Bring a clipboard with lots of fun activities like coloring pages, tic-tac-toe (if there will be two kids in the backseat), or a scavenger hunt. If they have a Switch or other game system, you can always purchase a new special game for the trip. Bring an iPad or a computer with a new movie. If your children like Lego, bring a hard box with some Lego inside. You can ask them to model something they have seen on the road or come up with a new design. Make sure you bring some snacks. I suggest a snack bag filled with a few different small snacks. Our snack bags always include pretzels, carrots, string cheese, popcorn, and Goldfish crackers. You can add something special your children really like. Or you can save the extra special treat for a reward. Make travel bags. You can make a new bag for each state you will cross, and when you cross into that state that bag is opened. You can include movies, books, snacks, and a small toy. Play games in the car. You can play "I spy" or "20 questions."
