Packing Checklist for Teens(13+)
What to pack for Teens By MiniTime
If you've ever had the urge to send your teenager packing, now's your chance: Give them this checklist and let them pack their own bags. (Okay, there's also a checklist for things you might want to hold on to yourself, like your child's ID and first aid supplies.) Here's everything your teen needs to be prepared for your next trip.
Suitcase
Clothes
__ outfits (1 per day + 1 extra)
__ dressy outfit
__ socks (1 per day + 1 extra)
__ underwear (1 per day + 1 extra) and bras (3 per week)
__ pajamas (2 pairs per week)
__ shoes/sandals
__ barrettes/ponytail holders
__ sweatshirt/sweater
__ jacket
__ hat
Child's Carry-on Bag/Tote
__ wallet/souvenir money
__ MP3 player and charger
__ cell phone and charger
__ headphones
__ deck of cards
__ homework/textbooks
__ journal/notebook and pen
__ washable markers
__ activity books
__ book/magazines
__ Gameboy or another handheld game
__ laptop, tablet computer or portable DVD player with favorite DVD
__ sweatshirt/hoodie/sweater
__ snacks
__ gum for takeoff and landing to relieve ear pressure
__ lip balm
__ glasses or contacts with case and solution
__ sunglasses
Parent's Carry-on/Tote
__ child's passport if traveling internationally
__ child's driver's license (if they're old enough)
__ plastic bags (for storing clothes that get dirty, motion sickness emergencies, etc.)
__ extra shirt for child
__ extra shirt for you
__ tissues
__ digital thermometer
__ children's nasal saline drops
__ children's acetaminophen
__ prescription medications
__ antibiotic ointment
__ bandages
Bath
__ shampoo/conditioner
__ soap
__ toothbrush
__ toothpaste
__ comb/hairbrush
__ deodorant
__ sunscreen
__ hair styling products
__ feminine products
__ makeup
Sun/Pool/Beach
__ 2 swimsuits
__ earplugs
__ beach towel
__ bug spray
Cold Weather/Snow
__ gloves/mittens
__ parka
__ snow boots
__ snow pants
__ warm hat
Health and Safety
__ prescribed medicine
__ aspirin/pain reliever
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