Let’s bring enjoyment & fun with learning. This spring take your kids to the grounds and play the interesting game, scavenger hunt.

In this game team 1 makes a list of objects and team 2 collects the listed objects according to the game rules. This game is the best example of outdoor activity.

So for enjoyment & learning, we listed some spring scavenger hunt game ideas for the kids such as spring muffin tin scavenger hunt, nature scavenger hunt ideas in the garden, treasure hunt, and outdoor sensory-motor scavenger hunt among other ideas.

Spring Scavenger Hunt Ideas For Kids

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Nature Sorting Tray for Kids

A fun outdoor activity where kids collect and sort natural items into sections. Image Source/ Tutorial: Mama Papa Bubba

Materials Required:

Muffin tray, small nature items (leaves, grass, flowers), printable labels (optional)

Procedure:

Collect different natural objects and place them into each section of the tray. Match or sort items based on type, color, or shape.

Printable Nature Scavenger Hunt Activity

Kids explore outdoors and tick items they find on their nature checklist. Image Source/ Tutorial: The Measured Mom

Materials Required:

Printed worksheet, pencil, clipboard

Procedure:

Give children a checklist of items in nature to find. Let them explore and mark each item once they find it.

Color Matching Nature Hunt for Kids

A creative activity to match natural objects with colors. Image Source/ Tutorial: No Time For Flash Cards

Materials Required:

Tray with compartments, colored paper, and collected nature items

Procedure:

Place colored papers in each section of the tray. Match collected items to the closest color.

Creative Leaf Face Art Activity

Kids create fun faces using leaves, sticks, and natural materials. Image Source/ Tutorial: Ms. Alisha Carlson

Materials Required:

Leaves, sticks, stones, chalk (optional)

Procedure:

Draw a face outline or use the ground as a base. Arrange leaves and sticks to form facial features.

Spring Outdoor Scavenger Hunt for Kids

A spring-themed hunt that encourages kids to explore nature. Image Source/ Tutorial: Teaching Mama

Materials Required:

Printed checklist, pencil, clipboard

Procedure:

Provide kids with a spring-themed list of items. They explore outside and tick items as they find them.

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Around the House Scavenger Hunt for Kids

A fun indoor game where kids search for household items. Image Source/ Tutorial: Hey Let’s Make Stuff

Materials Required:

Printed list, pen/pencil

Procedure:

Give kids a list of items to find around the house. Mark each item as they locate it.

DIY Treasure Hunt Clue Cards Game

A creative puzzle game using clue cards for fun learning. Image Source/ Tutorial: Hands On As We Grow

Materials Required:

Paper cards, markers, printed clues

Procedure:

Create clue cards with symbols or letters. Hide them and let kids solve clues to find the treasure.

Kids Observation Drawing Activity

Encourages kids to observe and draw what they see in nature. Image Source/ Tutorial: Buggy And Buddy

Materials Required:

Worksheet, pencil, clipboard

Procedure:

Ask kids to observe their surroundings carefully. Draw or write what they notice in each section.

Secret Code Breaker Activity for Kids

A fun brain game where kids decode secret symbols. Image Source/ Tutorial: The Dating Divas

Materials Required:

Printed symbol cards, decoding sheet, and markers

Procedure:

Give kids symbol cards with hidden meanings. Decode the message using the key provided.

Alphabet Matching Bug Game for Kids

A playful learning activity to match letters with cute bug shapes. Image Source/ Tutorial: No Time For Flash Cards

Materials Required:

Printable sheets, scissors, and glue

Procedure:

Cut out bug letters and jar templates. Match each bug to the correct alphabet letter.

Outdoor Sensory Motor Scavenger Hunt Printable for Kids

A fun printable activity encouraging kids to explore movement and senses outdoors. Image Source/ Tutorial: The Inspired Tree House

Materials Required:

Printed sheet, clipboard, pencil/marker

Procedure:

Print the scavenger hunt sheet and give it to the child with a pencil. Ask them to find and complete each activity listed on the sheet.

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Creative Reading Scavenger Hunt for Kids

A literacy-based scavenger hunt that makes reading interactive and exciting. Image Source/ Tutorial:  Modern Parents Messy Kids

Materials Required:

Printed reading sheet, pen/pencil, books

Procedure:

Provide the worksheet and ask children to find books matching each clue. Tick off each task as they complete the reading challenges.

Backyard Nature Scavenger Hunt Activity

Encourages kids to observe nature closely while completing fun tasks. Image Source/ Tutorial: Life Is Sweeter By Design

Materials Required:

Clipboard, printed checklist, pencil

Procedure:

Take kids outside with a checklist and a clipboard. Let them search and mark items they find in nature.

Simple Nature Scavenger Hunt Worksheet for Kids

A minimal and engaging printable for identifying natural objects. Image Source/ Tutorial: Alice and Lois

Materials Required:

Printed sheet, pencil

Procedure:

Hand out the printable to children before going outside. Ask them to check off each nature item they find.

Autumn-Themed Scavenger Hunt for Kids

A seasonal activity perfect for exploring fall elements outdoors. Image Source/ Tutorial: Crafts By Amanda

Materials Required:

Printed autumn sheet, crayons/pencil

Procedure:

Give children the fall-themed checklist. Let them find and mark autumn items like leaves and acorns.

Zoo Animal Scavenger Hunt Printable for Kids

Fun activity for zoo visits or animal learning sessions. Image Source/ Tutorial: Making Mom Magic

Materials Required:

Printed sheet, pencil

Procedure:

Provide the sheet during a zoo visit or lesson. Kids check off animals as they spot them.

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Football-Themed Scavenger Hunt Printable

Perfect for sports-themed parties or game day activities. Image Source/ Tutorial:  Celebrate Everyday With Me

Materials Required:

Printed sheet, pen/pencil

Procedure:

Hand out sheets during a football event. Players find and tick items related to the game.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt Game for Kids

A fun spooky hunt activity for Halloween parties. Image Source/ Tutorial: Happiness Is Homemade

Materials Required:

Printed Halloween sheet, pencil

Procedure:

Give kids the Halloween checklist. Let them search for spooky items and mark them off.

Creative Photo Scavenger Hunt for Kids

A modern scavenger hunt where kids capture items through photos. Image Source/ Tutorial: Sugar And Cloth

Materials Required:

Camera/phone, printed list

Procedure:

Provide a list of items to photograph. Kids capture pictures of each item to complete the hunt.

Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt Bingo Printable for Kids

A fun Valentine-themed bingo scavenger hunt game perfect for kids and classroom activities. Image Source/ Tutorial:  White House Crafts

Materials Required:

Printed bingo sheet, pen/pencil, clipboard (optional)

Procedure:

Print the bingo sheet and give it to kids before starting the hunt. Ask them to find each item and mark it until they complete a row or full card.

Easter Egg Hunt Clue Cards DIY Activity for Kids

Creative Easter hunt clue cards that guide kids through a fun treasure hunt. Image Source/ Tutorial: The Best Ideas For Kids

Materials Required:

Printed clue cards, plastic eggs, markers, and small treats

Procedure:

Print and cut out the clue cards, then place them inside plastic eggs or around the house. Arrange clues in sequence so kids follow them step-by-step to find the final surprise.

I hope you like our list of Spring Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids and will surely try to make them. If you like our ideas and want to read more crafts ideas, Keep visiting our website for the latest DIY ideas and other creative stuff for kids, parents, and teachers. Please let us know in the comment section which Spring Scavenger Hunt idea you like the most.

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