Scavenger hunt printables: 50+ FREE Printable Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Posted on 22 января, 2023 by alexxlab

50+ FREE Printable Scavenger Hunts for Kids

A list of more than 50 free printable scavenger hunts for kids that can be used all year long — great activities for indoor & outdoor fun!

I love a good scavenger hunt for kids!! You might think it’s because scavenger hunts can be a great learning opportunity which is true — kids hone their observations skills, learn to work as a team, practice their reading skills and more.

But here’s my little secret …

I really love scavenger hunts because they are an awesome independent activity for kids!

Ahh…independent activities.

Which means I get a few minutes without hearing “Mom, Mom, Mom..” 🙂

For kids too young to read, you can find some great picture scavenger hunts.

And kids who are readers not only practice their reading skills but also make great leaders for younger sibs as they do a hunt together.

Adults can offer minimal help — for example, during dinner prep, read the items on the list while kids run around the house to find them. Plus scavenger hunts are great for holiday gatherings, birthday parties or just as a fun family activity on the weekend or a walk home from school!

Here’s a round-up of spectacular scavenger hunts for kids with monthly themes – more than 50 in all for year-round fun! We’ve included affiliate links for a few scavenger hunt items we love too!

One great thing that’s always good to have on hand is a sturdy 9 x 12″ Clipboard

and pencil — it makes it SO much easier for kids to keep track of the paper and check off items!

Some of the hunts are the traditional print-and-go type hunts while others are more unique — every one of them is a great adventure 🙂 Have fun!!

January: Winter Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Outdoor Winter Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Snow Day Scavenger Hunt | Fun Loving Families

Winter Nature Photo Hunt | Go Explore Nature

Animal Tracks Hunt | Edventures with Kids

February: Indoor Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Indoor Scavenger Hunt (with a math twist!) | Edventures with Kids

Valentine Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

ABC Scavenger Hunt (you can do 5 different ways!!) | Edventures with Kids

Indoor Scavenger Hunt (this one’s perfect for tweens/teens) | Fantasy Jr.

Rainy Day Scavenger Hunt | Momdot

March: Spring Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Early Spring Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Outdoor Spring Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Rainbow Photo Scavenger Hunt | Feels Like Home

St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Outdoor Sensory Motor Scavenger Hunt | The Inspired Treehouse

If you’re looking for fun items to add to an Easter basket, younger kids will enjoy My First Scavenger Hunt Card Game

and older kids will love this book The Pocket Scavenger.

April: Outdoor Kid Scavenger Hunts

Backyard Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt (works in any house!) | Edventures with Kids

Plus 12 Indoor & Outdoor Easter Egg Hunts too!

Playground Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

May: Learning Scavenger Hunts for Kids

ABC Architecture Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Outdoor Listening Hunt | Teach Preschool

Nature & Hiking Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Color Hunt (can be used inside or outside) | Coffee Cups & Crayons

Plus 40 Outdoor Scavenger Hunts too!

June: Nature Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Zoo Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Nature Texture Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt | 733 Blog

Indoor/Outdoor Scavenger Hunt | The Scrap Shoppe

Camping Scavenger Hunt | Mom Running On

And if you have kids who are always saying “I’m bored!” during the summer, try this UNBORED Treasure Hunt Game

to keep them busy & entertained!

More for You: 20 Summer Scavenger Hunts

July: Summer Scavenger Hunt Lists

July 4th Red, White & Blue Scavenger Hunt for Kids, Tweens & Teens | Edventures with Kids

Beach Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Under the Sea (Ocean) Scavenger Hunt (psst…you can do this online!) | Edventures with Kids

July 4th Scavenger Hunt | Moritz Fine Designs

License Plate Scavenger Hunt (great for road trips!) | Edventures with Kids

If you’ll be taking a road trip this summer, try this set of 15 Printable Road Trip Activities & Travel Games too!

August: Exploration Hunts with Clues

Nighttime Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Garden Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Insect Scavenger Hunt | Sparkle Box

Photo Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

September: Autumn & Fall Scavenger Hunts

Fall Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Hiking Scavenger Hunt | Make & Takes

Fall Leaf Hunt with printable cards | Edventures with Kids

School Shopping Scavenger Hunt | B-inspired Mama

October: Halloween Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Halloween Scavenger Hunt with word clues | Edventures with Kids

Halloween Scavenger Hunt for Kids with picture clues!

Autumn Scavenger Hunt | Chalkboards & Strollers

Pumpkin Patch Scavenger Hunt | Real Life at Home

Plus these: 18 Awesome Autumn Scavenger Hunts

November: Thanksgiving & Gratitude Scavenger Hunt Ideas

Thanksgiving Day Parade Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Gratitude Scavenger Hunt | Let’s Get Together

Thanksgiving Reading Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Turkey Feather Hunt | No Time for Flashcards

Thanksgiving Day Scavenger Hunt | It’s a Mom’s World

And if the family will be gathering, this Family Scavenger Hunt pack

is a great holiday activity!

December: Holiday Scavenger Hunts for Kids & Families

Christmas Decorations Scavenger Hunt (can be done inside or outdoors!)

Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt | Not Consumed

Christmas Geography Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

Holiday Scavenger Hunt | Tatertots & Jello

New Year’s Eve Scavenger Hunt for Kids | Buggy & Buddy

Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt | Edventures with Kids

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55 Hands-on Science Activities

40 FREE Pretend Play Printables

20+ Free Scavenger Hunt Printables For Every Occasion

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We absolutely love scavenger hunts and treasure hunts in our home. So I wanted to share our absolute favorite scavenger hunt printables we have to offer on Homeschool of One.

The reason we love scavenger hunts is that they are so easy to organize, and the whole family can get involved and have fun.

All of the scavenger hunts and treasure hunts included on this page are from Homeschool of One, so you don’t need to subscribe to multiple email lists! I have created them all just for you.

There are two different types of hunts included in this post. The first list is a traditional scavenger hunt and the second list is rhyming treasure hunt clues. There is a mix of indoor and outdoor scavenger hunt printables that you and the kids are going to love.

We have a scavenger hunt or a treasure hunt for every holiday and every occasion. But if we don’t have what you are looking for just email me and I will make it for you. Check out all of our other free printables to see what else we have.

This post will be updated regularly as we add new scavenger hunt printables. There are currently 21 different hunts for you to print out for free.

**There may be affiliate links in this post. If you make a purchase (after clicking one of my affiliate links) I’ll earn some coffee money, which I promise to drink while supporting your journey. You do not pay a higher price. You can read my full disclosure at the bottom of the page.**

Have the best fun exploring with our free scavenger hunt printables.

These all print out on letterhead paper, and we definitely prefer printing them on cardstock (and even better if you laminate them so they last for years to come!).

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Outdoor Scavenger Hunts

We enjoy outside scavenger hunts the most as it means we are getting fresh air, and exploring as we play. These are all the best free outdoor scavenger hunts we have.

Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt

Get the kids out and about exploring where you live with our free neighborhood scavenger hunt.

Garden Scavenger Hunt

Have fun in the garden with this free garden scavenger hunt, it is a great way to explore nature in your own backyard.

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt

Celebrate the planet with our free Earth Day scavenger hunt printable.

Tree Scavenger Hunt

This tree scavenger hunt printable is a perfect activity to celebrate Arbor Day.

Road Trip Bingo

This free printable road trip bingo is slightly different. But you have to spot the items on your road trip. You can play it like a scavenger hunt by just marking off the items you see.

Camping Scavenger Hunt

Going camping with the kids this year? No worries print out a few camping scavenger hunt printables and you will be the most popular campers on the campsite!

Beach Scavenger Hunt

Heading to the beach this summer? If so print out our free beach scavenger hunt and have fun exploring.

Butterfly Scavenger Hunt

Are you learning about butterflies or heading to a butterfly farm? If so you are going to love our butterfly scavenger hunt printable included in our life cycle of a butterfly worksheets.

Zoo Scavenger Hunt

If you are going to the zoo print out our 2 zoo scavenger hunt printables and see if the kids can find all of the animals.

4th of July Scavenger Hunt

Celebrate Independence Day with the kids with our free 4th of July scavenger hunt.

Halloween Photo Scavenger Hunt

Have fun with the older kids this Halloween with our free Halloween photo scavenger hunt for teens and tweens.

Thanksgiving Photo Scavenger Hunt

Have fun with your teens with our free Thanksgiving photo scavenger hunt. Grab your cellphone and try and take as many photos as you can of the items listed in the time given.

Christmas Photo Scavenger Hunt

Have fun with your older children this holiday with our free Christmas photo scavenger hunt.

Indoor Scavenger Hunts

Don’t let the rain stop you have a scavenger hunt. These are the best indoor scavenger hunts we have, and two of them are perfect for homeschoolers.

Book Scavenger Hunt

We love to read in our homeschool and this book scavenger hunt is a great way to make reading and going to the library more fun,

Homeschool Scavenger Hunt

A great back-to-school activity is our free homeschool scavenger hunt.

Mother’s Day Scavenger Hunt

Spend some quality time with mom with our free Mothers Day scavenger hunt printable.

New Year’s Eve Scavenger Hunt

Have fun with the kids this New Year’s Eve with our free New Years Eve scavenger hunt.

Indoor Treasure Hunt Clues

These are rhyming clues that need to be hidden in order for the children to find a present at the end of the treasure hunt.

Valentines Treasure Hunt

Love is in the air! Hide these 12 Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt clues around the house for the kids and/or adults to find. Leave a nice little gift with the last clue.

St Patricks Day Treasure Hunt

The Leprechaun’s have been up to no good again and have hidden these St Patricks Day scavenger hunt clues around the house. There are 12 clues to find, and all clues can be hidden inside the house.

Easter Treasure Hunt Clues

Let the Easter bunny hide these rhyming Easter scavenger hunt clues around the house.

Star Wars Treasure Hunt

May the force be with you! Hide these Star Wars scavenger hunt clues around the house, perfect for Star Wars Day.

Halloween Treasure Hunt

Is this a trick or a treat? Hide the Halloween treasure hunt clues around the house and lead them to their candy,

Thanksgiving Treasure Hunt

There are 12 Thanksgiving scavenger hunt rhyming clues to hide around the house. These clues are not numbered so you can hide them in whatever order you want.

Elf on the Shelf Treasure Hunt

This Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt is a great game to play. Leave the clues hiding around the house for the children to find where the Elf has landed.

Christmas Treasure Hunt

Hide the Christmas presents this year with our free Christmas treasure hunt clues. There are 12 rhyming clues to hide around the house.

What are the best Treasure Hunt Gifts?

You absolutely do not need to give a gift at the end of the treasure hunt or scavenger hunt. Maybe just some candy would work well, but if you wanted to give a small gift these are our favorite ones we have used in the past.

We really loved On the Nature Trail perfect for kids aged 4-8.
Toddler scavenger hunt cards
Pirate treasure dig

If you have older children they might prefer our free escape room puzzle ideas, and our:

Easter escape room ideas
Halloween escape room party invites and ideas.
Thanksgiving escape room
Christmas escape room

Last Updated on 23 November 2022 by homeschoolof1

Fun Brain Breaks for Kids

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According to various researches and studies, children cannot work more than 4-5 hours as school takes up to about 3 hours. The generally accepted rule is that the time children have to do their homework should be based on the class they are in. A fourth grade student is required to work on their homework for 40 minutes. But children have shorter attention spans than adults, and in order to keep their attention, parents and teachers need to divide time and include some fun activities to make learning more interesting for children.
Anyone may have a question: what are brain breaks? brain breaks for children are short breaks that children take during tasks or while studying to relax their muscles and brain; the most important.
Brain breaks are important for children and help them relax: mentally and physically. Fun brain breaks keep kids motivated and encourage them to perform even better. Fun activities called brain breaks can be followed at home or school. Below are some fun activities for kids that can help parents and teachers to encourage them.

1- Dancing

The first activity we have on our list is dancing, and who doesn’t love dancing. This is the best brain-breaking activity where kids can lose control, dance with all their heart and get as much as they can! Dancing has many benefits, as it is one of the greatest exercises that involves all parts of the children’s body from head to toe. Not only is this a fun exercise, but it also develops kinesthetic memory as children learn dance, movements, patterns, etc. Dancing is the most preferred form of entertainment for children.

2- Volleyball or ball throwing

Some kids don’t like to dance, so don’t worry, we’ll have your back. Volleyball and ball throwing have become fun with a surprising twist. Instead of a ball, all you need is a water balloon! Take as many balloons as you want, fill them with water and start the game. Since it’s almost summer and water games are quite a brain-bending fun activity to get your hands on.

3- Yoga

Yoga may seem a bit boring, but it’s the best brain-breaking activity. In addition, it is the best way to relax the muscles and the brain. Soothing background music and meditation for a couple of minutes can really work wonders, and not only children, but also adults can take part in this activity, as it motivates children too. Encourage children to bend, stretch and express themselves for this exercise. Parents and teachers can take notes in apps available on the app store to make yoga more fun for kids. Undoubtedly, this is the best stress reliever for kids of all ages, so everyone better try it today!

4- Scavenger hunt

Is there anything more exciting for kids than this? There may be one, but scavenger hunt is every child’s favorite game. This can be done both indoors and outdoors, the instructor can pass the list of hidden objects to the child and provide a timeline to keep the kids having fun. Kids can give their suggestions too and it will be more fun than ever before. Without a doubt, we can call it one of the best mind-bending activities for kids.

5- Puzzles

Puzzles are once again the best entertainment for children. Puzzles come in different shapes, shapes, sizes, and number of pieces. This activity can be of great value, as you can start with a simple set of puzzles and gradually level up. This brain activity is perfect for toddlers when they can’t get outside in the scorching heat. The puzzle helps children develop better cognitive skills and also strengthens baby’s fine motor skills. Try these addictive puzzles to improve your problem solving skills. Incorporate these fun brain exercises into your child’s learning schedule to encourage them.

6- Entertainment and educational applications

During a global pandemic, it is difficult to offer any kind of outdoor activities for children or anyone else. Kids these days are lacking in fun when it comes to their entertainment and fun activities, it is very important to stay safe and follow all standard operating procedures. These trivia questions app for kids combines a great amount of educational and entertaining balance, interesting games, videos and a wide variety of fun activities. Below is a list of some of the best entertainment apps for kids to consider.

- Juice of words
- Gonoodle Application
- Speech Blubs
- Adventure Academy
- Draw it game
- Piano Master
- Wordscapes application

7- Card games

Card games are one of the best entertainments for children. Not only is it fun to play, but it also keeps your mind sharp and active. Card games also improve your social skills, memory and motor skills. One of the best card games you can find on the internet is Bliss Solitaire. Start playing this entertaining and addictive game right now and let your brain rest!

A fun reading comprehension game that helps parents and students improve their reading skills and ability to answer questions. This English reading comprehension app collects the best stories for kids to read and answer related questions!

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TRUCK HUNT IS A FAMILY GAME: montessoriblog — LiveJournal

The scavenger hunt game was invented in America and has been played by fans, young and old, for many years. The rules are simple: players are given a list of items that they must discover in a given space within a certain amount of time. The winner is the one who quickly finds the items on the list. A green fruit, a round object, something metallic — come up with any tasks you want and see how the children cope with them in different ways.

Step one — choose a place

The search operation can be carried out at home or outdoors: in the yard, in the nearest park, or even throughout the city, if, for example, you travel with your family by car or bicycles. If you are planning a home party for children, divide the participants into teams and set the game time for 15-20 minutes. And if you came up with a hunt just for your family, play for fun, take your time. To play you will need a pre-compiled list of items; a box in which you can put the finds; markers to mark found items in the list.

Step two — make a list of «finds»

The list of items for the game depends only on your imagination. Let the tasks be as simple as a ball, a newspaper, a rectangular thing, or intricate: can the participants find an object in the city park that can be sent for recycling? Ready-made templates with tasks can be found on the Internet (mostly in English), but it will be much more interesting to create them yourself.

Examples of finds for the home:

knitwear;

sweetness;

a book with more than 400 pages;

something useful in sports;

something smaller than a dice, etc.

For outdoor hunting, these can be:

mailbox;

lamp;

a person who walks a dog;

that which can fly;

something to sit on, etc.

Step three — set the rules

Before starting the game, discuss the rules with the participants and make sure they understand them. Can the children scatter through the list, or do they have to check the items in order? Can team members work separately to save time, or should they always be together? How will the winner be determined: by calculating the points for the items found or by filling out the entire list?

Scavenger hunt can be played anywhere, even in the airport lounge. Write a list in a notebook and go in search of a passenger who travels with a pet; a pink suitcase and a man who reads a newspaper. During a road trip, invite your child to check the list of oncoming cars of all colors of the rainbow. On a walk, ask to find all the letters of the alphabet on street signs.