic! Our kids have had so much fun playing Capture the Flag with their friends!
Redux Glow in The Dark Capture The Flag Game
No/Low-mess Activities
Our favorite no and low-mess crafts and activities for keeping kids entertained in small RV spaces. These are the simple, travel-friendly picks that make rainy days, travel days, and quiet afternoons on the road a whole lot easier.
Great activity for a rainy day! Kids can make fun animals with foil and stickers and add them to a scene. There are lots of different themes for all interests!
Skillmatics Foil Fun - Animals Art Kit for Kids
All our kids have loved paint by sticker books. There are lots of different themes and age ranges. Our youngest has used the ones with Letters to work on his alphabet!
Paint by Sticker Kids: Outer Space Glow Stickers
Fun, no-mess activity for rainy days. Lots of different themes to match any of your kids favorite things!
Skillmatics Foil Fun - Space Art Kit for Kids
Easy & compact bracelet making kit. We love that it all stores within the kit.
DDAI Friendship Bracelet Making Kit for Kids
Great sticker-by-letter book, perfect for ages 4-6 learning their letters
Brain Games - Sticker by Letter: In the Wild
Books
Our favorite travel-inspired books for curious kids on the road. From camping stories and children’s atlases to reference books that spark questions and exploration, these picks make learning feel like part of the adventure wherever RV life takes us.
One of our favorite children's books! The illustrations are gorgeous and the rhyming patterns are pristine!
A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee - Early Readers
A very fun and interesting reference book for life on the road!
National Geographic Kids U.S. Road Trip Atlas
Great reference book for kids traveling the USA! Vibrant pictures and interesting facts!
National Geographic Kids US Atlas, 7th Ed
Kids world atlas with great pictures and information!
National Geographic Kids World Atlas, 7th Ed
Storage
Our favorite kid-friendly storage solutions for keeping RV life a little less chaotic. From easy clean-up toy bags to clever stuffed animal storage, these simple finds help keep small spaces organized while making it easy for kids to play, clean up, ...
We couldn't possibly travel without LEGO, this makes storage and clean up a breeze. The kids can easily take the Legos to different areas and even outside.
DaWikity Kids Toy Storage Basket & Play Mat
Our kids love stuffed animals! We would be swimming in them without the "Stuffy Puffy". We have the large one and it holds a lot! It also doubles as a cozy bean bag chair.
Fluffy Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Cover
Our kids love stuffed animals! We would be swimming in them without the "Stuffy Puffy". We have the large one and it holds a lot! It also doubles as a cozy bean bag chair.
Fluffy Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Cover
We use these to store the kids homeschooling books. Each kid has their own bin to keep their books and supplies. Easy for them to grab all of it at once and find a place to work.
Sterilite 4-Pack Large Stackable Storage Bins