For traveling with small children, whether by car or plane, it makes the trip more fun for them to have their own “carry-on” bag. A child-sized backpack works well. Must haves to pack in it:
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Snacks: just a few, most will be in your bag for portion control
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Art supplies: a notebook/coloring book and crayons. Crayons are less messy than markers and less sharp than colored pencils – don’t bring the 64 pack unless you want to retrieve that many when they spill.
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Small, favorite plush toy: good for conversations and snuggling when they get sleepy.
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One-piece toys/games: Again, less parts to retrieve
One thing that should NOT come on the airplane – any toy that makes a noise. The little blip, beep, tick, or tune that is harmless in your home becomes an amazing annoyance (to you and your seatmates) when heard repeatedly in a 2 x 2 foot space.
Some very good points, ironic thing on our flight, business was hell Ecy was blissful. Go figure! Think our little one was enjoy being around with other small children and not snotty nose people up the front..