Looking for a fun, screen-free way to get the kids excited about their books? Download our free book scavenger hunt and get hunting! It’s great fun, and you might find your child gets happily distracted by some reading along the way.
This scavenger hunt works by sending your child on a search through their own books to find specific items on a list — a title, a character, a certain kind of illustration, and more. Best of all, it isn’t tied to any one book or reading level, so children of any age can join in and enjoy the challenge.
Try Our Fun Book Scavenger Hunt
From “Once Upon a Time” to “The End,” your kids will enjoy the challenge of ticking off all the items on the list. All they have to do is find the items on the list within their favourite books — simple!
You can download our free Book Scavenger Hunt here, then just print it out and let the kids go searching among their books.
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If your kids enjoyed this challenge, why not send them out on the hunt for treasure too? Take a look at our 10 mega fun scavenger hunt ideas that the whole family will love.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age group is this scavenger hunt suitable for?
It isn’t tied to a specific age or reading level, so children of any age can take part — younger kids can search for pictures and simple items, while older readers can look for more detailed things like character names or plot points.
Do I need a specific book to do the scavenger hunt?
No — the hunt is designed to work with any book your child already owns or has borrowed from the library, so there’s nothing extra to buy.
How do I get the scavenger hunt?
Simply click the download link above to access the free PDF, then print it at home and hand it to your child to get started.
Can I use this activity in a classroom or group setting?
Yes, it works well for individual children at home, siblings doing it together, or as a fun group activity for a class or holiday camp.
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Did you try out our book scavenger hunt? Leave a comment below and let us know — we’d love to hear from you!
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