Keeping little ones entertained while on the go is a surefire way to minimize the stress of traveling with kids. Whether you are flying, driving, or traveling by train, avoid the dreaded “Are we there yet?” question by downloading these four apps before your next family adventure.
01
Epic!
What kid doesn’t love a good book? Unfortunately when traveling with kids there’s usually not enough space to pack your child’s favorite books. Besides who wants to carry heavy books throughout the airport? That’s why Epic! is perfect travel app for kids. Not only does Epic! lighten your loud it also reads books to your kids so you can focus on driving or whatever else you need to on your journey. The app also allows parents to create profiles for their kids so it will only show age appropriate stories.
02
Netflix
If you don’t have a Netflix account for your kids, what are you waiting for? Netflix has thousands of kid friendly TV shows and movies available for download. That means you don’t need access to Wi-Fi for your kids to watch their favorite shows, keeping themselves entertained for hours while on the go. It also comes in handy if you ever end up on a flight where the in-flight entertainment is a bust.
03
ABC Mouse
ABC Mouse is an educational app for kids 2-8 years old, and is filled with tons of activities that are sure to please both parents and kids alike. You can have your child practice their letters, numbers, colors, science and more, even setting time limits. If your kids enjoy putting together puzzles, creating artwork, and playing games the ABC Mouse app offers those options as well.
04
Spotify or Music App Of Your Choice
If you’re headed on a road trip, no matter your age, music is essential to passing the time. Chances are your music tastes are different from your kids, so instead of arguing over whose playlist gets played, download Pandora, Spotify, or your favorite music app. This way you can get in the zone and your kids can also sing their hearts out to their favorite Disney songs.
