If your music interests are vastly different than your children s, you might consider getting them a portable CD or tape player and bring lots of batteries. But, agree in advance about its usage times. Take advantage of this time together and talk. Play games in the car to help shorten the trip. Hunt for different license plate numbers, see who can add up license plate numbers of the cars that pass you the quickest.
Kids get a head start since they are in the backseat.
See who can find the most out of state license plates. See who can find the most models of cars. One person starts a story with the setting and a character. Then they pass to the next person in the car who embellishes the story and passes it on. Bring along games or toys to help shorten the ride.