If you have been here long enough, then you know I’ve shared quite a few scavenger hunts, and that’s because they’re so easy and practically a no-prep activity. They’re also fun for everyone, no matter your age. Indoor scavenger hunts also make the perfect rainy day activities for kids. So it’s a no-brainer. So stick around for an indoor scavenger hunt for kids that will surely keep them entertained.
Scavenger hunts are an easy, screen-free activity that younger and older kids can do any day or time, and you don’t have to do much. That’s the beauty of this activity. If you’re playing with just a few people, the whole family, or as a playdate activity, this scavenger hunt will bring everyone lots of fun.
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You only need to do a little besides printing the indoor scavenger hunt at the bottom of the post. It’s that simple. That’s one thing I love about scavenger hunts.
What is a Scavenger Hunt
A scavenger hunt is a game where people try to find certain items. In this case, it’s things that can be found indoors. You are looking for things such as toothpaste, a pen, a picture frame, or a decorative pillow, to name a few things.
The goal is to find all the items on the list first or the fastest. You can also do a photo scavenger hunt, where your kids look for clues in different locations and take photos of items they find. Of course, this is more suitable for kids with cell phones, but it is another fun way to do this indoor scavenger hunt.
Sometimes, the clues are rhyming clues that lead you to your next clue. You do that until you come to the last clue, which can lead you to a gift perfect for kids and adults. In this scavenger hunt, I’ve kept it simple; all you have to do is search for the list of items instead of having clue cards or any rhyming clues. That makes it simple for the younger kids.
That is another great way to do a scavenger hunt. Scavenger hunts are fun activities you can do inside or outside, which makes them great as a screen-free activity at home. The best part is that everyone, not just kids, can play and have a blast searching for the items. It’s a perfect way to get everyone involved and have fun together.
How to Do an Indoor Scavenger Hunt
There are different ways to do a scavenger hunt, so let me walk you through them. First, decide if the themed scavenger hunt will be inside, outside, or a mix of both. This particular scavenger hunt will be indoors. Whichever way you choose to do this depends on you and your location. There is no right or wrong way of doing this.
Decide whether the kids will be in groups or playing by themselves. If they play in groups, have older kids paired with younger kids to make this more fair. That is up to you. Some scavenger hunts include a time limit. If that is the case with this, let the kids know ahead of time. Otherwise, playing by themselves is a good way to keep the kids entertained.
The first person or group to find the most wins. If you want to make this more fun, include a fun surprise for the team or the first person who finds the most items. While not necessary, it would be fun to include for the kids. Such as non-candy treats, stickers, or temporary tattoos, depending on the age of your kids or who are playing.
Supplies Needed for the Scavenger Hunt
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The supplies needed for the scavenger hunt are simple. All you really need is the free indoor scavenger hunt printable, which I have provided down below. There are three different scavenger hunts for every age group. So no kids will feel left out. Here is what you’ll need for the scavenger hunt:
- The printable indoor scavenger hunt, which I have provided below.
- Pens or pencils
- Optional dry-erase makers
- Optional dry-erase pocket sleeves
- Optional laminating machine
You can also laminate these yourself at home if you have a laminating machine available. The best part of doing that is that you can reuse this printable multiple times, saving you money. It’s a great idea; if that is the case, make sure to have some dry-erase makers on hand.
TIP: If you decide to laminate this printable, you can hole punch it and add it to a binder with other fun activities for kids.
Here are free printable activities to consider adding to the binder for your next fun scavenger hunt.
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Download the Scavenger Hunt
I have made three scavenger hunt printables, which are great for young and older children. One includes images, which is best for younger kids who might not know how to read; the other is a checklist; and the last is a blank printable template you can download. Sometimes, a pre-made one isn’t suitable for everyone, so I have included a blank one. This way, you can add whatever you see fit.
You can do all three or pick and choose whichever you prefer. Click the link below to download the printable scavenger hunt. Print as many as you like, and let the fun begin.
As a reminder, this is for classroom and personal use only! Get your copy of the indoor scavenger hunt.
If you want to share the fun, the best way to share the indoor scavenger hunt for kids with others is to send them the link to this post instead of the link to the printable. If you try this out let me what you think. I would love to know.
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