Travelling with kids can be very challenging and often one might avoid it to keep the calm, however, it is not completely unavoidable. What is more challenging is their need to always be engaged and entertained. While today it is easier to do this by giving them some screen time, it is more harmful than it appears. So, we suggest you to book your flight tickets and try LatinOFare’s tips to know how to keep your kids busy on a flight without screen time.
Read them a book
The best way to engage the kids while traveling is to read them a book with an interesting story with all the expressions. If need be, make up some characters that they like and include them in the stories. You could also frame your own stories that feature their beloved characters.
Bring them a new toy or toys
Kids have a small attention span and tend to get easily bored of anything. So, best is to carry some new toys along with a few old ones to keep them occupied for longer. Focus on buying toys that are relevant to their age, have some vibrant colors, and appeal to their interest.
Introduce them to people around and the cabin crew
Another thing that could come to your rescue is making your kid friendly with co-passengers and the cabin crew who can occasionally take turns to entertain the kid. With more people looking out for him, you will have load sharing and the kids will enjoy too. This is possible only if your kid is welcoming and friendly to strangers.
Get lots of healthy food and snacks
Munchies and munchies! Go a long way to keep those cranky ones occupied. Prepare some healthy snacks and carry them along with you during the flight. Keep feeding the kids something in intervals and they would be calm. Also, you could spin stories around food, make some cute noises to humor them, tell them interesting food facts or make some funny shapes of food to interest them further.
Make them listen to some music
If your child is of a certain age and has liking for music, do not forget to carry along a music gadget to lure him to stay quiet. A favorite playlist could go a long way in ensuring you have a good flight.
Play card or other games
Another good option to engage them is to play cards or any other desk game with them. The more the merrier, a change of games, sometimes new players, new rules, can keep them busy.
Carry along some school or art work
Most effortless and convenient option is to take along some interesting school work or art activities that you kid likes to do on a general day. This could help you slide off a good amount of time.
Though it is easier said than done, kids are so unpredictable that to keep them engaged can be an extremely daunting task. Nevertheless, if you have booked your air plane tickets, then ensure you keep these tips in mind to have a peaceful and less stressful flight.
