The License Plate Game is a brilliant way to keep kids entertained during road trips. The goal is simple: spot as many different license plates from different regions as you can. You can make it a friendly competition, create a checklist, or even turn it into a mini geography lesson!
Kids sharpen observation skills, practice reading and memory, and learn a little about different states, provinces, or countries along the way. It’s easy to play with no setup and keeps everyone (even adults!) more engaged with the journey.
Materials Needed
• None
(Optional: notebook and pen for tracking sightings)
Tools Needed
• None
Steps
1. Explain the Rules: Look out the window and try to spot as many different license plates as possible.
2. Track the Plates: Write down or call out the different regions you find.
3. Compete or Collaborate: Play individually or as a team to fill a checklist.
4. Add Challenges (optional): Award bonus points for rare or faraway plates!
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