Sensory Scavenger Hunt
This is a simple printable scavenger hunt that invites children to explore the world through their senses.
Instead of looking for specific objects, it encourages noticing. Something smooth. Something bumpy. Something to climb. Something that smells good.
It’s perfect for parks, backyards, bush walks, beaches, or even indoors on a rainy day.
Just print, head outside, and see what you discover.
You’ll Need
• The printable Sensory Scavenger Hunt sheet
• A printer
• Optional: clipboard
• Optional: pencil to tick off or circle items
How To
Download and print the sheet.
Head outside or choose your space.
Read through the prompts together.
Find something that matches each description.
Children can point, describe, demonstrate, or physically interact depending on the prompt.
You can turn it into a quiet observation walk or a playful movement challenge.
What It Encourages
This activity supports:
• Sensory awareness
• Gross motor development
• Descriptive language
• Observation skills
• Body coordination
• Confidence in exploring
• Curiosity and environmental awareness
It gently invites children to slow down and notice the details around them.
A Last Note
Always consider safety and supervision depending on your location.
Encourage children to respect living things and leave nature as they found it.
Some prompts can be interpreted in many ways, and that’s part of the beauty. There is no single “right” answer.
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