Are you looking to add a sprinkle of adventure to your Thanksgiving celebration this year? This Printable Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt is just the thing! It’s a delightful way to keep kids entertained and engaged, all while adding a bit of mystery and excitement to the day.
Below, I’ll walk you through what makes this scavenger hunt so special and how to set it up for maximum fun.
What’s Inside the Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt?
This scavenger hunt comes with pre-made clues that lead kids on a playful journey around the house. The concept is simple: each riddle points to the next clue’s hiding spot, with the goal of discovering the final prize! Here’s a breakdown:
- Easy Setup: Print, cut, and hide the clues around common household spots. There is no need to spend hours on elaborate setups.
- Interactive Riddles: Each clue includes a fun riddle that points kids to a specific place, like the fridge, toy bin, or laundry room, keeping them guessing and exploring.
- Secret Code Words: As kids find each clue, they also write down a “code word” on their answer sheet. These code words will help them uncover the final location.
- Personalized Final Prize: The final treasure is up to you! It could be candy, a family surprise, or even a note leading to another fun activity.
How to Set Up the Scavenger Hunt
Setting up the scavenger hunt is simple and takes just a few steps:
- Print the Materials: You can get the printable Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt here. Download the file to your computer and print the riddles (pages 6–11) in color if possible. Only one set of clue cards is needed, though each child should get their own answer sheet.
- Cut and Hide the Clues: Each clue card should be cut out and hidden in the spots indicated. Remember, the better you hide them, the more thrilling it will be!
- Read the Mission: Gather the kids and read the “mission” aloud. Hand over the first clue, and let the treasure hunt begin!
Tips for Making It Extra Fun
- Use Multiple Clues: If you have a larger group of kids, consider hiding MULTIPLE clue cards in every location so one team can save it for the next.
- Time the Teams: When I have a larger group of kids, I stagger the start times and track who completes the activity in the fastest time. If you don’t stagger start times, the “leading” team will always give away the answers as they head to each location.
- Keep the Final Prize a Surprise: Let the final prize be something memorable for the day, whether it’s Thanksgiving treats, a heartfelt letter, or a reveal for an upcoming family event.
Common Questions
How long does it take?
The scavenger hunt can take about 20+ minutes depending on the age and puzzle skills of the kids and how well the clues are hidden.
How many kids can play?
You can customize it for any number of kids, from a single child to a small group. For large groups, print multiple copies of each clue and create teams.
Do I need to print all materials for each child?
No, only the answer sheets need to be printed for each child. Just one copy of the riddles is necessary for the group.
Ready to Start the Hunt?
This Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt is the perfect way to bring joy, laughter, and a little adventure to your holiday gathering. So, gather the family, print those clues, and let the Thanksgiving treasure hunt begin!
Happy Thanksgiving, and happy hunting!
Other Thanksgiving Printables
If you like this Thanksgiving scavenger hunt, there are plenty of other Thanksgiving printables on the site that you might like as well. Most of them are free and some are in the shop. There are games, DIY decorations, place card settings, planners, favors and more. You can see all of the printables for Thanksgiving from one page here.
Please note these printables are for personal use only. You do not have permission to sell them for profit or claim them as your own design.
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