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Halloween Scavenger Hunt for Kids

Lolli — Sat, 15 Oct 2016 11:00:47 +0000

It seems like yesterday that our air conditioning was cranking because the weather was still stifling hot, the kids were enjoying the last few carefree days of summer, and the leaves were all green.

Suddenly – seemingly overnight – the weather is crisp and cool, the kids are busy with their school year schedules and activities, and the leaves are all turning gorgeous shades of red, orange, and yellow.

I love the fall! The colors, the weather, and my birthday. There’s so much about the fall to love!

To celebrate the fall’s first big holiday, I’ve pulled together a fun, Halloween-themed scavenger hunt. I love finding things for kids that get them up and active, and interacting with other kids.

So print off this month’s scavenger hunt, grab a few pencils, and get active!

(Click HERE or click the image above to download the PDF version of this scavenger hunt!)

How to use this Halloween Scavenger Hunt Printable

Get ready to search for all things related to Halloween! The best thing about this scavenger hunt is that it can be played many different ways – use the printable list as a guide and make the game your own. Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go have some fun!

Print:
PDF version of the HALLOWEEN scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of the HALLOWEEN scavenger hunt

Single-player game: race against the clock! See how many of the items on the list you can find in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Look in the house for as many items as possible, or find things that aren’t at home in a magazine or book.

Group scavenger hunt: If you have enough players, divide into 2 teams. Each team works together to find the items on the list. Reconvene at a specific time to compare what each team was able to find.

Get creative! Some items are easier than others to “collect” as participants search for things on the list. Let the kids think of alternative methods of “collection” such as taking a picture, drawing a picture, or having an adult initial next to an item on the list. See ideas for gathering clues below.

Broaden your search area. With parental permission/supervision, teams can ask neighbors for help gathering scavenger hunt items. Maybe you don’t have a cupid at home, but a neighbor does. Make sure that kids know to only go to houses where they know the people that live there, and always bring a buddy along.

Methods of gathering “clues:”

Each person or group has a small bag and collects as many items inside the bag as the can in a set amount of time. At the end, everyone shows off the item they’ve collected.

Each person or group has a digital camera (phones, ipod, etc) and snaps a picture of each item they find.

Simply check off each item on the scavenger hunt paper as it is found or have another person act as a “witness” and initial the paper to verify that an item was found.

Use your imagination! Let the players decide the rules!

Be sure to check out my other scavenger hunt printables and check back soon for MORE fun throughout the year!

© 2016, Food Fun Family. All rights reserved.

Summer Games Scavenger Hunt Activities for Kids

Lolli — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 01:04:08 +0000

When I was growing up, watching the Summer Games (ie, the “games that shall not be named”) on TV every 4 years was EVERYTHING. As in, everything stopped and we watched the events all day, every day. I was fascinated by all of the summer sports.

I am so excited about this year’s Games in Rio, partly because my kids are actually into a few of the sports that will be represented in the Games…and partly just for nostalgia’s sake. My oldest son is a runner (both cross country and track & field) and three of of my kids spent the last 2 months swimming competitively. I know that they’ll be glued to the swimming and running events this year.

To celebrate, I’ve pulled together a fun, ACTIVE scavenger hunt. Instead of searching for things, they’ll be checking off things that they DO.

So print off this month’s scavenger hunt, grab a few pencils, and get active!

(Click HERE or click the image above to download the PDF version of this scavenger hunt!)

How to use this Summer Games Scavenger Hunt Printable

This scavenger hunt is a little different than my others. Instead of hunting for things, you’ll see how many of the activities on the list you can do! You can put on your own Summer Games. Make it a party, invite a few friends over and have fun with it! Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go get active!

Print:
PDF version of the SUMMER GAMES scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of the SUMMER GAMES scavenger hunt

YOU make your own rules. Do each “event” in order, as a team, or compete side by side. There are no rules. Just have fun!

Be sure to check out my other scavenger hunt printables and check back soon for MORE fun throughout the year!

© 2016, Food Fun Family. All rights reserved.

Summer Scavenger Hunt for Kids {Free Printable}

Lolli — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 20:48:36 +0000

Can you believe that we’re half way through with summer? I am shouting hallelujah because my kids’ swim season is almost over, and I might actually be able to catch a day to sleep in (seriously, I look forward to turning my alarm off during the summer, but instead it’s set for every day at 6:30 during the summer. It’s too early!).

I don’t know if your family has caught the Pokemon GO craze this month, but we’re enjoying catching Pokemon around our neighborhood. However…the game is not for everybody (especially kids who don’t have their own devices like a few of mine). Scavenger hunts are a great alternative. Kids still get to hunt around (around the house, with neighbors, around town, etc) but they have real paper and a pencil instead of an electronic device. I like Pokemon as much as the rest of them, but I still enjoy some disconnected play too!

Ready for the summer-time scavenger hunt?

(Click HERE or click the image above to download the PDF version of this scavenger hunt!)

How to use this Summer Scavenger Hunt Printable

Get ready to search for all things related to summer! The best thing about this scavenger hunt is that it can be played many different ways – use the printable list as a guide and make the game your own. Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go have some fun!

Print:
PDF version of the SUMMER scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of the SUMMER scavenger hunt

Single-player game: race against the clock! See how many of the items on the list you can find in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Look in the house for as many items as possible, or find things that aren’t at home in a magazine or book.

Group scavenger hunt: If you have enough players, divide into 2 teams. Each team works together to find the items on the list. Reconvene at a specific time to compare what each team was able to find.

Get creative! Some items are easier than others to “collect” as participants search for things on the list. Let the kids think of alternative methods of “collection” such as taking a picture, drawing a picture, or having an adult initial next to an item on the list. See ideas for gathering clues below.

Broaden your search area. With parental permission/supervision, teams can ask neighbors for help gathering scavenger hunt items. Maybe you don’t have a cupid at home, but a neighbor does. Make sure that kids know to only go to houses where they know the people that live there, and always bring a buddy along.

Methods of gathering “clues:”

Each person or group has a small bag and collects as many items inside the bag as the can in a set amount of time. At the end, everyone shows off the item they’ve collected.

Each person or group has a digital camera (phones, ipod, etc) and snaps a picture of each item they find.

Simply check off each item on the scavenger hunt paper as it is found or have another person act as a “witness” and initial the paper to verify that an item was found.

Use your imagination! Let the players decide the rules!

© 2016 – 2018, Food Fun Family. All rights reserved.

4th of July Scavenger Hunt for Kids {Free Printable}

Lolli — Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:56:49 +0000

Happy 4th of July!

The summer is flying by but I am thrilled that Independence Day is here. The 4th of July is one of our favorite days. BBQs, fireworks, concerts, hanging out with friends…

One of the biggest challenges we had when the kids were little was keeping them entertained while we waited for the fireworks presentation to start. I wish I’d had this scavenger hunt for them to pass the time!

I hope you’ll enjoy this fun printable with your kids this season!

(Click HERE or click the image above to download the PDF version of this scavenger hunt!)

How to use this 4th of July Scavenger Hunt Printable

Get ready to search for all things related to Indepedence Day, summer, and all things patriotic! The best thing about this scavenger hunt is that it can be played many different ways – use the printable list as a guide and make the game your own. Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go have some fun!

Print:
PDF version of the 4th of July scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of the 4th of July scavenger hunt

Single-player game: race against the clock! See how many of the items on the list you can find in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Look in the house for as many items as possible, or find things that aren’t at home in a magazine or book.

Group scavenger hunt: If you have enough players, divide into 2 teams. Each team works together to find the items on the list. Reconvene at a specific time to compare what each team was able to find.

Get creative! Some items are easier than others to “collect” as participants search for things on the list. Let the kids think of alternative methods of “collection” such as taking a picture, drawing a picture, or having an adult initial next to an item on the list. See ideas for gathering clues below.

Broaden your search area. With parental permission/supervision, teams can ask neighbors for help gathering scavenger hunt items. Maybe you don’t have a cupid at home, but a neighbor does. Make sure that kids know to only go to houses where they know the people that live there, and always bring a buddy along.

Methods of gathering “clues:”

Each person or group has a small bag and collects as many items inside the bag as the can in a set amount of time. At the end, everyone shows off the item they’ve collected.

Each person or group has a digital camera (phones, ipod, etc) and snaps a picture of each item they find.

Simply check off each item on the scavenger hunt paper as it is found or have another person act as a “witness” and initial the paper to verify that an item was found.

Use your imagination! Let the players decide the rules!

© 2016 – 2018, Food Fun Family. All rights reserved.

Memorial Day Scavenger Hunt for Kids

Lolli — Mon, 09 May 2016 22:06:20 +0000

I’m shocked (but terribly excited!) that Memorial Day is right around the corner! Enjoy this Memorial Day scavenger hunt printable on me as we celebrate the official start of summer time together!

Who else is excited that it’s finally warming up? Tis the season for letting the kids run around outside, opening the windows, and getting ready for summer break. I’m excited about this new scavenger hunt printable…and I hope that your kids will love doing it! Be sure to check out my previous seasonal scavenger hunts HERE and keep your eyes open for more coming soon!

(Click HERE or click the image above to download the PDF version of this scavenger hunt!)

How to use this Patriotic Memorial Day Scavenger Hunt Printable

Get ready to search for all things related to Memorial Day, the beginning of summer, and all things patriotic! The best thing about this scavenger hunt is that it can be played many different ways – use the printable list as a guide and make the game your own. Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go have some fun!

Print:
PDF version of the Memorial Day scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of the Memorial Day scavenger hunt

Single-player game: race against the clock! See how many of the items on the list you can find in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Look in the house for as many items as possible, or find things that aren’t at home in a magazine or book.

Group scavenger hunt: If you have enough players, divide into 2 teams. Each team works together to find the items on the list. Reconvene at a specific time to compare what each team was able to find.

Get creative! Some items are easier than others to “collect” as participants search for things on the list. Let the kids think of alternative methods of “collection” such as taking a picture, drawing a picture, or having an adult initial next to an item on the list. See ideas for gathering clues below.

Broaden your search area. With parental permission/supervision, teams can ask neighbors for help gathering scavenger hunt items. Maybe you don’t have a cupid at home, but a neighbor does. Make sure that kids know to only go to houses where they know the people that live there, and always bring a buddy along.

Methods of gathering “clues:”

Each person or group has a small bag and collects as many items inside the bag as the can in a set amount of time. At the end, everyone shows off the item they’ve collected.

Each person or group has a digital camera (phones, ipod, etc) and snaps a picture of each item they find.

Simply check off each item on the scavenger hunt paper as it is found or have another person act as a “witness” and initial the paper to verify that an item was found.

Use your imagination! Let the players decide the rules!

© 2016 – 2018, Food Fun Family. All rights reserved.

Easter – Spring Scavenger Hunt for Kids

Lolli — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 20:34:15 +0000

I’m so happy you’re here. Are YOU as excited as I am about the spring? I am so ready to put away my coats and boots for the season and enjoy a little more sunshine and open windows (I’ll opt out of the allergies, though, thankyouverymuch).

Do your kids love doing scavenger hunts? I’m excited to share this Easter/ Spring Scavenger Hunt Printable for kids! They’re going to LOVE it! I created a new themed scavenger hunt for each month this year, and I can’t wait to “reveal” each of them!

How to use this Easter/Spring Scavenger Hunt Printable

Get ready to search for all things related to the spring/Easter season! The best thing about this scavenger hunt is that it can be played many different ways – use the printable list as a guide and make the game your own. Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go have some fun!

Print:
PDF version of Easter/Spring-time scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of Easter/Spring-time scavenger hunt

Single-player game: race against the clock! See how many of the items on the list you can find in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Look in the house for as many items as possible, or find things that aren’t at home in a magazine or book.

Group scavenger hunt: If you have enough players, divide into 2 teams. Each team works together to find the items on the list. Reconvene at a specific time to compare what each team was able to find.

Get creative! Some items are easier than others to “collect” as participants search for things on the list. Let the kids think of alternative methods of “collection” such as taking a picture, drawing a picture, or having an adult initial next to an item on the list. See ideas for gathering clues below.

Broaden your search area. With parental permission/supervision, teams can ask neighbors for help gathering scavenger hunt items. Maybe you don’t have a cupid at home, but a neighbor does. Make sure that kids know to only go to houses where they know the people that live there, and always bring a buddy along.

Methods of gathering “clues:”

Each person or group has a small bag and collects as many items inside the bag as the can in a set amount of time. At the end, everyone shows off the item they’ve collected.

Each person or group has a digital camera (phones, ipod, etc) and snaps a picture of each item they find.

Simply check off each item on the scavenger hunt paper as it is found or have another person act as a “witness” and initial the paper to verify that an item was found.

Use your imagination! Let the players decide the rules!

© 2016 – 2018, Food Fun Family. All rights reserved.

St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt

Lolli — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 06:00:08 +0000

I’m so happy you’re here. Are you excited to celebrate all things Irish and Green and Lucky with me?

Do your kids love doing scavenger hunts? I’m excited to share this St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt Printable for kids! Did you see last month’s Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt? I’ll be bringing you a NEW, seasonal scavenger hunt each month, all year long!

(Click HERE or click the image above to download the PDF version of this scavenger hunt!)

How to use this St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt Printable

Whether or not you’ve got some Irish heritage like we do (from both sides, in fact!), your kids will love searching for green things and getting in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit! The best thing about this scavenger hunt is that it can be played many different ways – use the printable list as a guide and make the game your own. Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go have some fun!

Print:
PDF version of St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt

Single-player game: race against the clock! See how many of the items on the list you can find in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Look in the house for as many items as possible, or find things that aren’t at home in a magazine or book.

Group scavenger hunt: If you have enough players, divide into 2 teams. Each team works together to find the items on the list. Reconvene at a specific time to compare what each team was able to find.

Get creative! Some items are easier than others to “collect” as participants search for things on the list. Let the kids think of alternative methods of “collection” such as taking a picture, drawing a picture, or having an adult initial next to an item on the list. See ideas for gathering clues below.

Broaden your search area. With parental permission/supervision, teams can ask neighbors for help gathering scavenger hunt items. Maybe you don’t have a cupid at home, but a neighbor does. Make sure that kids know to only go to houses where they know the people that live there, and always bring a buddy along.

Methods of gathering “clues:”

Each person or group has a small bag and collects as many items inside the bag as the can in a set amount of time. At the end, everyone shows off the item they’ve collected.

Each person or group has a digital camera (phones, ipod, etc) and snaps a picture of each item they find.

Simply check off each item on the scavenger hunt paper as it is found or have another person act as a “witness” and initial the paper to verify that an item was found.

Use your imagination! Let the players decide the rules!

For more St. Patrick’s Day entertainment, visit a few of my favorite bloggers:

Books About Irish Hauntings You Need to Read by In Our Spare Time

Fun Movies to Watch for St. Patricks Day by philZENdia

Great Movies Set in Ireland by How Was Your Day?

5 Irish Non-Fiction Books for St. Patrick’s Day by Mom Does it All

St. Patrick’s Day Books for Toddlers by Mom on the Side

How to Plan an AMAZING Last Minute St. Patrick’s Day Party by OurFamilyWorld

5 Beautiful Adult Celtic Coloring Books by Pretty Opinionated

Printable St. Patrick’s Day Word Search by MommaDJane

Movies that Induce Irish Catholic Guilt by The Guavalicious Life

Get Your Irish on With These Bands by Day by Day In Our World

© 2016, Food Fun Family. All rights reserved.

Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt Printable for Kids

Lolli — Fri, 22 Jan 2016 06:00:39 +0000

Do your kids love doing scavenger hunts? I’m excited to share this Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt Printable for kids!

(Click the image above to download the PDF version of this scavenger hunt!)It’s a new year and that means (among many other things!) a whole new batch of Entertainment Hop posts. Last year, I offered an almost-monthly list of children’s picture books for each of the holidays. As I brainstormed what I could do for this year’s Entertainment Hop party, I knew that I wanted to come up with a year-long idea that I could do for each theme. I was so thrilled when I thought of making monthly scavenger hunt printables for kids.

Check out my list of Valentine’s Day picture books for kids AND my list of 15 good, clean romance novels for adults!

How to use this Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt Printable

Look around in the weeks leading up to Valentine’s Day, and you’ll likely see a ton of red and pink, lace, hearts, cupids, and more. Why not make the holiday season into a fun scavenger hunt? The best thing about this scavenger hunt is that it can be played many different ways – use the printable list as a guide and make the game your own. Simply print off as many sheets as you need, and then go have some fun!

Print:
PDF version of Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt
Jpeg version of Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt

Single-player game: race against the clock! See how many of the items on the list you can find in 5, 10, or 15 minutes. Look in the house for as many items as possible, or find things that aren’t at home in a magazine or book.

Group scavenger hunt: If you have enough players, divide into 2 teams. Each team works together to find the items on the list. Reconvene at a specific time to compare what each team was able to find.

Get creative! Some items are easier than others to “collect” as participants search for things on the list. Let the kids think of alternative methods of “collection” such as taking a picture, drawing a picture, or having an adult initial next to an item on the list. See ideas for gathering clues below.

Broaden your search area. With parental permission/supervision, teams can ask neighbors for help gathering scavenger hunt items. Maybe you don’t have a cupid at home, but a neighbor does. Make sure that kids know to only go to houses where they know the people that live there, and always bring a buddy along.

Methods of gathering “clues:”

Each person or group has a small bag and collects as many items inside the bag as the can in a set amount of time. At the end, everyone shows off the item they’ve collected.

Each person or group has a digital camera (phones, ipod, etc) and snaps a picture of each item they find.

Simply check off each item on the scavenger hunt paper as it is found or have another person act as a “witness” and initial the paper to verify that an item was found.

Use your imagination! Let the players decide the rules!

For more Valentine’s Day entertainment ideas, visit a few of my favorite bloggers:

The Best Dystopian Love Stories to Curl Up With by In Our Spare Time

4 Fun Texting Games for Couples on the Go by Philzendia

The Perfect Romantic Playlist for your Valentine Getaway by Jennifer Sikora

20 Favorite Clean Romance Books I’ve Reviewed by Day by Day in Our World

Awesome Romantic Movies on Netflix by Mom on the Side

Valentine’s Day Movies on Netflix for Families by Our Family World

Paranormal Love Stories that aren’t Totally Cheesy by Pretty Opionated

Printable Valentine’s Day Word Search by MommaDJane

7 Movies That Will Give You All The Feels on Valentine’s Day by My Teen Guide

Valentine Books for Kids by Optimistic Mommy

Our Favorite Movie Quotes About Love by Style on Main

8 Totally Awesome Valentine’s Day Movies to Watch by How Was Your Day

Valentine’s Day Nonfiction by SMS Nonfiction Book Reviews

25 Valentine’s Day Movies for Family Movie Night by Stuffed Suitcase

8 Free Printable Valentine’s Day Games by Gaggle of Gamers

Anti-Love Stories by The Guavalicious Life

10 Sweet Valentine’s Day Books for Preschoolers by Views from the Ville

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