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If you’re planning on taking a long road trip with your kids this summer, you better be bringing some child-friendly activities in the car. And if you’ve been too busy packing your suitcase to give that part much thought, we’re here to help. The toys, activity books, and food organizers ahead are intended to keep little hands clean, occupied and device-free on the road .
HuffPost may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Every item is independently selected by the HuffPost Shopping team. Prices and availability are subject to change. The perfect snack container doesn't exi... wait. With soft flaps that are easy for little fingers to reach into, these spill-proof containers are a must for the car."I do not know how to have a child snack without these. It holds in anything around cereal size, and can be dropped without a mess. This leads to more healthy options during car rides, and less worry around the house. Personal favorites include dried fruit, sun chips and Cheerios.
Finally, a super-interactive, hands-on, multi-piece toy where no little pieces can fall off because everything is completely attached. Affectionately dubbed a"Busy Board", this folding toy has buckles, shoelaces, snap pockets, velcros, elastics and buttons to keep little hands occupied for hours."This was a great purchase for the price. Keeps children busy while also working on fine motor skills.
Silent, easy, all pieces contained together — these mini handheld games have it all. They're tiny enough to throw in your purse, and will keep little hands occupied for long drives."I try to keep my daughter stocked on low tech toys and like to throw them in the car for long trips. These worked great for that. She's still trying to beat my time on one of them. . I like the small size for in the car, and they are still fun no matter how old you are.
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