LIFESTYLE Issue 1096 · January 21, 2026

The Playroom: Pack & Play  

These compact, kid-approved picks make planes, cars, and cozy getaways a whole lot more fun!

The Playroom: Pack & Play  
Travel Buddy
Trunki Ride-On Kids Suitcase / Amazon

This Trunki ride-on suitcase is a travel lifesaver. It works as a carry-on, a ride-on, and even a tow-along — kids can sit and scoot, or happily walk it behind them like a little travel pet. It’s lightweight but surprisingly spacious, fits under the seat for takeoff and landing, and doubles as a footrest mid-flight. The carry strap makes it easy to grab when needed, and the built-in lock helps prevent curious kids from unpacking the contents across the terminal.

Mess-Free Magic  
Melissa & Doug On the Go Water Wow! Reusable Water-Reveal Deluxe Activity Pad / Amazon

This Water Wow! pad is a travel essential for airplanes, road trips, or even just relaxing downtime at your destination. Just fill the included brush with water and watch the reusable pages come to life when wet, and magically erase when dry — with no mess involved (or runaway crayons under airplane seats). This deluxe set includes a red lens to explore even more. Smaller and simpler Water Wow! pads are also available online.

Draw without a Trace
AYNAT FUN Large Magnetic Drawing Board / Amazon

This compact magnetic drawing board is an ideal companion for travel days and quiet moments away from home, offering unlimited creative play with zero mess. Using the magnetic stylus, kids can draw and experiment, then simply erase and start again — endlessly and satisfyingly.

Puzzles for Breakfast?
White Mountain 100-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle with six Different Puzzles / Amazon

These mini jigsaw puzzles may get mistaken for your vacation morning breakfast! Each of the six sets comes with 100 pieces in an adorable miniature cereal box with the image displayed on the outside. While the boxes are a bit small and flimsy for everyday home use, they’re perfect for a vacation home, Airbnb, or long Shabbos away — where you want toys you’ll be totally okay leaving behind and won’t have to worry about cleanup or long-term storage. You can easily order these ahead to your destination or pack them along.

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