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22 Great Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids

Kids big and small love searching for treasure. There’s something about following the clues, one by one, anticipation building as they get closer to “X.” You might not have the time or desire to dig a hole in the yard, but that doesn’t mean your kids can’t go on an adventure right now. An iMOM scavenger hunt is fun, a little bit silly, and no shovel is required! 

We have a scavenger hunt for each of the big holidays, which is perfect for keeping the kids occupied so you can get some of the to-do list done. And our any-day scavenger hunts are handy for sleepovers or when rain sidelines your outdoor plans. If you don’t have a prize for the end of the hunt, don’t stress. A piece of candy or a love note will leave your hunter beaming! And don’t tell the kids, but these scavenger hunts will help them work on their reading and problem-solving skills. Talk about buried treasure! Mom win!

Dollar Store Scavenger Hunt

dollar store scavenger hunt

Looking for a fun rainy day activity? Need to get out of the house and let the kids stretch their legs and exercise their brains? Try our Dollar Store Scavenger Hunt! Print the list, pile the kids in the car, and solve the riddles to grab items from the shelves. There are plenty of jobs for everyone!

Water Scavenger Hunt

Need a fun activity on your next vacation? Send your kids exploring with our Water Scavenger Hunt. Whether you’re at the beach or the lake, send your kids on an adventure to find these items. Print out whichever page of the scavenger hunt that fits your trip and soak up the memories today.

Treasure Hunt Clues

The next time your kids come up to you and whine, “I’m bored!” We have two words for you – Treasure Hunt! Download our new Treasure Hunt Clues printable.

Selfie Scavenger Hunt

Update your party with a 21st-century take on a classic: a selfie scavenger hunt. All you need is a phone (or dust off an old digital camera if you have one!) and our free printable. Print your list, pick a time limit, and go hunting. 

City Scavenger Hunt

city scavenger hunt

A trip to the city offers plenty for everyone to experience. There’s so much to see! With their eyes peeled, your kids might notice more with this handy checklist. If they’re old enough, give each child a copy along with a pen to check off the sights. If the kids are little, guide them along the way by working on the City Scavenger Hunt as a team.

Photo Scavenger Hunt

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No plans for the day? Then take your kids on a fun photo scavenger hunt outdoors. See how many photos you and your kids can check off this list! Or, if you have a large group, split them up and see which team can get the most photos taken in an hour.

Mall Scavenger Hunt

A mall scavenger hunt is a fun rainy day activity for families, but it’s also perfect for a tween’s birthday party. Grab a mom friend to help chaperone and then break into teams. The kids will love scurrying around, finding the items on the list, snapping photos, and being silly. No one will even mind that you’re not actually shopping.

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Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt

Are you ready to head outside? Print out our list of 30 items and then look high and low for each one as you walk (or bike!) around the neighborhood. How many can you check off the Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt list today?

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Nature Scavenger Hunt

nature scavenger hunt

Nature is fascinating but easily overlooked. Our Nature Scavenger Hunt is a fun way to teach your child about how to perceive life. You can discover it in your backyard, a park, a pond, or a beach.

Birthday Scavenger Hunt

Looking for a unique way to celebrate a birthday? A birthday scavenger hunt is a fun way to build anticipation and excitement while making your child feel like the guest of honor. This hunt has eight steps, including the starting clue and the final “Happy Birthday” note. Just hand the starting clue over and let the hunter run wild!

Superstore Scavenger Hunt

This Superstore Scavenger Hunt is a blast! It’s great for a free family night out or a tween’s birthday get-together with a couple of friends. Grab the family and head to the nearest superstore. It’s fun, free and a total memory maker, so don’t forget the camera.

Colorful Treasure Hunt

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I spy a colorful treasure hunt for kids! Each treasure hunt clue in our newest printable has something to do with colors. And, believe me, little kids and big kids will love seeking, finding, and figuring out these clever clues.

Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt

Valentine's Day Scavenger Hunt

Even though Valentine’s Day is meant for couples, kids absolutely love it! Many of us came home from school with a brown bag full of cards from our classmates. But did you ever come home to a Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt? Send your little loves on a hunt for whatever prize you have in mind.

Spring Treasure Hunt

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When spring has sprung or when the weather feels like it’s spring, send your kids outside for this Spring Treasure Hunt! After being stuck inside for the winter, a fun outdoor activity will breathe life back into your family’s spirit!

Bible Scavenger Hunt

Who said thumbing through your Bible had to be boring? iMOM’s Bible scavenger hunt printable is a fun way to grow more familiar with the scriptures and have a friendly competition within your family, small group at church, or youth group. Check out both versions!

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Camping Scavenger Hunt

Our camping scavenger hunt is a perfect distraction for the kids while you set up camp or prep dinner around the fire. Better yet, get the kids involved with both of those activities and leave time for everyone to do the scavenger hunt together. Then, after a nice hike around the campground, sit together around the fire or stretch out in a hammock and relax. 

Zoo Scavenger Hunt

A day at the zoo is always a fun memory for moms and kids. There are so many sights, sounds, and smells to take in. When kids see an animal they’ve only encountered in books or on a nature show, their eyes light up, and the world becomes a little more vivid. Next time you take your little one to the zoo, bring iMOM’s zoo scavenger hunt to add a fun activity to an already exciting day.

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Easter Story Hunt

Children love to look for Easter eggs, but how about taking it up a notch with an Easter scavenger hunt? In this egg-citing game, your kids can hunt for eggs over and over again without ever being at risk for a cavity from too much candy. And best of all, they will actually be hunting for the best treasure of all—the story of Easter.

USA Scavenger Hunt

History is fascinating and can be a lot of fun. Download iMOM’s USA Scavenger Hunt game and watch how easily your kids can learn about our country.

Back-to-School Treasure Hunt

Make back-to-school time a fun time for your children with our Back to School Treasure Hunt for kids. As they search for clues they’ll find lots of surprises, but no homework — we promise! When a clue calls for something like crayons, or a book, you can get new ones to surprise your children, or just use things you have around the house.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

 

Halloween is all about family and treats, right? But Mom always has a trick up her sleeve to take the fun up a notch. iMOM’s Halloween Scavenger Hunt is a not-so-spooky but perfect addition to your trick-or-treat tradition. 

Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt

thanksgiving scavenger hunt

This is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish your children are sure to love—a Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt for kids! Not only will they love searching for these indoor clues, they’ll also learn some fun facts and interesting tidbits about the first Thanksgiving!

Christmas Scavenger Hunt

christmas scavenger hunt

The Christmas season is a wonderful time of year for many reasons—but sometimes the whole Christmas thing can feel overwhelming and not so fun. So before the stress of the season makes you a mean elf, sprinkle some levity into it with our Christmas Scavenger Hunt.

Which one is your kid’s favorite? What other kinds of scavenger hunts would you like to see?

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