Oh, Sweet September! Thanks for taking a gander at this Monthly Shopping Trip – Fave Five post today! We are gearing up for our first big family trip – we’re heading to the Smoky Mountains. I am so excited! So, this month’s Fave Five will be centered around family travel.
I’ll also apologize now because many of these items that I got from Sam’s Club are no longer in stores. I’ve tried my best to find links through other sources for you.
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Fave Five #1 – Mindworks Brain Puzzles
We’ve got a loooonnnnggg car-ride ahead of us. Once I saw these cool books, I knew these would serve as a great activity for Eric and I to keep busy as a passenger (instead of scrolling aimlessly) on our way to the Smoky Mountains.
I think it’s safe to say that we use the opposite side of our brain (left vs. right side), so these books will be a great way to keep our minds busy and learning. We haven’t broken these in yet, but I’ll be sure to report back once we do!
Price – $9.98
Link: I got nothing… you can find these on Amazon, but they are crazy expensive. Sam’s doesn’t have them in-store anymore, either. I’m sorry! Keep an eye out for them, or find a similar book!
Fave Five #2 – Melissa & Doug Hiking Activity Kit
This is why one should not go to Target outside of Monthly Shopping Trip time. Haha! However, this was kind of still a part of my MST, and it’s a heck of a find!
I happened upon this little Melissa & Doug Hiking Kit, and I could not resist. It’s the perfect activity to take along with us on our trip to the Smoky Mountains! Myles is going to love it, and there are two little booklets, so Gracelyn can have her fun right along with him.
I can’t wait to surprise them with this one!
Price – $9.99 @ Target
Link: Melissa & Doug Let’s Explore Set
Fave Five #3 – Paw Patrol Storybook Desk-to-go
Sam’s Club always has the coolest things! Coincidentally, they had this fun Paw Patrol lap-desk in-store right as I was gathering items for our trip. This is going to be a great little activity set for our car ride down to TN.
Price – $14.98
Link: Looks like they’re out of Paw Patrol, but here is one for Minnie, Puppy Dog Pals, and Frozen 2.
Fave Five #4 – 6-in-1 Fun Pack Card Games for kids
We desperately need some card games to start playing with the kids. This set of six games was a perfect solution at an excellent price point! I’m looking forward to playing a couple of these games on our trip with Myles.
Price – $5.97
Link: Hoyle Kid’s 6 in 1 Fun Pack Card Games
Fave Five #5 – 6 Pack Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle for Kids
Trying to find things for a one-year-old to do on a long trip is difficult! Their attention-spans are so short at this age. My strategy for keeping Gracelyn occupied going into our trip is to give her things that will keep her hands and eyes busy, with zero chance of a mess.
I thought these simple jigsaw puzzles would be perfect for her little hands, and they’re not so small that there’s a choking hazard or a million pieces that fall between our seats. I’m also hoping to set her up with lots of books. She loves looking through books right now.
Price – $18.99
Link: 6 Pack Wooden Jigsaw Puzzles
Bonus Fave
I got this National Park specific book for our trip to the Smoky Mountains. I thought it would be a great addition to our hiking adventures, and I’m sure Myles will get a kick out of it. It’s called, “Who Pooped in the Park?” It’s all about tracking animals based on the tracks and scat you find on your journey.
Price – $10.99
Link: “Who Pooped in the Park?” Book
That Does It
I know that this month was pretty kid-focused, but I hope all you Mama’s out there have some fresh ideas for gifts, traveling, or to add to your toy rotation! Let me know if you have any of these items and what you think!
Until next month,
-Mackenzy
P.S. If you want to read last month’s Fave Five Post, CLICK HERE.
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