Summer is coming, and that means planeloads of kids traveling with their parents on their way to Disney.

Back when I flew as a kid, I was a happy camper if I got the airline goodie bag (usually some crayons and a coloring book). Oh, how things have changed…

I’ll show you 3 products that can make traveling with children a little easier.

iFrogz Tadpole Kit

The iFrogz Tadpole kit consists of a silicone case and a pair of special headphones that fit kids between 3 and 8. The case has 2 large grips on the side so your little one can hold it.

You still run the risk of them dropping your $300 player, but with the silicone case it should survive minor drops. Just be sure to keep the volume low and lock the buttons when you start their music (or video) so they can’t turn it up too loud.

iFrogz currently has a deal where they’ll sell you the case and the headphones for just $19.99 (+$8 shipping), saving you almost $15. I’ll have a full review of the product later this week.

iFrogz Tadpole kit

Trunki - luggage for little people

Another brilliant invention - cute luggage for your kids. These cases are carry-on approved and are sturdy enough for them to sit on while you pull them (and your own luggage) along. It comes in 3 different models, all with “secret compartments” and a carry/pull along strap. They are priced at $39.99 for the “basic” model, and $49.99 for a model with “teddy bear seat belts”.

Trunki Products

CARES - child airline seat harness

Travel is hard enough without having to drag along a 40lb car seat. Thankfully this new product means you can leave the seat at home - if your child is between 22 and 44 pounds.

You place the strap around the seatback, then connect the shoulder straps to the airline seatbelt.

It’s FAA approved (approval has also been granted for the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore), and is produced for the inventor by AmSafe (who make almost all commercial airline seatbelts). The CARES aviation restraint system costs $74.95 and comes with an installation DVD, carrying bag and instruction book.

Just remember that you’ll still need a car seat at your destination, so be sure to check whether your car rental company has seats available for you.

CARES - Kidsflysafe.com