Treasure hunt at home

A classic treasure hunt that works in any home. Each clue leads to a familiar spot where the next clue is waiting, all the way to the treasure.

🎂 Ages 4-9🧩 8 rhyming clues🎁 Treasure at the end

Before you start

Print the clues, fold each one, and hide it in the spot the clue before it points to. Hand the first clue to the kids to start.
Kids who can't read yet? A grown-up reads each clue out loud and they run to search.
Check that every hiding spot is safe and easy to reach, with nothing hidden up high.

I keep things cold when it's hot outside,So check on my door, not the shelves inside!
I spin your clothes round and round all day,Then wash all the mud and the mess away!
I'm soft and I'm squishy, I wait for your head,So lift me right up from the top of the bed!
We go on your feet when you head out to play,Look by the front door where we're lined up all day!
With bubbles and splashes you scrub in me,Today I'm all dry, so peek in and see!
You sit on me, giggle, and snuggle, and rest,Dig through my cushions, you're doing your best!
Dolls and blocks and little toy cars,Look in the box where all the toys are!
This is where you sleep and dream all night,Peek underneath, the treasure's in sight!

A small goody bag with a treat, stickers and a "Treasure Hunt Champions" certificate.

How long does an indoor treasure hunt take?

About 10 to 20 minutes for 8 clues. Younger kids who need each clue read to them take a little longer, which is part of the fun.

Can one child play alone?

Yes. With a single child, a grown-up can read the clues and cheer them on. With siblings, let them take turns reading each clue aloud.