Halloween scavenger hunt for kids {Free printables}

This fun scavenger hunt is perfect for some outdoor playtime with your children while social distancing.

Halloween is just around the corner, and this year will be more different then ever because of Covid19. My state has the most restrictions when it comes to Covid19 and social distancing.

So, I created these “kid friendly” scavenger hunt printables for my daughter. We needed more outdoor time, and what better way than to get all festive!

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Why do a scavenger hunt?

Children are natural scientists, they are curious, innovative, and always experimenting. It’s important to continue to fan the flame of learning with age appropriate and play based activities.

This scavenger hunt looks like a fun and simple “game” for children, but you can turn it into a fun AND educational experience for you child by following some of the guidelines below.

How to use the Fall scavenger hunt for kids:

First, I highly recommend laminating the scavenger hunt printable so that sticky fingers and the elements of the weather don’t get to your paper. Laminating your papers will help you keep your printables clean and untorn for years to come. That way you can reuse this Halloween scavenger hunt every year! Wooo!

This scavenger hunt can be used for ages 2 years and up at your own discretion.

Ages 2-3

• Allow your child to hold the printable and examine it.
• Before going on your walk point at each picture and say the word clearly and have your child repeat the word if possible (even if your child does not repeat word, you are still engaging them in thoughtful behavior).
• Use “sounds” when appropriate and hand gestures, for example: When you say “Ghost” you will make the sound of a ghost, “Oooooo” and perhaps wave a hand in the air to signify a ghost flying.
• Ask them questions, its ok if they do not answer the question.
• Use slow-repetitive- questions, “Do you see the BAT?”- “Where is the bat?”. Feel free to be as animated as possible. Emphasize words like “see” and “where” by changing the tone in your voice and using hand gestures. Wave your hands in the air like you are questioning. Cup your hands to your eyes, scratch your head like you are in deep thought.

Ages 4-5

• You may use some of the same tips from above and incorporate it for your 4 or 5 year old.
• Encourage your child to use full sentences.
• Practice phonics (Sounding out the letters in the word): BaaaaT
• Practice spelling out some of the words on the list.
• Ask what colors, shapes, they see.

Ages 6 and up

• You may use all the above tips mentioned above.
• For older children, you can use this scavenger hunt as a math game.
• instead of simply placing a checkmark in the box, have your child write the number or each item they see. This will help them practice being attentive and their math skills

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