[blparent] Traveling with a Preschooler

[Jennifer Jackson]

These are my first thoughts in the frugal category. You might consider
locating a near by thrift store and spending a little on some toys that you
just plan to donate back at the end of the trip. You might also ask about a
near by library. The two of you could hang out there and play in the
children's section without a library card.

Perhaps there are family members or friends of the family that might be
willing to loan a few things for her to play with just while you are in
town?


Jennifer

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jo
Elizabeth Pinto
Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2012 5:27 PM
To: Blind Parents Mailing List
Subject: Re: [blparent] Traveling with a Preschooler

Thanks for the ideas.  I'm afraid I'm not very plugged in, so I don't have 
those devices available.



Jo Elizabeth

Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch; nay, you may 
kick it about all day like a football, and it will be round and full at 
evening.--Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
-----Original Message----- 
From: Erin Rumer
Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2012 4:08 PM
To: 'Blind Parents Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [blparent] Traveling with a Preschooler

The iPad or iPhone is the way to go for entertainment in one small device if

you've got either of those devices.  Otherwise, download some fun stuff on a

Leap Frog learning system or any electronic device like that.  If you're 
flying South West you'll be able to bring the normal 2 suitcases for free 
but other airlines charge unless you have perks through having their credit 
card.  If you have a Victor Stream you can download talking books and music 
for your daughter to enjoy.  A new coloring book would be fun if she likes 
to draw and keep her busy for quite a while.  They also sell lots of small 
puzzles and such for car trips that don't take-up much room and keep the 
kids busy for hours.

Hope this helps and have safe travels.

Erin

-----Original Message-----
From: blparent [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Jo 
Elizabeth Pinto
Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2012 2:09 PM
To: NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List
Subject: [blparent] Traveling with a Preschooler

I just found out Gerald and I will be flying with the kids to another state 
over the Thanksgiving weekend.  Gerald and his sister will be helping to 
pack up their parents' home because their mom and dad will be moving into an

assisted living place next month.  So my question is, do any of you have 
ideas on how I can keep Sarah entertained and out from underfoot for five 
days and five nights away from home?  I can't pack a lot of toys and stuff 
because of the luggage limitations on the airline flights.

Thanks,
Jo Elizabeth

Truth is tough. It will not break, like a bubble, at a touch; nay, you may 
kick it about all day like a football, and it will be round and full at 
evening.--Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
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