What do you pack for kids for the plane?

[Native NYer]

When I went 2 years ago I let them each take a small backpack with their stuff (toys) in them, but I found going through security with my bag, purse and laptop, everones shoes having to come off, all jackets off and the kids bags too it was too much

This year I brought my netbook in my backpack, the kids DS's and games and travel colouring books and a few crayons in my backpack and my purse.. 2 bags was way easier.

We fly Westjet from Canada so the kids each have their own TV on the plane which is great!

Just remember that whatever you bring for them you may end up carrying as well

Good point. I always bring a backpack. Maybe I'll just stash their stuff in there, especially for the 2 yr old. I doubt he'll want to carry a bag.

I bring raisins, gum, fruit snacks to relieve ear pressure. Disney Pez, a Disney plush. The big hit from our recent trip was a pirate book with 3D glasses from Dollar Tree.

Gotta start checking out the Dollar Tree. Maybe they'll have some inexpensive things for the boys.