traveling by car with toddlers

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traveling by car with toddlers

_{Started by Melissa , author of Jasper Walls} _{7/1/2010 12:51:20 PM}

I need some brilliant ideas on how to keep my little nuggets happy for oh, say, about 12 hours. I have some books and a little desk, with crayons. And snacks of course. Anything you can recommend? They are boys, ages 3 and 5. Pretty please? And thank you!

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Reply by Sara

_{7/1/2010 9:09:56 PM}

If you have to drive, I must admit that the DVD player was worth the $100 investment (included 2 screens) for at least giving a change of "scenery" now and then.

We also loosely followed our daily routine to break up the drive. Stopped for lunch, read some stories (in the car), then naptime as we drove. After naps, a video and snack - just like at home.

On the last 24 hour road trip we also made a map. My 3 year old didn't completely get it, but she was THRILLED when we finally pointed next to Grandma & Grandpa's house.

P.S. New to your community, but agree - kindness and chocolate. Yum!

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Reply by Melissa

_{author of Jasper Walls} _{7/5/2010 9:55:31 AM}

Thank you Sara. I got your response on my cell phone. I really appreciated your ideas. The DVD player was a life saver....and stopping to play was a winner!!!!! HOpe you had a happy 4th!

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