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Screen Free Activities for Travel
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items Here are some of the things that we make sure our kids have in their to go bags for screen free and quiet entertainment.
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Toys
Yoto Mini
Mess Free Art
Games
Toys
My son came home raving about PlusPlus after discovering it in his classroom. When I saw the travel case it became a restaurant and airplane/train staple for us. Open ended creativity and keeps the whole family busy! If you have more than one child I...
PlusPlus : Travel case
Magnatiles are another excellent open ended activity that keeps them quiet, engaged and off the tablets/TV’s while travelling or at restaurants. The case is magnetic so it works as a perfect activity to stay contained in a smaller space.
MAGNA-TILES microMAGS TRAVEL SET
We all enjoy the pushpeel. Create endless options and designs with easy to clean silicone strips.
Pushpeel Sensory Activity Board – Spruce | Silent, No-Mess Fidget Toy for Stress Relief, Autism, ADHD | Ages 3+ | Includes 11 Strings & Travel Bag - Walmart.com
Another magnetic building toy that my kids love. This one is a HUGE hit with the 3-5 year olds.
PICASSO-TILES 50PCS Kids 1" Pixel Magnetic Puzzle Cube Set, Mix & Match Building Blocks with Free Idea Book, STEAM Educational Sensory Toy Kit
It’s a lite-brite that you can’t lose the pieces for. It’s also has some basic games (like X & O’s) and pressing but buttons feels like a fidget popper!
Lite-Brite Touch - Catch The Light Art Game
Mini cars are another big hit when we travel. I keep a couple in my purse at all times. I like them better for travelling than the full size because I can fit more and they weigh less.
Disney Pixar Cars Mini Racers Variety 15-Pack
Similar to the mini cars, if you have a monster truck enthusiast the minis are a great size for tabletops and tray tables.
Monster Jam, Official Mini Mystery Collectible Monster Truck (Styles May Vary), 1:87 Scale, Monster Jam Toy Vehicle
Though it’s not the best for plane or restaurant use, these are fun and light to pack for a hotel/away stay.
Fat Brain Toys Foosbots Pack
These are perfect for windows and tables. We’ve been using Squigz for years and our kids still enjoy when we bring the out for a trip.
Fat Brain Toys pipSquigz
Yoto Mini
Telling you that my kids love their Yoto players would be an understatement. We use them every day. Whether it’s a pre-made card, a card that we made ourselves with our own stories or music, or even the daily kids podcasts and radio. The yoto mini is...
Yoto Mini Player – The On The Go Mini Audio Companion For Kids
The Make Your Own cards can be used for pre-made/downloaded playlists from the app, children’s podcasts, or record your own stories from home to listen to whenever.
Make Your Own Cards (Pack of 10) with 3 Sticker Sheets
Another excellent set of cards for the inquisitive traveller. No matter what your mode of transportation the BrainBots has excellent learning contents for all types of trip.
BrainBots: Transportation
The Magic School Bus was such a staple in my childhood and I just love being able to enjoy stories about what the Frizz is up to with my kids.
The Magic School Bus Pack
My 3 year old finds the Daniel Tiger stories really calming. This card and the Sleepy Stories are always at the top of our list.
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood 5-Minute Stories
Another Daniel Tiger that we cannot leave at home if we go on a trip. My 3.5 year old loves the stories and songs at bedtime.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Sleepy Stories
My 6 year old really enjoys this card. I’m really impressed by how much information he takes away from some of these cards.
Yoto Daily: Around the World
Mess Free Art
Mess free colouring with a hard surface that holds it all. There are tons of mess free colouring book options as well as blank paper.
Crayola Color Wonder Mess-Free Stow & Go Studio, Colour on the go!
Crayola Color Wonder Mess-Free Colouring Pages & Mini Markers, Bluey, Mess-free colouring pages
Crayola Color Wonder Mess-Free Metallic Paper & Markers Kit, Spidey & Friends, Mess-free colouring
This is another great mess free art option. You can change the colour of the light which my kids think is fun.
Discovery™ Mess-Free Glow Palette, DISCOVERY MINDBLWN DISC DRAWING PALETTE
These magnet boards are great for practicing letters and basic drawing. A fun alternative to the usual drawing boards.
Chuckle & Roar Magnetic Rainbow Draw for Ages 3+ by Buffalo Games, Chuckle & Roar Magnetic Rainbow Draw
Games
This magnetic snakes and ladders set is excellent to have on the go. It’s compact and stays neatly together in its little tin.
Mastermind Toys Magnetic Snakes & Ladders Pocket Game
A magnetic version of another classic puzzle game.
Thinkfun Rush Hour World Tour Magnetic Travel Game