Anything Will Entertain The Traveling Toddler

We packed toys.

Meh.

Aside from acting as objects of security, it was not really necessary. We are always outdoors and he barely touches them.

The toddler species is entertained and learns from just about anything. Steps, ramps, flowers, rocks, a slide, a bug, and of course, other children. That little mind is busy, busy, soaking up life.

In Noves, South of France, we met an incredible Canadian family traveling around France with three young children.

They gave me a new definition of minimalism:
a bucket
a shovel
a rake
three dolls (no clothes)

That's it. My jaw dropped when she told me that was all the toys they had packed for the trip.

The best part was her kids were not ripping each others faces off due to boredom, instead they were full of joy and busy exploring everything around them.

Here is a visual list of some of the all time favourite activities while on the road. A special shout out to anything involving throwing rocks into water. (splooosh! = good times for toddlers)