Is it getting harder to get the kids to look up from their screens on a road trip? Do you remember the days when passing time in the backseat meant watching clouds drift by, counting cows, or asking, “Are we there yet?” every 5 minutes? These days, the backseat is more like a mobile movie theater—with digital pacifiers firmly in hand! And while there’s nothing wrong with a little screen time, sometimes the best part of a road trip is a chance to actually connect with the ones you love the most!
Whether you’re cruising down the interstate or winding through the mountains, here are 10 screen-busting conversation starters that just might get your crew to unplug, laugh, and learn something new about each other. (Bonus: no Wi-Fi required!)
1. What’s your walk-on song if you were a pro athlete?
Because everyone deserves a dramatic entrance—whether it’s into a gas station parking lot or Grandma’s driveway. (Tech Rule Exception: Play everyone’s song on Spotify)
2. If our car were a spaceship, where would we go and who’s in charge of snacks?
This one gets wild fast. Plot your intergalactic road trip with these outer-space-themed Mad Libs.
3. What’s something you believed as a kid that turned out to be totally false?
Prepare for laughs—and possibly some “wait, that’s not true?” moments. (Santa, you’re on notice.)
4. If you had to give everyone in the car a new name based on their personality, what would it be?
This one could go in many directions, or over a cliff! Dad might become “Sir Farts-a-Lot.” Mom…well, let’s just be nice to Mom. You wouldn’t have those backseat snacks if it weren’t for her.
5. Would You Rather: Road Trip Edition
Would you rather eat only gas station food for a week or sleep (verrry carefully) with a skunk in your tent? Up the fun and put the questions on autopilot with this awesome Would You Rather Family Edition game.
6. Tell a story one sentence at a time
Go around in a circle and build a story one sentence at a time. It starts off tame, then takes a turn. Always. And there is nothing you can do about it!
7. What's your dream road trip destination—and what snacks are required?
Snack planning for road-trips is not easy and we all need a little help in that department. Grab this handy snack organization system with tray and certified by United Airlines (ok, maybe the last part is a stretch). However, please remember to fold your tray-tables up during all interstate takeoffs and driveway landings.
8. If we made a movie about this trip, what would it be called?
Bonus points for assigning roles and picking a theme song. (Wi-Fi Rule Exception: We’ll allow Spotify one more time to pick your perfect soundtrack.)
9. What’s one thing you’d like to learn how to do by the end of the year?
A little introspection between the potty breaks. You might be surprised by your little brother’s big plans!
10. License Plate Game—with a twist
Spot the states, but then instead come up with an outrageous idea about where each driver is heading based solely on the driver and vehicle. Most ridiculous wins! (Pro tip: Do not stare!)
Toss out these 10 screen-busting gems on your next road trip, and you’ll be steering your way toward more laughs, memories, and connection—with a little less scrolling.
Lastly, don’t forget to grab your Happiness is a Family Road Trip tee—we have sizes for the whole family! It’s perfect for everyone in the car who’s making the journey just as fun as the destination.
Until next time...Live Quirky. 🍄
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