So my family and I are going on a car trip and I will be packing a lot because this is a 3 hour trip to where we are going so I will tell you the basic needs and what to do on a car trip for teens to small children.
 Packing Tips - So where we will be going is a place that gets a lot of rain

• bring a small carry-on or backpack that won't take room for your comfort
• never forget to bring souvneir money if you are going to a place that you haven't been before
• Always bring credit cards, cash, insurance card, driver's license and medical aid kit 
• roll your clothes into tiny  rolls so you can pack more clothes and they will stay wrinkle free
• Always bring extra clothes, blankets, food, water and pillows

Entertainment - 0-3

•  bring a bunch of fun and educational books for them so in a traffic jam they will get distracted
• Try to put them to sleep if you suspect they are getting tired, sing to them or rock their carseat very gently
• Always bring food and blankets for them it could be a long ride

Entertainment - 4 - 7

• bring any electronic that they can play on or watch their favorite movie on the way
• bring their favorite books to read
• print out coloring sheets or buy some so they can color their imagination to life

 Entertainment -  8 +

• They are at that age where they like to entertain themselves in any way that keeps them busy
• Electronic are a crucial entertainer for long trips in any transportation
• Music, magazines, interesting books, naps and snacking

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