Packing Checklist for Tweens(9-12)

No longer just a kid but not quite a teen, your tween is old enough now to pack on their own--though you might need to double-check that they haven't forgotten anything before you leave. Here's everything you need to prepare for your next trip By

Packing Lists

Suitcase

Clothes
__ outfits (1 per day + 1 extra)
__ dressy outfit
__ socks (1 per day + 1 extra)
__ underwear (1 per day + 1 extra)
__ pajamas (2-3 pairs per week)
__ shoes/sandals
__ barrettes/ponytail holders
__ jacket
__ hat


Child's Carry-on Bag/Tote
__ wallet/souvenir money
__ MP3 player and charger
__ deck of cards
__ homework/textbooks
__ journal/notebook and pen
__ washable markers
__ activity books
__ children's book/magazines
__ Gameboy or another handheld game
__ sweatshirt/hoodie/sweater
__ snacks
__ gum for takeoff and landing to relieve ear pressure
__ lip balm
__ glasses or contacts with case and solution
__ sunglasses

Your Carry-on/Tote
__ child's passport if traveling internationally
__ laptop, tablet computer or portable DVD player with favorite DVD
__ plastic bags (for storing clothes that get dirty, motion sickness emergencies, etc.)
__ pajamas
__ 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

Sun/Pool/Beach
__ 2 swimsuits
__ earplugs
__ beach towel
__ bug spray

Cold Weather/Snow
__ mittens
__ parka
__ snow boots
__ snow pants
__ warm hat

More to Explore