{"id":10268,"date":"2021-12-22T15:52:57","date_gmt":"2021-12-22T04:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/?p=10268"},"modified":"2023-12-22T15:24:03","modified_gmt":"2023-12-22T04:24:03","slug":"how-to-keep-the-kids-entertained-on-your-next-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/articles\/how-to-keep-the-kids-entertained-on-your-next-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Keep The Kids Entertained On Your Next Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"
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After a busy year of work, school and so much more, with the summer break underway for many, it\u2019s always wonderful to escape the everyday and explore your own backyard.<\/p>\n

\u2018Cos nothing beats a great Aussie road trip!<\/p>\n

There\u2019s just one problem\u2026 \u201cARE WE THERE YET?!\u201d<\/p>\n

How do you keep the kids from tearing each other\u2019s hair out in the back seat on those long drives to your next stop? Well, we\u2019ve got some great screen-free ideas that just might help.<\/p>\n

Put the devices away and let the kids play<\/p>\n

We all know the drill.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve got your eyes on the road, the wind in your hair and the world at your feet. Then a small voice cuts through the serenity\u2026 \u201cI\u2019m bored?\u201d Ah, the dreaded call of the restless child!<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, the back seat crew usually aren\u2019t as impressed with the scenery as you are, and the iPad\u2019s nearly out of juice. Fortunately, we\u2019ve put together a list of family-friendly car games that will keep the kids entertained for hours\u2026 or at least until the next bathroom break.<\/p>\n

5 games you can play in the car with your kids<\/p>\n

1. I Spy<\/p>\n

A road trip classic! Plus, if you\u2019ve got younger kids who haven\u2019t learnt to spell yet, it\u2019s easy to switch the game up from letters to colours and shapes.<\/p>\n

For example, say \u201cI spy with my little eye, something round and red\u201d for a stop sign. Just remember, I Spy works best on roads with interesting scenery. If you\u2019re stuck on the freeway, maybe try another game.<\/p>\n

2. Spot-o!<\/p>\n

Each player takes turns choosing a colour, then everyone looks out for a car of the same colour. The first player to say \u2018Spot-o!\u201d and point to the coloured car gets the point for that car. After the agreed-upon time limit, the player with the most points wins the round.<\/p>\n

To keep it interesting, choose an uncommon colour. There are plenty of white cars on the road, and the players tally could get too high to keep count. Try yellow, or green, or even purple!<\/p>\n

3. Name the Celebrity!<\/p>\n

This one is great for older kids. One player starts by saying a celebrity\u2019s name. The next player must then think of a celebrity whose first name begins with the same letter as the preceding celebrity\u2019s last name.<\/p>\n

For example, a player might say, Dwayne Johnson, meaning the next player has to think of a celebrity whose first name begins with J, like Jennifer Aniston. If a celebrity\u2019s first and last name begin with the same letter (e.g. Kim Kardashian), you then reverse the order of who goes next.<\/p>\n

To make it more fun, add movie and cartoon characters into the mix as well.<\/p>\n

4. Movie Buff<\/p>\n

This game is about connecting actors with the movies they have starred in. One player starts by saying the name of an actor or actress. Then, the next player has to name a movie they starred in. The following player must then state another actor\/actress from that movie. And so on.<\/p>\n

For example, the first player may say Chris Hemsworth. The next player can then say \u2018The Avengers\u2019. The next player must then name another actor\/actress from that movie, like Robert Downey Jr.<\/p>\n

5. Alphabet Categories<\/p>\n

Start with a category like food, bands, cars, etc. You can try a broad topic or get as specific as you like, depending on the age of your kids.<\/p>\n

To start, the first player will name something within the category starting with A, then the next player will do the same using the letter B, and so on. For example, if the category is fruit you could start with Apple, then Banana, then Carrot and so on.<\/p>\n

Keep the family entertained and safe<\/p>\n

While playing games with the kids on a long drive is great, it\u2019s important to stay focused on the road and minimise any distractions. Safety should be everyone\u2019s top priority.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s also a good idea to check your windscreen and windows for cracks or chips before you leave. If you do find anything, give your local O'Brien\u00ae<\/sup> AutoGlass team a call so we can get your glass repaired and get you on your way.<\/p>\n

You can find your nearest O'Brien\u00ae<\/sup> AutoGlass branch here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Have a safe journey with O'Brien\u00ae<\/sup><\/p>\n

At O'Brien\u00ae<\/sup>, we\u2019re here to make sure you have a safe and memorable family road trip this Summer. With over 95 years of experience, our expertise and quality service make us Australia\u2019s leading vehicle glass repair and replacement company.<\/p>\n

We understand our clients more than anyone else. Plus, if you ever find yourself in a regional town needing urgent vehicle glass repairs, the O'Brien\u00ae<\/sup> team are just a phone call away.<\/p>\n

For more information, contact us on 1800 059 829<\/a> or explore our website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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