Parents

Packing Checklist for Little Kids

packing list for little kids

• Carry-on Bag/Tote

• crayons or washable markers

• coloring book

• sweatshirt/hoodie/sweater

• child\'s passport if traveling internationally

• plastic bags (for storing wet clothes, motion sickness emergencies, etc.)

• boarding passes

• itinerary

• contact info for where you\'ll be staying, rental car, etc.

• snacks (crackers, freeze-dried fruit, string cheese, etc.)

• sippy cups

• lollipops for takeoff and landing to relieve ear pressure if you\'re flying (or get a favorite drink once through security or from a flight attendant before takeoff)

• a couple of small favorite toys and a couple of new toys  

• extra outfit for child

• extra shirt for you

• laptop or tablet computer or portable DVD player with favorite DVD

• To have handy in case you arrive late or your luggage is lost:

• children\'s book

• favorite blanket

• lovey

• pajamas

• tissues

• digital thermometer

• children\'s nasal saline drops

• children\'s acetaminophen

• prescription medications

• antibiotic ointment

• bandages

• Gear

• lightweight stroller

• car seat

• travel potty

• Clothes

• outfits (1 per day + 2 extra)

• dressy outfit

• socks (1 pair per day + 2 extra)

• underwear or pull-ups (1-2 per day + 2 extra)

• shoes/sandals

• waterproof jacket with hood

• sun hat

•  barrettes/ponytail holders

• Bath

• universal sink/tub stopper (available at hardware stores)

• a couple of favorite bath toys

• children\'s shampoo/soap

• children\'s toothbrush

• children\'s toothpaste

• travel potty

• comb/hairbrush

• nail scissors

• sunscreen

• Bedtime

• stuffed animal/doll/lovey

• nightlight

• pajamas (1 per day + 2 extra)

• kids\' books

• Sun/Pool/Beach

• two swimsuits

• life vest

• a couple of favorite beach toys

• earplugs

• bug spray

• Cold Weather/Snow

• mittens

• parka

• snow boots

• snow pants

• warm hat