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    How to Plan a Star Wars Themed Road Trip

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    This blog article was originally posted on my first blog In Our Pond.  I started out trying to put all my travel content on my homeschooling blog, but it grew to be too big.  So, I'm moving all the road trip stuff over here!  It'll probably take me a while to move all the posts, but I'll also be posting new content on here as well.  In Our Pond will now be exclusively for homeschooling and parenting content, while this blog (Party Through the USA) is for all the family travel posts.  Check them both out!



    Star Wars Themed Road Trip Ideas from In Our Pond

     It's almost May the 4th, which means it's time to start thinking about Star Wars!!!  I'm a bit obsessed with themed road trips.  In honor of May the Fourth, I present a totally nerdy Star Wars party on wheels.



    Star Wars Themed Road Trip Ideas from In Our Pond
    To keep everyone from turning to the dark side, be sure to pack lots of fun, themed foods and drinks.  From snacks to meals, Star Wars is the only way to travel.


    light saber silverware // Amazon

    teddy graham ewoks // Over the Big Moon

    grape light sabers // All Betz are Off

    Princess Leia Chips  // All Things with Purpose

    Vader-Aid // Catch My Party

    Darth Vader sandwich bento box // Wendolonia 

    cucumber tie fighters // Lunch Box Dad

    BB8 lunch box // Bento Ninja


    {More}
    - freeze Hans Solo in ice for the cooler
    - mac and cheese lunch box
    - light saber honey sticks and fruit





    Star Wars Themed Road Trip Ideas from In Our Pond
    Keep your young jedi happy with lots of Star Wars themed activities, both from on the road and while you're stopped.  Don't forget to grab the Star Wars soundtracks to make every moment of your vacation epic.

    visual dictionary // Amazon

    printable activity pack // Hazen Home and School

    Lego drawing book // Amazon

    glow stick light sabers // Keeping It Simple Crafts

    i-spy printable // Live Laugh Rowe

    quiet book // Phill and Mandy

    Lego i-spy book // Amazon

    sound storybook // Amazon

    {More}
    - SW printable puppets
    - light saber fine motor activity
    - light saber dive sticks




    Costumes, of course, can be anything from a themed t-shirt to a full costume.  Remember that comfort is key in the car, so chose wisely.

    spray shirt // Eclectic Momsense

    flight suit hoodie // Filth Wizardry

    painted shirt // Architecture of a Mom

    BB-8 Mickey shirt // Desert Chica

    Rey costume // Oui, Cest Chic

    Lego shirt // I am Momma, Hear Me Roar

    Vader shirt // Pinterest User

    robot shoes // Disney Mamas


















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