Family-friendly travel accessories: Road trip edition

Hit the road, kiddo! Clockwise from top left: BusyKiddyFun for All activity kits; Trip Talk Box of Questions; Kalencon Seatbelt Snoozer; Kidz Gear Wired Headphones.

You’ve got the route mapped and the trunk packed for your big summer road trip. But have you figured out how to keep the kids entertained and prevent an endless stream of “Arewe there yet?” whining from the back seat? These products can help ensure smooth travels for everyone.

BusyKiddy Fun for All activity kits
The price point of these jam-packed kits may seem a little steep at first, but what price would you put on hours of quiet time? (Some days, no price is too high around here.)  An insulated canvas case (that can double as a lunchbox later) comes with 20 small toys and activities that vary by the age and gender you’re ordering for, including items such as Wikki Stix, magnetic blocks, puzzles and crafts. They even stash some tissues and wipes inside for inevitable cleanups. $50

The License Plate Game app
An iOS compatible version of the classic road trip gamelets you keep track of when and where you spot license plates, including specialized versions, and provides pictures to make them easy to identify. Free

Kidz Gear Wired Headphones
Get adult-quality sound in headphones that are designed to fit comfortably over pint-sized ears and come in a rainbow of kid-friendly colors. Bonus for you: They come with a volume limit cable that prevents maximum volume from going above 80 percent, meaning you don’t have to listen in on an umpteenth episode of Dora the Explorer. $19.99

Trip Talk Box of Questions
Encourage everyone to look up from their handheld devices and engage in a little conversation with this tidy kit that includes 45 conversation starters (“What’s the one thing you wish you could pack if it would only fit in your suitcase?”), quizzes and classic road trip games. $9.99

Pocket Kite
Make the most of pit stops by getting your brood to run around and burn off some steam. This inexpensive, foldable kite is a perfect stash-in-your-glovebox surprise that should do the trick. $5.

Kalencon Seatbelt Snoozer
Of the many seatbelt pillows on the market, this one’s a big hit with parents for it’s number seven-shaped design that prevents sore little necks and helps little ones sleep soundly. $30. 

Also check out Family-friendly travel accessories: Plane travel edition.

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