For many families grandmother's house isn't simply over the river and through the woods. Rather it's a long, four-, or six-, or even eight-hour straight shot down the highway. For kids in the car, this can be rather...b-o-r-i-n-g. And when the kids become bored, they drive mom and dad nuts.Here are a few tips on keeping everyone happy and entertained on a long holiday road trip:
Sing Christmas carols. Yes, it's corny but singing Jingle Bells is bound to put everyone in the holiday spirit. Find song lyrics online at christmas-carols.net, print them out, and pass them out in the car.
Stop every two hours: You're probably in a hurry to get a taste of Aunt Sue's mincemeat pie, but it's wise to slow down and take the time to pull off the road so the kids can stretch their legs.
Listen to A Christmas Carol: Everyone in the car, even the driver, can listen to a Book on Tape, which you can borrow from your public library. You can also easily download audio books onto your iPhone or iPod. Holiday favorites include Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, The Night Before Christmas read by Meryl Streep, and A Christmas Story, the Jean Shepherd book that inspired the hilarious classic film.
Pack snacks. Fill a cooler with healthy snacks—dried fruit, cheese, crackers, fruit, and a few holiday treats such as homemade cookies.
Write holiday cards. Put the kids to work and have them help you write and address holiday cards. Younger kids can decorate envelopes with stickers.
Decorate the car. Kids can adorn their windows with holiday scenes by using Crayola's Window Crayons, which easily clean up with baby wipes.
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