Help kids look at a map and see where they are going. Take along a bag full of small, wrapped, entertaining surprises. Children choose one item at a time. Keep travel items light, and safe for the youngest passenger.
Children can draw with more and more colors as they ride.
Stay alert with quick walks, light snacks, and a refreshing drink. Switch places for different, and safe, views of the scenery and seating companions. Map progress with a marker. Urge kids to draw the scenery they see as they drive along the highways. They could write a story about your holiday travels and submit it to Books and Beyond for publication .