So, you’re planning a road trip with your little ones? Good luck. Just kidding, it can be a lot of fun…with the right preparation. And that’s where I come in. I’ve scoured the internet for the best free printable travel games for kids, and I gotta say, I found some gems. Your kids will never be bored…at least not for a little while.
License Plate Game
This classic car game never gets old. Print out this page, and have your little ones check off each state’s license plate as they see them. Bonus points if you can find Alaska or Hawaii…good luck, though.
I Spy
Another classic car game, I Spy is a game that can be played anywhere…even in a car. Print out this free I Spy game cards, and have your kids find the images on the page. You can make it extra hard by putting a time limit, like “you have to find everything in 5 minutes” or “you can’t talk while playing”.
Starfish Color Memory Match Game
If you’re looking for a quiet game to play while your kids nap in the car, this memory game is perfect. Print out the game cards, cut them out, and play! You can laminate them if you want them to last longer.
Printable Board Games
Who says you can’t play board games in the car? Print out these board games, bring along some game pieces (you could even use candy or snacks), and play your heart out. Just make sure to take it easy on the brakes.
Beach Word Search
Okay, so maybe you’re not going to the beach, but that doesn’t mean you can’t play this fun word search! Print it out, and see who can find all the words first. Bonus points if you can find “sunburn” or “sandcastle”.
Printable Board Game Templates
If you’re feeling creative, print out these board game templates for kids, and let them design their own game. You could even have a tournament, and see whose game is the most fun to play.
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Okay, so I don’t speak German, but I do know that these printable board games look like a lot of fun. And hey, it’s never too early to start teaching your kids a new language. Just print out these games, and let the fun begin!
Print and Play
This website has a ton of free games to print and play, including word scrambles, bingo, and tic-tac-toe. Just print them out, and have some fun on the road. Just make sure to have a pen or pencil on hand.
Noughts and Crosses
Also known as tic-tac-toe, this classic game is as easy as it is fun. Print out this version, and play to your heart’s content. Just don’t forget to switch sides, or else it might get boring.
Unicorn Memory Game
If you have a little one who loves unicorns, this memory game is perfect for them. Just print it out, and see who can match all the cards first. And don’t be surprised if your little one wants to play again…and again.
Well, that’s it! I hope these free printable travel games for kids will keep your little ones entertained on your road trip. And who knows, they might even learn something along the way. Safe travels!