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July 11, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Want a super fun office party game for your next event? Try this printable office scavenger hunt for the workplace. This game for work is a great icebreaker game and team-building activity. Turn this hunt into an office-wide competition. Let the games begin!

Perhaps the word epic and office party aren’t usually attached. I mean, for a party to be epic it requires fun decor, good food, laughter, and good conversations. That isn’t always accomplished especially with hanging out with a crowd you might not choose socially. That being said, it is possible to pull off an epic office party with a little bit of planning. This office party treasure hunt creates a bit of friendly competition, turning a dull office event into a good office party.

Let’s take a look at how to pull off an epic office party that everyone will enjoy.

What are good Office Party ideas?

To quickly boost company culture, come together with a fun office party idea. There are many of creative ideas for office parties including office Olympics, murder mysteries escape rooms, amazing races, and themed parties. No matter what you choose, there is one thing they all should have in common.

The best office party ideas include…

A fun theme
Entertainment
Music
Awards and rewards
Adult beverages
Activities

One item hat brings forth fun prizes, great entertainment, and a fun theme is an office scavenger hunt. Let’s look at the 5 w’s of workplace treasure hunts nad how to create one epic party game that everyone is talking about for a long time.

Work Scavenger Hunt

In order to create a good scavenger hunt for the workplace, it’s important to address the who, what, when, where, and why. Answering the five Ws gives you direction and purpose for hosting a team building scavenger hunt. Once you have a purpose, the rest can fall into place.

Who can participate in scavenger hunts?

While this is meant to be an office scavenger hunt for adults, the truth is it’s easy-peasy. Even kids could do it. That being said, focusing on the purpose of the scavenger hunt (icebreakers, team-building, office party entertainment) gives you the proper audience. This scavenger hunt for the workplace is intended for many people.

Adult players can include:

The boss
HR
Team leaders
Team members
Coworkers
New employees
Office divisions
Workgroups
Administrative assistants
Custodial crew
Interns

Since an adult scavenger hunt brings people together, decide what team or group of people need a pick-me-up, team bonding, or deeper connections.

When to have an office scavenger hunt

The whens can include any time of the year. In fact, the more spontaneous, the more appreciated. Removing the traditional workday and playing fun games gives everyone a breath of fresh air.

Try this work scavenger hunt for the following “whens”:

Team-Building Event
New Location Change
Milestone Celebrations & Anniversaries
New Management Introduction
Office Training
Family Events
Employee Orientation
Holiday Party
End of the Year Accomplishments
New Employee Onboarding
Birthday Parties for Boss or Employees
No Reason

Where

Have this hunt in a small place like the cloffice or (even better) a huge place like the entire office building. For most people, this office scavenger hunt will take place in the office. If having this office treasure hunt at a venue or event location, then you might have to stage office items (like do you really have a highlighter at the office Christmas party?) You can display items around the venue or you can use the editable office scavenger hunt template to add your own ideas that fit your party theme.

Why have an office scavenger hunt?

Now to the why have a scavenger hunt? I bet you could give me a billion reasons of why this office worksheet would be a perfect fit for your company event. However, if you need a few ideas, we have them.

Boost Employee Engagement
Create Employee Morale
Build Team Bonding
Build Company Culture
Improve Communication
Enhance Team Problem-Solving Skills
Break the Ice with Random People
Get out of your comfort zones

Scavenger Hunt Rules

Once you understand the 5 Ws for the reason for your event, you can focus on the rules.

Types of work scavenger hunt…

Individuals vs Indivudals – It’s every man/woman for themselves
Teams vs Teams – Divide your colleagues into smaller teams.
Team vs Clock – Stay Focused on Interaction Within the Team

Once you have established teams or individuals, you can focus on the time limit, how will items be collected, and team meeting points.

Time: Set time. Can this be done with 30 minutes of activity? Have all players start at the same spot and end at the same spot. Dock points for teams that arrive late to the finishing spot.

Items: How will evidence be collected? Are photos enough evidence or do the items need to be collected? Or do both as snapping photos as evidence creates some great photos for the employee bulletin boards.

Checkpoints: As a scavenger hunt option, you can require checkpoints at certain times for a general idea of how players are doing or to capture the fun with videos.

It’s important the scavenger hunt host has these Scavenger hunt rules established ahead. Then once everyone is ready to play, go over all the scavenger hunt directions before the amazing race begins.

Office Scavenger Hunt List

Planning an office scavenger hunt doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, it can be as easy as pressing the printer button (unless you have one of those large industrial printers that always get jammed and the repair company has to be called.)

This scavenger hunt list for the office includes…

Ream of paper
A Starbucks Cup
Leftover food
Read plant
3 different colored rubber bands
Fax cover sheet
Orange highlighter
Stress-free relief toy
Pink paper clip
Roll of toilet paper
Anything with a cat on it

If you don’t like the ideas on this list of items, don’t worry – there are plenty of fun scavenger hunt list ideas you can add.

How to personalize a workplace scavenger hunt

The best thing about this work scavenger hunt is this is an editable PDF. That means you can add your own clue ideas. By adding your own scavenger hunt ideas, you will create inside jokes and office humor. Add fun ideas like “John’s red stapler” or “Sarah’s unicorn tape dispenser.” With each of these office items, there is only one. That means when you make this a team vs team scavenger hunt, only one team will come back with the item causing different results and different scores.

In addition to fun-specific items that fit individuals, you might be hosting a workplace icebreaker for new employees. In this case, add items to your list that include company history, missions, and values. Have new coworkers hunt for a sign or plaque that lists the company’s mission and values. Don’t forget the company’s history like who founded the company, grab his business card. Or when did the company begin?

Get creative with your ideas like…

Find a penny with the company start year
Find a picture of Paul’s cat
Get the owner’s business card
Find a copy of the company’s mission statement
Grab Millie’s slippers (hint: they are under her desk!)

How can you make this list of scavenger hunt ideas perfect for your office?

Office Party Scavenger Hunt Prizes

When it comes to workplace scavenger hunt rewards, there are two options. For party prizes, presents, and gifts for the winners of an office party hunt, you can use both tangible rewards and intangible rewards.

Intangible rewards have no monetary value. They can be as simple as declaring a team “the winner” or giving a verbal “thank you” or the day off. The other idea is tangible prizes. These are things you can physically touch like a cash bonus or gift certificate.

While the winners will mostly appreciate the prize of leaderboard bragging rights, there are plenty of fun ideas for prizes for an office party scavenger hunt. The more tangible the gift, the great the stakes and the more likely your participants will get into the game. These items will bring a feeling of appreciation.

See what’s in the budget and come up with some great ideas for tangible rewards that motivate your employees.

Scavenger hunt prizes can include…

Travel vouchers
Trophies
Wine bottles
Small liquor bottles
Lottery tickets
Gas cards
Fun office supplies
Lunch
Restaurant certificates
Spa vouchers
Movie tickets
Memberships
Gift cards

Now that we know how to put on an epic office scavenger hunt, grab the printable scavenger hunt for the office and go ahead and make it your own! Let the amazing race begin.

Office Scavenger Hunt Printable

What you get with purchase:

Office Scavenger Hunt Digital Download PDF
Blank Office Scavenger Hunt Template Digital Download PDF (editable)

This is an editable PDF document so you can add your own workplace scavenger hunt ideas to the list. Make this document by personalizing the ideas to your staff. Add things like “Joe’s favorite coffee mug” or “Meg’s blue cardigan.” If you make some of the list singular, personalized items, only one team can get the item meaning the score on the scavenger hunt will not be the same for each time allowing one true winner and prize.

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Types of Office Scavenger Hunts

Was this team-building scavenger hunt not a fit for your employees? Or have you already done and need more fun ideas? There are plenty of other ways to build employee morale. Try some of these other Adult Scavenger Hunt Ideas for the office.

Photo Scavenger Hunt

Say Cheese! This Selfie Scavenger Hunt is one that everyone will love. If you don’t have camera-shy coworkers, try this photo scavenger hunt pdf and see who has the best selfie skills. This is a fantastic way to have everyone laughing, posing, and talking, potentially their wackiest and silliest group selfies yet! Pin to Pinterest.

Fun Around Town Scavenger Hunt

Sometimes it’s best to get the team out of the office and around town. For a great race idea, hit the mall or a public setting like Target, Walmart, or an outdoor mall. We have two sets of Mall Scavenger Hunts so you can decide which is best for you. This Mall Scavenger Hunt is editable (again add your own ideas) while this Mall Scavenger Hunt is silly and fun. Complete challenges and find a time and place to meet up to establish a winner. You can award bonus points for creative photos, first to finish, etc. Pin to Pinterest.

Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Is your team working remotely or on opposite sites of the country? It is still possible to bring people together over a silly online scavenger hunt. This Virtual Scavenger Hunt game can be played in real-time over Zoom, Skype, Google Meets, or even over text using a cellphone! Try it out. It’s a great way to break up the working day. Work in the morning and take the afternoon off doing something silly and fun. If you have a large group participating in this virtual team hunt, split into remote teams and keep the leaderboard visual over everyone’s computer screen. Pin to Pinterest.

Holiday Party Scavenger Hunt

If you love holiday games, check out our list of Christmas Party Games including Christmas Minute to Win It Games. Keep track of these holiday party games and ideas and constantly check out the scavenger hunt printables as we have a Christmas party scavenger hunt in the works that will be here by the holiday season.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your office party ideas and let us know how the work scavenger hunt went. Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

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Creative Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt Ideas

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July 5, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Looking for fun and engaging ways to get kids excited about exploring the great outdoors? Check out our Creative Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt Ideas! From searching for hidden treasures to identifying unique plant and animal species, our scavenger hunts will have kids of all ages using their senses, learning about nature, and having a blast in the process. So lace up your hiking boots, grab your binoculars, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure through the great outdoors!

Nature walks are a great way to get out into nature and explore. In addition to being fun, nature walks can also be educational and give kids the opportunity to learn more about the environment. A creative scavenger hunt can add an extra element of excitement to a nature walk, and there are lots of ideas for activities that will engage children and help them have a great time while learning about the outdoors. In this post, we’ll explore outdoor scavenger hunt ideas that you can use on your next nature walk.

Creating a Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt

Creating a Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt is an excellent way to engage individuals of all ages with the natural world and encourage them to explore their surroundings. This interactive and educational activity fosters a deeper appreciation for nature while promoting observation skills and curiosity. To design a successful scavenger hunt, several key elements need to be considered.

First, it is important to choose an appropriate location for the nature walk. Whether it’s a local park, a fun hiking trail, a nature reserve, or even a backyard, the area should offer a variety of natural features and wildlife to discover. Consider the season and time of day to ensure the availability of specific flora and fauna.

Next, compile a list of items or characteristics that participants can search for during the walk. These could include specific types of trees, plants, birds, insects, animal tracks, or natural landmarks.

Nature Scavenger Hunt List

A nature walk scavenger hunt list should be diverse and cater to different difficulty levels based on the participants’ ages and knowledge. Consider whether your objects if things to observe (like a waterfall or spider web) or things to collect (like an interesting leaf or a nut.)

Here’s a list of items you can search for during your nature walk scavenger hunt:

Smooth pebble
Feather
Pinecone
Wildflower
Fallen leaf
Animal footprint
Moss-covered rock
Spider web
Bird’s nest
Butterfly or moth
Acorn
Squirrel or chipmunk
Different types of tree bark
Caterpillar
Anthill
Mushrooms or fungi
Four-leaf clover
Insect (beetle, grasshopper, dragonfly, etc.)
Spider
Animal tracks (deer, rabbit, raccoon, etc.)
Worm or snail
Wild berries or fruits
A stone with an interesting shape
A tree with a hollow trunk
Something that makes a pleasant sound (waterfall, bird song, rustling leaves)

Feel free to modify the list based on your location, the time of year, the difficulty, and age group.

Nature Scavenger Hunt Ideas

A nature walk scavenger hunt can be a fun and educational outdoor activity. There are many ideas for outdoor scavenger hunts ideas based on seasons, locations, and age groups. Enjoy creative checklists, nature-inspired riddles, fun ideas for collecting small treasures, and more. All ages can embark on an adventure that nurtures their curiosity, observational skills, and appreciation for the beauty and diversity of the great outdoors. These immersive experience outdoor activities will transform a simple stroll into a captivating exploration of the world that surrounds us.

We’ve made dozens of year-round nature walk scavenger hunt printables so you can run! Run with the instant downloads already created for you. Simply purchase, download, and print in a matter of minutes. Take a look at all these Nature Scavenger Hunt Ideas and download the fun printables for any outdoor trail location, season, audience, and purpose.

Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt Brown Bag

Get ready for an exciting adventure with this Nature Scavenger Hunt List Printable: Brown Bag Edition! Featuring a unique and cute design, this printable will have everyone eager to explore and discover the great outdoors. Simply grab a brown bag, download the printable, and attach it to the bag with glue or tape. Head out into nature to uncover the treasures on the list.

This brown bag scavenger hunt can also be printed on. Simply add the brown bags to a printer and feed the item through. For an additional idea, you can also turn it into a friendly competition by giving everyone a small bag to collect their items. The person who finds all the items first or finds the most unique items wins. For older children , add a stopwatch and turn the activity into an outdoor math lesson game.

Egg Carton Scavenger Hunt in Nature

Embark on a fun-filled journey with our Egg Carton Nature Scavenger Hunt – the perfect activity to engage kids of all ages in the great outdoors! This nature treasure hunt is an easy-to-print, entertaining, and educational activity designed to spark curiosity and exploration. It turns the everyday environment into a thrilling adventure, encouraging kids to discover the hidden wonders that surround them, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.

This egg carton scavenger hunt is super cute for preschoolers or children learning to read. If doing in the preschool classroom, just ask parents to send in egg cartons. Once you have enough, you can add it to your hands-on science lesson and go on an outdoor adventure. Feel free to stage any times you do not have around your school playground. Follow the scavenger hunt checklist and add things to an empty carton of eggs. If the weather is bad, add these items to a sensory pin for a classroom scavenger hunt station. At the end of the outdoor activity, the kids are left with a treasure box of items found in nature. Turn your collected item into fun art projects.

Camping Scavenger Hunt

Looking for a fun way to get the whole family outside and explore the great outdoors at a campsite? Pack up your gear, grab your sense of adventure, and get ready to embark on a scavenger hunt like no other! The Camping Treasure Hunt has 20 clue cards! This is the perfect adventure for nature-loving kids and adults alike.

Simply visit a campsite the scavenger hunt for camping is sure to have you searching high and low for all sorts of clues at the campgrounds. This is a super adorable camping game to add to your family vacation. At the end of the treasure hunt, your child can find a small prize or trinket for their camping adventure.

Backyard Scavenger Hunt Clues

Get ready to turn your backyard into an epic adventure zone with our super fun Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Clues! With these 20 nature riddle clue cards, you and your crew will set out on a mission to find hidden treasures or prizes or just have the victory of completing the outdoor treasure hunt. Search under rocks, up in trees, or near the water hose, there’s no telling where our cleverly hidden clues might be lurking.

This lawn scavenger hunt is sure to keep everyone on their toes and can be done in your own backyard. You can extend the activity with a few trampoline games, pool games, or backyard games.

Park Scavenger Hunt

Visit a park is a great place to find adventure. What could be more exciting for kids than a great scavenger hunt at their local playground? Our Playground Scavenger Hunt is the ultimate adventure for young explorers, sending them on a thrilling quest to find all sorts of hidden treasures and secret spots. From crawling over equipment to sliding down slides and scaling climbing walls, this outdoor treasure hunt will have kids testing their agility and imagination in all sorts of fun ways.

This hunt is sure to get kids moving, thinking, and having a blast from start to finish. It comes in two styles for younger kids and older kids. Grab your sneakers, rally your kiddos, and get ready to explore the playground like never before!

Beach Scavenger Hunt

Headed to the shore? This is a great activity to soak up the sun and enjoy the sand, surf, and sea. This Beach Scavenger Hunt can be placed on a bucket. From collecting seashells to building sandcastles, our scavenger hunt free printable checklist is the perfect way to turn a lazy day at the beach into an exciting and engaging adventure.

Whether you’re exploring a bustling beach boardwalk or wandering along a secluded shoreline, this free nature scavenger hunt at the beach will have you searching high and low for all sorts of hidden treasures and secret surprises. Pair them with our Mintue to Win it Water Games or Beach Games. Grab your sunscreen and your sense of adventure for these fun outdoor activities.

Pond Scavenger Hunt

Another creative outdoor activity is a Pond Scavenger Hunt. Ponds are something we drive by often and though we give them a look, we don’t always give them the time to explore. In this fun outdoor printable set, download the nature journal and sets of pond life treasure hunts for older kids and younger children.

From hidden critters to hidden treasures, there’s no telling what you might stumble upon on this exciting outdoor quest. For younger kids, extend the activity to the classroom by creating a sensory bin with wild and wacky treasures. Use the activity with scientific reflections and language arts journal observations for older kids.

Photo Scavenger Hunt

Teens will love this activity. This is also a great outdoor scavenger hunt idea for adults. Take a Photo Scavenger Hunt and explore your local area or town. Use it in a field, at an outdoor venue, or exploring nature with a group of friends.

This activity can become a virtual scavenger hunt by adding your ideas to Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, or Snap Chat. This photo treasure hunt is editable, which means you can add your own ideas for your audience or location.

Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt

Are you new to the hood or looking to stay close to home? This Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt can be done by walking and getting your steps in. Alternatively, create a golf cart scavenger hunt and extend the distance you can go. this set comes with a neighbor scavenger hunt printable list and 20 clue cards making it perfect for any age group.

Nature walk activities can go with you! Are you visiting grandma or grandma? Take this scavenger hunt with you and explore their community. Grandparents would love to take an evening walk with their little bundles of joy!

Garden Scavenger Hunt

Are you ready to plant a garden? Whether you have a green thumb or are just visiting one, add this Garden Scavenger Hunt to your adventure. This set includes two types of scavenger hunts for older kids or emergent readers and younger kids who cannot read yet.

In addition to the outdoor treasure hunt, download the nature notebook and make observations about growing plants and vegetables in a garden.

Summer Scavenger Hunt Checklist

Does the summer heat have you wishing for a little bit of adventure and fun? We have three fun summer scavenger hunts including the Summer Scavenger Hunt List. Enjoy this checklist as you find common outdoor objects found in summer.

You can also take a look at the Summer Scavenger Hunt with Clues too! This is an outdoor and indoor scavenger hunt. Have fun prizes with each flue or one giant prize at the end! It’s a fun way to surprise a summer vacation or trip.

5 Senses Nature Scavenger Hunt for Spring

Spring is a great time for an outdoor activity. Plants are emerging from eh ground, and new babies are being born. Make fun observations in this super cute Spring 5 Senses Scavenger Hunt.

This set comes with five fun treasure hunts including an Easter scavenger hunt, picture scavenger hunt, and neighborhood hunt. You can download the five senses scavenger hunt and focus on things you might see, hear, touch, see, and taste in the spring season. This would be a great earth day activity!

I Spy Nature Scavenger Hunt for Younger Kids

Explore nature up close and personal with this Nature Scavenger Hunt Bundle. This is a unique treasure hunt that explores flowers, the sky, and even the different types of trees found in Norht America.

Use this nature walk scavenger hunt for younger kids in a preschool, pre-k, or kindergarten classroom. Grab a magnifying glass and explore the daily weather and the different leaves found on trees. Talk about colors by finding different plants, flowers, and objects found in nature in the great outdoors. Use what you collected and turn them into nature crafts.

In summary, nature walks are a great way to explore the outdoors and can be made even more fun with a creative scavenger hunt. With the right ideas and activities, your nature walk scavenger hunt can be both fun and educational and get kids excited about getting outside and learning about nature. Remember to make the scavenger hunt age-appropriate and vary the tasks so that everyone in the group can participate.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your nature walk scavenger hunt ideas. Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

Now that you’ve got some great ideas, it’s time to plan your own nature treasure hunt. Gather your kids and get out there to explore the environment and have a great time outdoors.

Remember to respect the environment and leave everything as you found it. Happy scavenging!

Outdoor & Indoor Rainy Day Games for Kids

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June 27, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Rainy days are for indoor & outdoor fun! These fun rainy day activities embrace the weather and produce laughter and great memories. Stay dry with a list of cozy indoor activities. Alternatively, get wet with fun outdoor games that create a splash. Finally, try something new and print these 17 rainy day games that everyone will love. Embrace the forecast and let the games begin.

Let me explain to you the first week of summer 2023. Chances are if you were in the eastern region of the United States you felt some of these pains too. Well for us, it was the acceptance of a pool membership we waited on for 3 years. We got into the pool and we were excited. One visit and then the rain and cooler temps began. Over a week of rain and cooler temps. My 3 sons taking swim lessons in 60-degree temps. This was the middle to end of Juen and I was baffled. Where were the terrible hot days when we complain about the terrible heat but cool off under the aqua water of a pool? Playing pool games and running through the yard like we have no care in the world. This was June of 2023 for us. You too?

Rainy days can be a bummer for those who are used to being outside and enjoying the sunshine. If you find yourself stuck indoors, don’t fret! There are dozens of fun rainy day activities to do indoors (and outdoors) when the weather isn’t cooperating. In fact, rainy days can also be an opportunity for families to spend quality time together. From rainy-day games to movie marathons, there are many ways to keep entertained while staying dry or getting super wet.

One great activity for a rainy day is to break out the indoor games. Whether it’s classic games like Monopoly and Scrabble, or newer games like Minute to Win It and family trivia, there are plenty of options to choose from. Unique group games are a great way to spend quality time with friends and family and can provide hours of entertainment.

Another fun activity to do on a rainy day is to have a movie marathon indoors. This is a great way to catch up on all the movies you’ve been meaning to watch, or to re-watch some of your favorites. Pop some popcorn, grab some blankets, and settle in for a cozy day indoors. With streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, there are endless options for movies and TV shows to choose from. When the weather gets better, you can move your movie viewing to the backyard and check it off your fall or summer bucket list.

Let’s take a look at a sample of creative rainy-day activities indoors and outdoors. This includes everything from hands-on arts and crafts to screen time and movie marathons. In addition, print our Rainy Day Games and get ready to enjoy unique games including one-minute games, relay races, water balloon fights, and more. There are many unique games that I bet you’ve never played before.

Indoor Activities

When the weather outside is dreary and wet, there’s no need to feel down. Rainy days provide the perfect opportunity to explore a different realm of entertainment and fun indoors. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, mental stimulation, or simply a way to pass the time, these indoor endeavors are sure to brighten up even the gloomiest of rainy days.

There are plenty of fun rainy day activities indoors to keep you entertained on a rainy day. Here are some great ideas to try out:

Arts and Crafts

Get creative with some arts and crafts projects. Raid your craft closet and recycling bin and get creative. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, there are many ideas to choose from. Try cardboard cereal box crafts, paper plate crafts, painting rocks, or using these creative ideas with paint strips. You could even try your hand at making some DIY home decor.

Cooking and Baking

Rainy days are the perfect time to get in the kitchen and whip up some delicious treats. Try making some comfort food like soup or chili, or bake some cookies or a cake. Look at what’s in your pantry and list ingredients on AI chat and create a new recipe with what you have on hand. You could even try making these easy chocolate chip cookies with a grocery scavenger hunt.

Movie Marathon

Curl up on the couch with a blanket and pillows and have a movie marathon. Pick a theme or a series of movies to watch, or just choose some of your favorites. For toddlers or younger kids, grab cardboard boxes and use fine motor skills to create cardboard box cars for a fun indoor drive-in movie idea. Don’t forget the popcorn and snacks!

Dance Party

Host a dance party. Create a lively atmosphere by clearing a space in your living room. Connect your favorite playlist or choose a music streaming service that offers upbeat and energetic tracks. Dim the lights (which the clouds have already done for you) or add colorful lighting effects to set the mood. Encouraging everyone to let loose, express themselves, and dance like nobody’s watching.

Board Games and Puzzles

Gather some friends or family members and play some board games or puzzles. There 100s of options to choose from, whether you prefer classic games like Monopoly or Scrabble, or newer games like Do You Really Know Your Family or Ticket to Ride.

No matter what you choose to do on a rainy day, just remember to have fun and enjoy the cozy indoor atmosphere.

Outdoor Activities

When raindrops patter against the windowpane and gray clouds dominate the sky, it might seem like the perfect excuse to stay indoors and surrender to the cozy comforts of home. However, embracing the elements and seeking outdoor adventures on a rainy day can bring a unique and invigorating experience.

Despite the wet conditions, there are plenty of fun outdoor games and activities that can be enjoyed in the rain. It’s important to pay attention to the weather and never venture out when it is thundering and lightning (or in the forecast ahead.) Here are a few ideas for making the most of a rainy day.

Puddle Jumping

Puddle jumping is a classic rainy day activity that never gets old. Whether you’re a kid or an adult, there’s something satisfying about stomping through puddles and feeling the water splash up around your feet. Put on waterproof rain boots and raincoats. Find a large puddle and jump. Encourage your kids to see who can make the biggest splash. If there are no large puddles, create your own by using a hose or sprinkler. This day is also a great day to grab mud from the edge of these puddles and make your own mud kitchen using buckets, bowls, kitchen utensils, and sand shovels.

Rain Photography

Rain can create some stunning photo opportunities. The way the light reflects off the water, the way the raindrops cling to leaves and flowers, and the way the world looks through a rain-streaked window can all make for beautiful and unique photos. Create a makeshift cell phone umbrella, grab your camera or phone, and head outside to capture some rainy-day shots. See if you can enjoy a summer selfie scavenger hunt with your camera.

Fishing in the Rain

If you’re an avid fisherman (or even a novice), don’t let a little rain stop you from casting your line. In fact, some fishermen swear that rainy days are the best for catching fish. This is also a great idea for camping in the rain as the rain might limit your activities. Just make sure to dress appropriately for the weather, and bring a waterproof cover for your gear.

Rain Art

Rain can be used as a medium for art. Give kids a bucket of sidewalk chalk and let them draw on the wet pavement. The rain will mix with the chalk and create a unique effect. Alternatively, give them a paintbrush and let them paint on a canvas in the rain. The touch of water will create a beautiful watercolor masterpiece. You can even add a squirt gun to the canvas and do the mixing of water and paints yourself.

Nature Scavenger Hunt

Rainy days are a great time to explore nature. Create a nature scavenger hunt list of items that can be found in the rain, such as snails, worms, and mushrooms. Give kids a bag or bucket to collect their non-living finds. You can also use our outdoor scavenger hunt with adorable rhyming riddles to guide an outdoor adventure at home. Make sure they are wearing appropriate clothing and have rain gear, such as rain boots and jackets.

Remember, just because it’s raining doesn’t mean you have to stay cooped up inside all day. Take the opportunity to venture outside and immerse oneself in the beauty of a rainy day. With a little creativity and preparation or spontaneity and a who-cares attitude, you can have a fun and memorable outdoor experience even on a rainy day.

Now that we’ve discussed creative ideas, get ready to have some fun. Use some of the ideas above or do something awesome and unique. Have put together 17 fun rainy-day activities for indoors and outdoors.

Fun Rainy Day Games Printable

On a rainy day, it can be challenging to keep kids entertained and engaged. One way to make the most of a rainy day is by playing games that are fun and engaging for kids of all ages. We put together the creative activities for you. Simply print these rainy-day games and let the adventure begin. Don’t reinvent the wheel trying to come up with indoor and outdoor ideas for a rainy day.

If you are encouraging creativity and imagination and want instant games at your fingertips, download these 17 fun rainy-day games. They are an instant download so you will have everything you need immediately. Once you download, print and gather your supplies.

This printable game set includes examples of …

Outdoor Rainy Day Games
Indoor Rainy Day Games
Anywhere Rainy Day Games

These games are tons of fun for all ages. All 17 games have game directions as well as a supply list using common items you have around the home. That means you can have instant games in your hands immediately.

The full list of games you can play on a rainy day includes…

Potato Drop
Balloon on a String
This Blows
Sticky Spider Web
Musical Statues
Balloon Tennis
Traveling Basketball
Pop the Balloons
Pass the Water
Sponge Relay
TV Freeze Tag
Water Ballon Toss
T-Shirt Party
Sardines
Ka-Broom
Defy Gravity
Nose Mover

These group games include relay races, balloon games, minute-to-win-it games, and more. They can be played indoors or outdoors. You can stay dry or embrace the heavy weather and get super wet. Don’t let a little rain dampen your kids’ spirits – grab the Rainy Day Games Ultimate Collection and let the games begin!

Warning: laughter is included in these screen-free activities for kids. In addition to laughter, plenty of memories will be made.

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More Indoor Rainy Day Games

When it’s raining outside, it’s easy to feel like you’re stuck indoors with nothing to do. That’s not true! When the weather outside is not suitable for outdoor activities, indoor games are a perfect way to keep the kids entertained. Here are some great indoor rainy day games that kids will love:

Board Games

Board games are a great way to spend time indoors. They are perfect for families or groups of friends. Here are some classic board games that are perfect for rainy days:

Monopoly
Clue
Scrabble
Sorry
Risk
Ticket to Ride

These board games are not only fun but also educational. They can help kids develop their problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and social skills.

Card Games

Card games are another great way to keep kids entertained on a rainy day. They are perfect for kids who love to solve problems and use their brains. Here are some fun card games that kids will love:

These kids’ card games can help kids develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Educational Games

Educational games are a great way to keep kids entertained while also helping them learn. Here are some educational games that kids will love:

Math games
Science activities
Geography games
History games
Language learning games

These educational games can help kids develop their knowledge and skills in various subjects while also having fun.

Indoor Scavenger Hunt

Finally, an indoor scavenger hunt at home with clue cards is a thrilling and interactive activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The indoor treasure hunt begins by hiding clue cards strategically throughout the house, each containing a riddle that leads to the next clue. Players embark on a quest, following the clues, searching high and low to unravel the lue and find the hidden treasure. This engaging game promotes problem-solving skills, teamwork, and excitement as players work together to solve each clue and progress through the scavenger hunt, creating lasting memories along the way.

Overall, there are many different games and activities that can be enjoyed on a rainy day. Rainy day games are a great way to keep kids entertained and engaged By taking the time to plan ahead and choose games and activities that are appropriate for the age and interests of your children, you can turn a dreary day into a fun and memorable experience for the whole family.

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School Classroom Scavenger Hunt

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June 20, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Get to know a new school with a hands-on classroom scavenger hunt PDF. Print this really cute, interactive school scavenger hunt to explore the 5 senses, new rooms, the hallway, class, & more. Great for a new year the first day of school, or welcoming a new student!

The back to school season can bring a mixture of emotions. The beginning of the year includes a new environment, new friends, and a new teacher. In order to break up anxieties and the stresses of unknown settings, we’ve put together a great activity that can be used across all grades. A classroom scavenger hunt has many benefits but mostly those of creating an ice breaker for meeting new peers and a new environment. Play with your students or get with another teacher and pair older kids wiht younger kids as they learn about the places in their school.

We created a simple scavenger hunt that you will love. More importantly, a cute hunt that they will love. In this blog post, learn the different ways you can create a school scavenger hunt, the benefits of a school scavenger hunt, and fun ideas to personalize both types of scavenger hunts for younger and older kids.

Let the fun begin!

How do you do a scavenger hunt in school?

If you are ready to create a fun activity at school for the students, a scavenger hunt is a great start. A scavenger hunt creates guided exploration for students to explore the environment. It can be done independently in a quiet setting with each student completing the task on their own. This can also be turned into a group activity where a group of students need to work together in a team to accomplish the task.

It’s very easy to set up a scavenger hunt at school. Create a list of things you want the kids to find and add these items to a scavenger hunt checklist. We’ve done the hard work for you and created a scavenger hunt set you can use. Either print both or one.

To set up the scavenger hunt:

Download the classroom scavenger hunt.
Print enough classroom scavenger hunts for each student or each team.
Go over the rules. This hunt does require you to go in common and public spaces. Make sure kids know to keep low or quiet voices.
If doing this with a new student, create a buddy system and allow fellow classmates to lead them around the school and show them their new environment.

Optional: Print these on cardstock for durability. You can even laminate the scavenger hunts to use year after year. Kids can use dry-erase markers when they find the item and complete the task.

When should you use a classroom scavenger hunt?

Knowing the benefits of a school scavenger hunt will help you establish the reason to use this fun resource. A school scavenger hunt is great for teamwork, problem-solving, getting to know a new environment, and getting to know peers.

Reasons for a classroom scavenger hunt include…

Ice breakers and connecting new peers
First day of school ideas for activities
Learning about the spaces in a new school and new classroom
Teamwork and group games for tablemates, new friends, teachers, and students
Builds problem-solving skills
Welcoming a new student to a new school
Body & mind exercises for the first week of school
Photo scavenger hunt for a photography class or art classroom
Spread across multiple grades and use as an activity for older buddies with younger buddies

The school game benefits are making a new place familiar, connecting with others, and providing a fun activity for the school day.

Now that you know the benefits, discover the items you will find on your school scavenger hunt list.

Classroom Scavenger Hunt Ideas

On the printable classroom scavenger hunt for school, we have put together a list of ideas. Some of these ideas are concrete and will be tangible items that are the same for all students. Some of these ideas are abstract and can be different ideas for each student.

Take a look at these good items for a school scavenger hunt:

American flag
Teacher desk
Cafeteria
Music room
Something red
An object in the shape of a circle
Something you can smell
Students’ desk
Bathroom
Gym

… and more picture clues!

Classroom Scavenger Hunt Printable

There are many reasons you can enjoy a classroom scavenger hunt. This is a great scavenger hunt for kindergartens or younger kids. One at-school classroom scavenger hunt shows students around the new school. The other is a fun school treasure hunt that observes senses, numbers, shapes, and colors.

We get it. Color ink is hard to come by in a school setting. This interactive school scavenger hunt also comes in a B&W version. In addition to a color worksheet and black & white printable, the scavenger hunt comes in two sizes so you can print two on your 8.5 x 11-inch page. We want to make this school scavenger hunt worksheet cost-efficient and easy for you.

Gift the kids an activity that is so much fun. Get to know a new school or elementary school setting with a Back to School Scavenger Hunt checklist.

*This is a non-editable PDF document.

School Classroom Scavenger Hunt Printable

Can this scavenger hunt be done in a preschool classroom?

Yes, this school scavenger hunt can be done in many places. The age of the kids includes kindergarten, elementary school, and preschool. This is a perfect classroom scavenger hunt preschool worksheet because it includes exploring a new environment and the five senses. Since many preschoolers do not visit an art room, you can talk about the art area in general. Since some preschool environments don’t have a “principal’s office” you can talk about the director of the school and introduce a new vocabulary word – principal. Lastly, teach children about colors and the five senses as you work to discover objects with different colors, shapes, and textures. Just adapt the environment for the school scavenger hunt list as needed. Use rooms or facilities you might not have as examples for discussions.

To further this lesson with preschoolers, as the teacher you could also go on a virtual scavenger hunt of their “big school” right before they approach graduating from preschool. Instead of using this hunt at the beginning of the school year, you are going to save it for the end of the year when your students are starting a new “big kid” school, aka kindergarten. For younger kids, create a slide show of their new school with the images in the school scavenger hunt checklist. With a little creativity, you can visit almost any place on a virtual field trip. If your students are going to different schools – let’s say three, then have an image of three different gyms. What a great way to reduce those first-day-of-school anxieties. I bet the parents will love you (I mean they likely already do!)

Is this scavenger hunt a competition?

That is really up to you. The school classroom scavenger hunt can be done individually or in teams. With either, you can race against the clock or race against other teams/individuals. Keep in mind, competition tends to create louder voices. If doing this as a friendly competition, have rules for voice levels and running. You know your students. If you don’t and you want to control the environment and behavior, it’s best to avoid competition. Instead, have a small reward for completion with an end time at the end of the day. Completion can be done on your own timeline and everyone wins.

Fun prizes for a school scavenger hunt can include:

Pencils
Erasers
School supplies
Fidget toys
Mini pencil sharpeners
Colored paper clips
Homework pass
Extra recess

… and of course, intrinsic satisfaction is likely the most rewarding!

More School Printables

The first week of school and the return to classroom setting can be exciting. With excitement can also come a few nerves. We have some fun back-to-school printables for teachers and students. Take a look at these fun ideas.

School Supply Treasure Hunt

Parents will love this fun Back to School Treasure Hunt. Get excited for the return to school using a back-to-school scavenger hunt to find school supplies. This can include crayons, glue, pencils, backpacks, lunch boxes, and more. The possibilities are endless. This fun school hunt is meant for at home and includes rhyming riddles clues card the kids are to solve along the way. At the end of the hunt (with the last clue) or with each back to schools scavenger hunt clue, the kids will pick up a school supply. Use this for a back-to-school party or a just-because celebration for the anticipation of the first day of school. Make it a first-day-of-school tradition. Pin to Pinterest.

Science Scavenger Hunt

Looking for an older scavenger hunt for middle school, older elementary-aged kids, or high school? Use this STEM scavenger hunt for the classroom. There is a wide range of kids that can use this scavenger hunt, so adapt it to your age group. For example, this scavenger hunt for high school might feel a bit juvenile. Instead, choose a team and create it into an internet search, full school search, etc. It will be a nice school icebreaker for students but also create a bit of fun and excitement in the mundane, boring school day. If they complain, just remind them you can always re-open a textbook. Pin to Pinterest.

Playground Scavenger Hunt

Are you looking for the kind of scavenger hunt you can take outdoors? If a bit of oxygen and sunshine is just what your kiddos need, go on a fun playground scavenger hunt with rhyming riddle clue cards or a checklist of playground equipment. This can be used in conjunction with giving new rules for playground equipment and recess. Pin to Pinterest.

Color Scavenger Hunt

This is a fun scavenger hunt for toddlers and younger children. In this color scavenger hunt, kids go through their colors from red all the way to white. Children will discover different colors around the house. Pin to Pinterest.

Alphabet Scavenger Hunt

Working on letter recognition and writing skills? Download this printable Alphabet Scavenger Hunt. Kids can search around the classroom, the school setting, or even outdoors to find different letters to the alphabet and write what they find. You can turn this into a research virtual scavenger hunt and find items on the internet too. Pin to Pinterest.

School Games

Do you love a good 60-second game? We have a few classroom games or back-to-school party games that can be used with the kids. They include common school supplies for the printable games and are played in a one-minute game style. Download and print these fun Back to School Minute to Win it Games for the classroom, your house, your youth group, and more. You choose the setting, just grab a stopwatch, school supplies, and a smile. Pin to Pinterest.

Teacher Gift Tag Ideas

Listen, random acts of kindness for teachers can go a long way. They can include simple and easy couple-dollar gifts (think a candy bar or cup of coffee). Take a look at this teacher appreciation printable gift tag set that you can attach to many common items. They include a gift tag for every occasion and season. Best of all, you can use it for all of your children and year after year making it a very affordable teacher gift with a bit of punny funny gift tag ideas for teachers! Pin to Pinterest.

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50+ Free & Cheap Summer Activities for Families

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June 6, 2023 by Ashley Langston Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Summer

Are you looking for some fun, cheap summer activities? These frugal summer activities are perfect for family fun! Use the printable checklist to get your gears rolling on how to have fun this summer on a budget, and don’t forget to add a few of your own thoughts, too! Check out the free summer printable – perfect for days and days of free summer activities.

It’s no secret that the summer months present a lot of opportunities for kids and families to have fun, but a majority of those ideas have a hefty price tag to them as well.

This is where having a list of cheap summer activities for kids is the best! You can literally fill your days with frugal fun, and not even have to spend a dime.

Not only does this free printable give you a ton of great activities and ideas, but it also comes with a summer planner so that you can plan out each and every day.

These summer fun ideas are perfect for cheap summer dinners, silly scavenger hunts, and more. You can take this list of cheap activities and use them anytime that you want!

What fun activities can I do over the summer?

This is what the summer months are all about. The moment that the kids are out of school for the summer, it’s as if the outdoor activities and summer plans are endless.

From camping to riding bikes, drawing on the sidewalk with chalk, or even planning a picnic at the park, every day brings about new opportunities for having fun in the summer sun.

The best part about summer is that the days are long and the sun is hot! This gives you hours of outdoor activities and options to do and have fun!

What are fun summer activities for families?

This printable will give you a ton of fun ideas! I can’t give them all away for you right here, but I’ll happily give you a sneak peek at the list of ideas.

Let’s look at some fun ideas for cheap and free summer activities.

Go fishing

Going fishing includes finding a water spot like a creek, river, bay, or ocean. Make a day of grabbing a pole and visiting the water. You might even be able to eat what you catch!

Have a picnic al fresco

Have a picnic in the early morning or early evening when it isn’t too hot. Watch the sunrise or sunset and enjoy breakfast, drinks, and a yummy treat. You can even visit a hot/cold food bar at your local grocery store and grab various yummy bites to everyone’s liking.

Go on a scavenger hunt

Scavenger hunts are amazing treasure hunts for kids and adults. They include a variety of ideas like outdoor scavenger hunts or indoor scavenger hunts. Also enjoy themed scavenger hunts like summer scavenger hunts, birthday scavenger hunts, or mall scavenger hunts.

Stargaze in your own backyard

The backyard is a great place to create memories of stargazing. Plus at the end of the night, you can open your patio door and sleep in your own bed or night camp in the backyard! Enjoy looking at the nighttime sky and staying up way past your bedtime.

Make and fly a kite

Create a kite challenge. Upscycle things from the recycling bin and craft closet and see if you can come up what a kite that flies. Hit a field or the beach and have a kite challenge to see who can keep their kite up the longest.

Experiment with grilling

Summer is a great time for outdoor grilling recipes. Try different ingredients you might not have in the middle of winter like pineapple, corn, and more! Kids can have fun making their own skewer recipes personalized to their favorite tastes.

Make a fort

We are not talking about tossing a blanket over a chair. Get creative and make an epic blanket fort using blankets, sheets, and chairs. Add Christmas lights and a sleeping bag and camp out in your DIY tent in the living room.

Make an outdoor obstacle course

Summer games are so fun. Obscales courses evoke creative juices to come up with fun challenges. You can add this obstacle course to your list of backyard games for groups.

Host a talent show

Do you have a few clowns, I mean children with amazing talent? Host your very own neighborhood talent show. Pop popcorn, pass out snacks, and drink yummy lemonade.

Make paper bag puppets

Raid your craft supplies and get creative. Watch a fun paper bag puppets YouTube video and see if you can come up with creative paper bag puppet ideas.

Put on a fashion show

How many Halloween costumes do you own? Pull out those dress-up items this summer and make a fun fashion show.

Play flashlight tag

This is such a fun activity – when the sun goes down, head outside and play flashlight tag. This outdoor nighttime game is super fun with the immediate family or as a large outdoor group game.

Try new pool games

The pool is one of the best places to cool over during summer. Invite some friends over and quit the routine Marco Polo game. Instead all some fun pool party games for adults, teens, and kids (that are good swimmers.) They are silly and fresh and the kids will love them.

Have a sleepover

Sleepovers are great for pillow fights, late-night movies, and sleeping in (because there isn’t anything on the schedule to wake you!) Play truth or dare or sleepover games for the girls. It will be a great night!

Host a potluck

It takes a little work but is worth it if you can spread out the tasks. Host a potluck at your home. When everyone split the effort, these become cheap summer meals for a crowd catering to a bunch of different taste buds. Have left over containers so everyone can take a bit of extra home for lunch the next day. The joy and laughter around the table will be wroth and you will ask “Why don’t we do this more?”

Try New Recipes

Nothing is worse in summer than hearing “What’s for dinner?” Don’t you want to relax too? Make cooking fun and creative by trying new recipes. Some of my favorite cheap summer meals come from Dinnerly. Enjoy cheap summer dinner ideas with new recipes you have not tried before. The kit includes easy recipes and best of all, everything is shipped to your house each week, skip the grocery store.

Play family games

Board games are fun, but have you tried a few games out of the box and not ordinary? See if you can play all of these 52 deck of standard playing card games or go through the entire family game night bucket list.

Have a hometown tour

A solution to cheap summer vacations are staycations. There is a lot of fun that can be had in your home town. Make your own brochure of places to travel and enjoy a staycation with these ideas. You can also print your own staycation printable kid.

Host a family game night

Grab your favorite board games and have a day or night of game marathons. You can even try some of these family game night ideas that aren’t board games.

Play family trivia

Family trivia can be turned into a game or a challenge. See who is the winner and really knows their family best in this fun family trivia game.

Make a summer playlist

Go through a few of your favorite jams and turn them into a summer (insert year) playlist. Make this on a Spotify or Amazon music account.

Try new trampoline ideas

Turn the trampoline into a splash pad or even better, add a few balls and see if you can go through this entire list of trampoline games.

Go hiking

Escape to the great outdoors and hike a trail with a cheap summer trip that is local to you. Hiking is not only a family bonding experience, it provides great exercise and fresh air. See how many family hiking trails you can check off your list.

Play balloon tennis

Lots of fun balloon games can be had. Try games like balloon tennis or defy gravity minute to win it games.

Play classic summer games

As a kid, what were some of your favorite activities? Hopstotch on the sidewalk with chalk? Hula hooping – were you the hula hoop queen? What about a bike ride after adding accessories to your bike wheels? Try to go back to some of those 80s summer days with a jump rope, Simon Says, shaving cream, bubbles, and sprinklers, and see if your kids will enjoy the nostalgia. Give them their own retro summer bucket list.

Take a nap outside

Okay, okay – what’s a nap? I get it. If you don’t nap, take a second to lay under the sun and get some vitamin D.

Have a neighborhood bike parade

Explore a new spot with a bike ride. Get to know neighbors in the hood by taking an early evening bike ride.

Host a summer camp

As you know, summer camps can be costly. Cheap summer camps can be had in your own backyard. See if a teen might want to host a one-week summer camp at your home for an hour each day. It isn’t too long and gives neighborhood friends a chance to come together plus a teen a fun activity and a bit of spending money.

Make chalk bombs

Have a blast during something ordinary into something fun – like sidewalk chalk. Make your own chalk bombs using an easy recipe on the web.

Have a backyard bonfire

The backyard is a perfect place for a campfire. Try these hot dog campfire recipes and enjoy your very own dinner around the flames. Follow up the hot dogs with these tasty s’mores cones.

Make a bird feeder

Make a pinecone with peanut butter and birdseed. It’s adorable o watch the birds (and squirrels) feast at your very own efforts. Hang it outside your window for fun observations. In addition to your DIY bird feeder, invest in some of these best of the best bird feeders.

Play in the dirt

… or the mud. So much fun can be had outdoors. See if you can use a buy-nothing group and find a no longer loved play kitchen. Turn it into a mud kitchen. You can also paly outdoors in the run with these fun rainy-day activities.

Celebrate half birthdays

Summer birthdays add plenty of adventure and opportunities you might not get with a winter birthday (i.e. a pool party!) Half birthdays are a great way to spread the love, attention, and activities.

Draw and paint

Pull out that inner artist with a bit of craft. Drawing ad painting are activities you can take outdoors to the patio or deck. Print out free coloring pages and watch your art portfolio grow.

Run in the sprinklers

The sprinkles are fun but have you tried the sprinkler under or over a trampoline? There are plenty of ways to create fun water games using the sprinkler, water hose, and water balloons.

Climb a tree

Pull out that inner child and show the kids how you use to find adventure. In the woods or outdoors with friends climbing a tree. See if you can take it a step further and upcycle an old tire into a tire swing.

Go on a photo scavenger hunt

A photo scavenger hunt is an excellent activity for older kids and teens to explore. Get rid of that “I’m bored” statements with cheap summer activities for teens too. It gets them off the screen (well except using their phone to take photos!)

Look for shapes in the clouds

Do you ever appreciate the sky? Grab a cloud viewer and enjoy looking for shapes in the sky. Do this on days with different weather patterns.

Plant a herb garden

What herb do you find yourself buying over and over – basil, cilantro, anything? Make your own herb garden and document the changes with a garden journal.

Wash your car

Grab a few car washing accessories and line up carts in a cul-de-sac on the street. See if the kids can earn a bit of spending money washing cars. It’s a fun summer job for kids and a busy activity on a hot summer day.

Watch the sunset

Go to an open field and bring a few appetizers, sandwiches, and drinks and watch the sunset. This will be the most beautiful on an evening before the rain its. Pnk at night – sailors delight!

Decorate rocks

Does your town rock? Have fun rock painting and lay your rocks around town on a trail, in a common area, or at the park. See if your rocks are picked up and brought home by someone else.

Volunteer

Pay it forward with random acts of kindness. volunteer is a great family tradition and why not begin over the summer when you have more time in your schedule?

Make homemade ice cream

Ice cream is great. Host an ice cream party, make your own ice cream, and add fun toppings and tasty cones.

Host an outdoor movie night

To your bucket list of outdoor summer activities, hang a white sheet on the wall, grab a projector, and host an outdoor movie night. This can be accomplished for a Netflix and chill family movie night or a neighborhood gathering with friends.

Read together

Whether you have summer reading programs or not, visit your local library and stock up on some fun reads. Make a summer reading bucket list with summer-themed books for kids. Try reading in different places like under a table, on a hammock, by a creek, etc.

Go Bowling

Bowling can get expensive. Fill up 2-L bottles with water and glow-in-the-dark sticks and have fun with outdoor bowling. If your crew finds this exciting, enjoy more glow-in-the-dark games and entertainment you can enjoy the entire summertime.

Plan a movie night

Movie nights are great. Make every Friday night a movie night and see if you can go through a series of movies. For example all of the toy story movies for a month long, on Friday nights. My family has been working their way through the entire Marvel series for 6 months! (we have skipped a few Friday nights!)

Once everyone realizes all the summer freebies, they’ll love picking and choosing what to do each and every day! The best part is that you can do everyone on the list, or use it as a way to think tank of new ideas, too.

Use this as a boost to your family bucket list and add as many other freebies as you can!

How can I have a good summer without money?

This printable is the way! Just because you feel like all the fun things cost money doesn’t make it true. The moment that you stop and look around, you’ll see so many ways to have fun without spending money.

In fact, you can even make it sort of a challenge where you try not to spend money during a certain time of the summer. Think of it like a no-spend summer challenge – and see how far you can go!

Cheap Summer Fun Printable

These summer activities are great for family fun! Gather the kids, neighbors, and anyone else who wants to be a part of the fun and start at the top of the list!

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List of cheap summer fun ideas
Frugal summer planner and calendar

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Family Bucket Lists

If you’re looking for even more family fun ideas, you don’t want to miss out on these cheap activities for families! Here are some great bucket list ideas and activities that everyone can do the entire year long including a fun summer bucket list.

These Family Bucket List Printables prove that you can always create a fun list of activities for the family to do together!

There are plenty of other scavenger hunts you can try during the summer. In addition to these free summer activities, add some of these fun treasure hunt ideas for summer.

Try these fun ideas…

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Safari & Jungle Animal Party Games for Kids

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June 5, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Looking for fun safari or jungle themed party games for your next wild and crazy party? Enjoy these 12 fun animal party games that you can print. Party animal birthday themed activities and printable games for toddlers, preschoolers & younger kids.

Ready to get wild with some jungle party games? Celebrate like an animal with these fun ideas that are easy to plan and pull together for a party that will cause a roar. With these adventurous jungle theme party games, your guests may cause a stampede to be a part of your tribe!

Safari jungle party games are perfect for kids of all ages and can be easily tailored to whatever level of energy and excitement you want for your party. They are the best games for toddlers and younger kids but can also be tailored toward tweens and teens with just a few animal adaptions.

What is the difference between Jungle and Safari?

The difference between a jungle and a safari is primarily the environment. A jungle would be a lush green space often humid and with water. A safari would be a landscape that is often dry similar to a desert. Often a jungle is attached to tropical regions like South America and a Safari would frequently be used for dry environments like Africa.

Due to different locations and opposite climates, jungle, and safari animals are not the same. Just to name a few, safari animals include a lion, an elephant, a cheetah, a zebra, a rhino, a giraffe, an ostrich and a leopard. Alternatively, jungle animals might include monkeys, snakes, exotic birds, tigers, jaguars, and crocodiles. Animals that might overlap both environments are crocs, cheetahs, and elephants.

When planning an animal party it’s very easy to overlap safari theme party games with jungle theme party games. Luckily both include wild animals (pun in tented – meaning both your guests and the animals).

Safari Party Games

If you’re looking for some classic party games with a wild twist, try a few rounds of musical chairs set to jungle-themed music or have an animal treasure hunt where the prizes are hidden around the yard or park. Both are easy party games and honestly toddlers would love it but teens would also love both! I could just see them fighting over that last chair.

For a more active party, set up a jungle obstacle course with if you have the space or play some fun animal charades. No matter what games you choose, make sure to have plenty of prizes on hand for the winners! It can be a small prize like a piece of candy or animal-themed party favor.

Jungle Theme Party Games

If you want to go all out with a jungle theme party, then you’ll need some games that fit the bill. A few ideas include a Jungle Scavenger Hunt, where guests have to find items on a list around the party area, or a game of Jungle Jeopardy, where teams compete to answer questions about jungle animals. Just make sure you answer in question form!

For a really fun and unique party, try setting up a photo booth with jungle-themed props and backdrops. Your guests will have a blast taking photos and you’ll have some great memories to look back on! In this theme, have everyone come in costume and vote on the best animal costume. This could be great for older kids.

Kids Jungle Party Games

When creating an animal party we often think about the cake, list of guests, decorations, venue and more. One item that comes last is the party entertainment. Let’s put the play back in the party planning with some of the best group games for kids at a party.

What games should we play at a birthday?

When you download our Jungle Party Games Set you will have a full list of animal party games perfect for a birthday party and party guests. These party animal birthday-themed games take the stress out of planning an amazing & entertaining party. With 12 games to choose from, there’s no shortage of adventure to be had.

A few of our favorite animal birthday party games include:

Jungle Scavenger Hunt: This can be done both indoors and outdoors, depending on your party space. Hide jungle animals around the party area for guests to find. You can use stuffed animals, plastic toy animals, or even printouts of jungle animals. Give each guest a list of animals to find and see who can find them all first!

Peel a Banana Challenge: Ready to play an a-peeling game? This funny game has players racing against the clock to see how many bananas they can peel. The only trick? You can’t use your hands! The object of the game is the game is to get the most!

Save the Baby Obstacle Course: Players will navigate through the “jungle”, avoiding obstacles and trying to reunite the baby animal to their animal mom as fast as they can. But beware! If you drop the baby, you’ll have to go back to the start. Tag the next person and continue the fun!

Enjoy jungle themed birthday party games like Monkey See Monkey Do, Banana Peel Challenge, Animal Eating Contest and Catch a Tiger Tail are perfect for kids of all ages and will have them laughing and playing all party long!

Get the party started with animal party games that are a roaring good time! Luckily it’s possible to have an amazingly great time at a party with out blowing the budget. Skip hiring the balloon maker. Cancel the DJ and take a look at these low-cost animal party games. Download this safari and jungle animal party games printable set.

Animal Party Games Printable

Ready to host a party and have a full list of animals games at your finger tips? This printable jungle birthday party set includes 9 pages with game instructions, supply list, and a really cute safari animal scavenger hunt check list. This adorable jungle scavenger hunt includes images making it easy for preschoolers and younger kids alike.

Full animal themed birthday party games list includes:

Monkey on a Vine Donut Game
Naughty Monkey
Catch the Tiger Tail
Animal Eating Contest
Banana Peel Challenge
Lily Pad Relay Race
Jungle Scavenger Animal Hunt
Human Elephant Relay Race
Save the Baby Animal Obstacle Course
Clear the Snakes
Monkey See Monkey Do
Elephant Peanut Push

No matter what games you choose, your guests are sure to have a wild time at your jungle party! Do you have any other suggestions for jungle party games? Share them with us in the comments below!

Download your Jungle Party Games PDF here

More Animal Themed Birthday Party Ideas

There are other ways to become a party animal! First, get safari party ideas for décor, cakes, crafts and more in these Safari and Jungle Party Ideas.

Also take a look at coolest themed party activity and party ideas that include animals.

Many, if not all, of these animal-themed party ideas come with animal party games. Take a look at our collection of kids party games and find the best games that fit your child’s birthday party theme.

Free Printables

Of course, we love freebies too. Add these adorable Animal Finger Puppets to the celebration. Your party animals will love crafting these adorable jungle animals.

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Cool Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Summer

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June 5, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Summer

Looking for a way to keep your kids entertained this summer? There are so many options. From water games to selfie challenges to fun treasure hunts and more. Find out the best summer scavenger hunt ideas for your family below.

Summer creates lots of free time. With free time comes new and unusual activities. Families are out of routines and are looking for fun activities for kids and adults. If you want a few family-friendly summer activities, take a look at some of these great ideas. They can be used at home, on vacation, with families, or even as summer camp activities for sleepaway or day programs.

What are some good summer activities for kids?

While consistency and routine are both necessary parts of having structure and order, it’s okay to incorporate a few unusual activities for summer with your kids. In fact, once activities like summer reading, cleaning the room, and a chore are two are done, add some fun things to a summer bucket list for excitement and anticipation of fun summer events.

A list of summer activities for adults and kids is very easy to put together. You can simply print a free summer calendar or add a few ideas to a summer bucket list template.

Tie-dye fabrics
Play in a sprinkler
Have a picnic
Bake sweets for a firehouse of firefighters
Go camping and sleep outdoors
Go on a nature hike
Play outdoor games
Volunteer in the community
Go bowling
Visit a water park
Build a fort
Go to the beach
Go on a scavenger hunt

See more in our fun summer activities for kids list.

In addition to this bucket list of summer activities, let’s focus on fun ideas for a scavenger hunt during summer!

Why have a scavenger hunt?

Scavenger hunts are the perfect play activity for kids. In addition to providing discovery and exploration, they are great for evoking problem-solving skills. Scavenger hunts have many benefits. They can be used as ice breakers for groups, are good for teamwork, or create a fun self-regulated activity.

Treasure hunts provide exercise for the body and mind where players can go at their own rate. Either in a leisurely fashion or a race against the clock. The best thing about scavenger hunts is the rules can be different based on the number of players, the environment, or the pace one might desire. Lastly, scavenger hunts provide excitement and unusual activities. Something that is not a part of the norm release endorphins and excitement that together create lasting memories. Scavenger hunts are fun ways to create quality time. Scavenger hunts are great for summer.

In summary, the reasons for a fun scavenger hunt include…

Opportunity for teamwork
Creating problem-solving skills
Icebreakers for Groups
Fun activities
Discovery & exploration
Exercise for the body and mind
Release endorphins and excitement
Create quality time

Now that we know the many benefits of a scavenger hunt, let’s look at some fun summer scavenger hunt examples.

Fun Summer Scavenger Hunt Ideas

While virtually any scavenger hunt can be used for summer (I mean why not?), we have a few summer-themed scavenger hunts that are ideal for the months of June, July, and August. The summer treasure hunt ideas have a bit of a theme. They include sunshine, the colors yellow and orange, pool toys, fun drinks, sprinklers, sunglasses, and pool floats. All things that you can think of when it comes to the season of summer.

Use these summer scavenger hunts for adults, teens, youth, and kids. Since they include everything from scavenger hunt riddles to scavenger hunt pictures, they are perfect for a wide range of ages. They are great youth scavenger hunts but can be adapted fo those young and older. You just need a youthful spirit and a willingness to be silly and have a bit of fun.

Take a look at these three amazingly cool summer scavenger hunt ideas.

Summer Scavenger Hunt with Clue Ideas

Summer scavenger hunt clues are great for older kids to teens. This can be adapted for children of all ages. If you want to do these scavenger hunt riddles with younger kids, just pair them up with older children to help them seek clues. For a challenge for older kids, have a clock and turn the hunt into a timed race.

One fun thing about these clue cards is there is a fun treasure at the end. A summer scavenger hunt would be a great activity for the last day of school. Simply take the kids on a summer treasure hunt indoors and outdoors. The final prize will be an activity that starts off the summer break on the right footing. This can be something to do – like ingredients for baking cookies or can be fun prizes, like new pool or beach toys.

You can grab these 20 printable scavenger hunt riddles for summer. Download, print, and then cut out the clue cards. Use only the clues that fit your home/scavenger hunt setting.

Get the Summer Treasure Hunt Clue Cards

Summer Scavenger Hunt List

Want a scavenger hunt list that could be used for toddlers or younger kids? These scavenger hunt pictures create an easy activity for 3-year-olds and up. Simply look at the pictures and try to find an item.

This summer scavenger hunt checklist comes in two styles. One includes summer pictures or images. The second scavenger hunt template is open-ended like find something blue, or find an oval, or find something cold. Similar to an I Spy summer activity, these broad summer scavenger hunt ideas allow everyone o come up with a dinner answer.

These summer scavenger hunt checklists can be done in one day or used over a period of time. If you want to do this summer list with older kids, add a timer for a challenge. Players can race against the clock or race against each other in teams.

Get the Summer Treasure Hunt List

Summer Scavenger Hunt for Teens

Don’t leave the older kids off the fun ideas for summer activities. We both know nothing is more important to a teen than their cell phone. In this summer photo scavenger hunt, teens can take selfies of different items. Don’t prefer that’s on the list, then download the summer scavenger hunt template and add your own ideas.

If you are looking for summer youth activities for church, summer camp, and various events, then this is a great resource. Pair up players into teams and do it early in the season for summer icebreaker ideas. YOu can also do it at the end of summer as a back-to-school summer scavenger hunt for students before the first bell rings.

Get the Summer Selife Challenge PDF

Summer Scavenger Hunt Printables

Ready for treasure hunts? Use these summer scavenger hunts for adults and kids. Pick the one that is the perfect fit for you or take ea look at our entire list of printable scavenger hunts.

20 Summer Scavenger Hunt Riddles Clue Cards
Summer Photo Scavenger Hunt (with blank Selife scavenger hunt template)
Summer Scavenger Hunt Checklist for Young Kids (two styles)

These are non-editable Scavenger Hunt hunts. Download, print, cut (if necessary), and play!

View all Scavenger Hunt Printables

Free Printables

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More Cool Summer Activities for Kids

Summer games are more than the Olympics. Host your own summer activities with youth, teens, and kids. We have plenty of fun ideas for summer including a huge list of ideas for summer games. These summer activities can be played on a trip, in a local park, in the sprinkler, or even in your pool during the day, or in your backyard at night.

Organize a bit of fun with these printable summer activity ideas.

These printable summer activities are easy to put together. The hardest part might be putting a new ink cartridge in your color printer. Enjoy the fun!

More Cool Scavenger Hunts that can be used during summer

If you are a huge fan of scavenger hunt riddles and treasure hunt lists, take a look at this huge selection of scavenger hunts you can do during summer.

There are plenty more cool scavenger hunt ideas. See all of the printable scavenger hunts in the Frugal Coupon Living shop.

Cool Summer Activity Tip: Want to cool off? Turn any of these summer activities or summer scavenger hunts into something cool. All games can be turned into water games for a super cool, cool summer! Cool down when you add a sprinkler, water guns, water balloons, and more. Each of these different items can replace summer game supplies or can even be used in the background. For example, an outdoor scavenger hunt with a sprinkler running. If you are turning summer games into something wet n wild, make sure to laminate your printables to protect them from getting wet and damanges.

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Liven Up the Party – Minute to Win It Games for Groups

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May 24, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Hosting a game night party can be a challenging task. Luckily, we have compiled 40 Minute to Win It games that are perfect for a group to play for team building, icebreakers laughter, and fun. Download, print the Minute to Win it game cards, and fold them into table tent cards for easily accessible game directions.

Minute to Win It Games have taken the entire globe by storm. They are entertaining, fast-paced games that might sound simple but always have a fun twist in their directions. They are fast-paced games keeping a party lively and amusing.

When hosting a game night fo ra large group, Minute to Win It Games are a great choice. Today we are going to talk about how to incorporate Mintue to Win it Party Games. I will supply you with resources including directions and easy-to-set-up Mintue to Win It Cards to pull off the best party ever!

What are ideas for hosting a game night?

Hosting a party can be intimidating. If you are in charge of a large group of people and want the best party entertainment, look at Minute to Win It-themed party games. These group games are great for ice breakers, bringing people together and easily liven up the party. Best of all, they are low-cost party entertainment making them easy on any budget and a no-brainer when it comes to adding them to any game night.

When it comes to prepping for a Minute to Win It gathering, consider some of these prep-ahead game night ideas for large groups.

Gather all your supplies before the event. Minute to Win it game supplies are simple and include plastic cups, paper plates, Ping Pong Balls, small candies, straws, and other easy supplies found in your kitchen.
Print out Mintue to win it game directions. Have them easily accessible for all players.
Have extra scorecards and pencils to keep track of the score for individuals and teams.
Decorate your party based on your theme. A fun minute to win ti color palette includes reds, blues, and blacks.
Use a projector or computer to display a countdown timer. Google can easily help you find a 60-second countdown clock.

So what are one-minute games and why do you want them?

What are Minute to Win It Games?

Minute to Win It games are also known as 60-second challenges. In each challenge, players have a short time to complete a task. The tasks are pretty simple like moving candies from one plate to another, but they are presented with a twist. For example, using only tweezers or chopsticks to move the candies. The biggest challenge, however, is the stopwatch. You have just sixty seconds to complete the directions in the one-minute game.

Minute to Win It party games work well with small or large groups of people. They are great for team building and icebreakers. Since they are pretty simple, they can be played with players of all ages. In teams, pairs, or as individuals.

There are many places Minute-to-Win-It games can be played including…

Birthday parties
Office parties
Holiday parties
Family reunions
Class reunions
Youth groups
Gatherings
Classrooms

… and more!

How do Minute to Win It games work?

The point of one minute games are to have the most points at the end of all the games. Points are awarded on completing the task first, second, third, or just completing the task in the assigned time. Points can be awarded to individuals, pairs, or teams. At the end of all the one-minute games, the points are totaled on a scorecard and a winner is declared.

Learn how to play minute-to-win-it games in three ways.

Minute to Win It Games for Individuals

Man versus clock.
Assign the task to an individual player.
The player has one minute to complete the 60-second challenge.

Minute to Win It Games for Groups

Man versus man.
Two or more players compete against each other.
All players are assigned the same task each with their own game supplies.
At the end of one minute, see who completed the most tasks in the amount of time or completed all the tasks first.

Minute to Win It Games for Teams

Man versus Man.
Best for large groups.
One player from each team.
Each player represents their team.
Games are played individually or in pairs.
All players are assigned the same task each with their own game supplies.
At the end of one minute, see who completed the most tasks in the amount of time or completed all the tasks first.

Based on your group size and different age groups, decide one of these three ways to play Minute to Win It games at parties and large group gatherings.

Best Minute to Win It Games for Large Groups

When you are hosting a game night for large groups, it’s important to be prepared with fun games. Large groups need structure. This can easily be accomplished by having easily accessible directions and supplies.

Take a look at the best Minute to Win It group games. We have directions on how to play and a list of game supplies. For each of these one-minute challenges, you will need a stopwatch to keep track of time.

1 – Junk in the Trunk

Empty ping pong balls from a tissue box taped around a player’s waist. No hands.

You need:

Kleenex boxes
Ping Pong balls
Tape

How to play:

Each player is given an empty Kleenex box with 8 Ping Pong balls. The empty box is placed around the waist with tape. At the start of go, participants try to get out the balls out of the box using movement – dance, shake, twist, you choose. The first player with an empty tissue box wins.

2 – Face the Cookie

The goal of the Face the Cookie game (aka cookie face) is to get a cookie from your forehead to your mouth in 60 seconds. You may not touch the cookie to move it down your face.

You need:

How to play:

Each participant is given a cookie. An OREO cookie works great. Each player places the cookie on their forehead. At the start of go, players have to get the cookie into their mouth using facial muscles without using their hands. If the cookie is dropped, players must start from the beginning forehead spot.

3 – Stack Attack

In this competition, whoever completes this action first, is the winner!

You need:

Plastic Cups

How to play:

Players have one minute to stack 10 cups in a pyramid, take them down in a diagonal fashion, and then reverse stack them back to the original diagonal position. If the pyramid tower falls at any point, the player must start over.

4 – Defy Gravity

The goal of this game is to successfully keep three balloons in the air for one minute.

You need:

Balloons

How to play:

At the start of go, keep balloons in the air. Players can only use one of their hands to do it! If a balloon falls, that team loses the round. To switch up the challenge, add more balloons each round or allow fewer players to participate.

5 – Ping Pong Bounce

Bounce balls off the table and into a cup in a set amount of time.

You need:

Plastic cups
Ping Pong balls
Table

How to play:

In this one-minute game, players have to bounce ping pong balls into six cups. The ball must be bounced onto the table before it lands in the cup. The first to get a ball in each cup (or the most cups) in one minute, wins the game.

6 – Apple Stack

Stack apples and don’t let them fall.

You need:

Apples

How to play:

Two players are given five apples each. The first one to stack all 5 apples in one vertical stack is the winner! To switch up this challenge, add more or fewer apples in a one-minute period.

7 – Suck It Up

Transfer small candies from one plate to another using only a straw to move them.

You need:

Straws
Smarties candy
Plates

How to play:

Each person is given a package of candies, two plates & a straw. For this sixty-second challenge, the player must transfer the Smarties from one plate to the next using only the straw. The first person who transfers all candies is the winner.

8 – Spray Off

Move a balloon to a trash can using only a spray bottle of water to move it.

You need:

Spray bottles with water
Balloons
Trash cans

How to play:

Players will be given a spray bottle filled with water. The aim is to guide a floating balloon toward a trash can by using only the spray. If the balloon hits the ground, the player has to start over.

9 – Movin’ on Up

This is a cup stacking challenge of speed trying to move one cup up to the top of the stack of other cups.

You need:

Plastic cups – two colors (blue and red)

How to play:

Each player starts with a stack of 30 plastic cups: 29 red cups and 1 blue one at the bottom. Players must move the cups one at a time from the bottom of the stack to the top, continuing until the blue cup returns to the bottom of the stack. The first one to reveal their blue cup at the bottom wins!

10 – Roll On, Buddy

In this race, move an object past a starting line to a finish line using only your nose.

You need:

Potatoes, onions, or eggs

How to play:

Contestants must roll a potato, onion, or egg across the floor from one side of the room to the other using only their noses. The first player across the finish line wins the game. If no one passes, the player that gets the farthest in one minute is the winner.

11 – Penny for Your Thoughts

Stack 25 pennies without the tower falling.

You need:

Pennies

How to play:

Players must stack 25 pennies in under one minute using only one hand. The player who stacks the most, or gets 25 first, is the winner.

12 – Chopstick Race

Move cereal from one bowl to another using only chopsticks.

You need:

Chopsticks
Bowls
Cereal

How to play:

In sixty seconds, who can get the most cereal from one bowl to the other using only a pair of chopsticks? At the start of go, learn who! The winner will have the most cereal transferred in 60 seconds.

13 – Stack It Up

Stack cookies in 60 seconds. Don’t let the tower fall.

You need:

How to play:

See how many cookies each player can stack in one minute. The player with the most cookies stacked in a single stack in 60 seconds is the winner. If your tower falls in under 5 seconds, your tower height does not count.

14 – State of Affairs

This is an exercise of the brain. See if you can name your state capitals in one minute.

You need:

Paper
Pencil

How to play:

Gather a pencil and paper and begin to list your state facts. Have contestants name as many state capitals in 60-seconds. The player with the most wins.

15 – Penny Hose

Can you grab a penny out of pantyhose? Sounds easy.

You need:

Pennies
Pantyhose

How to play:

Grab two pennies. Place one at the end of each foot of a pair of pantyhose. The player has 60 seconds to get each penny out from inside the toes of the pantyhose.

16 – Numbers in Order

In this Minute to Win It race, arrange number cards in order.

You need:

Flashcards number 1 – 25

How to play:

Write numbers from zero to 25 on individual flash cards and mix them up. Then have players run across the room (or yard) and arrange the numbers in order before the 60-second timer goes off.

17 – Elephant March

In this funny Minute to Win It game, knock water bottles down using pantyhose and a tennis ball placed on your head. The player that knocks over all the bottles first (or the most in one minute) wins.

You need:

Tennis balls
Pantyhose
Water bottles

How to play:

Put a tennis ball in the leg of a pair of pantyhose and tie them around a player’s head. Don’t cover the nose. Then have the player put his or her hands behind her back and swing his or her head from side to side to attempt to knock over several water bottles on the floor.

18 – Post-It Note Face Challenge

Place sticky notes on your face in this silly Minute to Win It game.

You need:

Post-It Notes

How to play:

In 60 seconds, see how many sticky notes you can make stick to your face (without falling off – don’t laugh too hard!) The player (or team) with the most at the end of time, wins.

19 – Ponginator

Bounce balls into egg cartons in this one-minute game.

You need:

Egg carton containers
Ping Pong balls

How to play:

For this fun game, you’ll need an empty egg carton and 12 ping pong balls. The goal is to bounce the balls into the egg carton within one minute. If 12 ping pong balls seem too difficult, adjust the number in the carton by age appropriateness.

20 – Sticky Situation

It’s peanut butter jelly time in this messy Minute to Win It Game.

You need:

Ping Pong balls
Bread
Peanut Butter

How to play:

Launch one ping pong and have it stick onto a piece of bread with peanut butter on top. When the clock starts, the player throws the ping pong ball at the ground, in an attempt to get it to bounce once and then land on the bread.

21 – Wanna Spoon?

Transfer balls from one bowl to another.

You need:

Plastic spoons
Ping Pong balls
Bowls

How to play:

Using nothing but a spoon in your mouth, transfer as many ping pong balls as you can from one bowl to another. No hands for the entire minute! The player that transfers the most in the set time wins.

22 – Worm Search

This is a Minute to Win It funny game. Move gummy worms out of a bowl filled with whipped cream using only your mouth.

You need:

Gummy worms
Bowls
Whipped cream

How to play:

Each player is given a bowl filled with whipped cream. Six gummy worms are hidden inside. Using only their mouths, players have one minute to retrieve as many worms as they can. The player with the most worms in 60 seconds, wins.

23 – Nose Mover

Use your nose to move cotton balls from one bowl to another.

You need:

Vaseline
Cotton balls
Bowls

How to play:

Using only their nose (and a bit of Vaseline on the tip), see how many cotton balls can each player move from one bowl to the other? The player with the most cotton balls moved wins the round.

24 – Pile of Kisses

Unwrap chocolate candies fast using only one hand.

You need:

Hershey Kisses

How to play:

In this one-minute game, contestants compete to see who can unwrap the most Hershey Kisses with one hand in one minute. Change the game a bit by adding a twist, the player has to eat the Hershey kiss too.

25 – Rubber Band Shooting Range

See if you can shoot rubber bands at empty soda cans and knock them down.

You need:

Soda cans
Rubber bands

How to play:

Stack several empty soda cans into a pyramid. At the start of go, have players shoot rubber bands at the stacked cans attempting to knock down the pyramid. Whoever has the fewest cans standing at the end of one-minute wins the round.

26 – Shoe Flick

This is a great Minute to Win It game for larger groups and youth groups. See if you can find your shoes in a huge pile.

You need:

Shoes
here

How to play:

In this game, players will remove their heel from their shoe leaving their shoe dangling on the tip of their foot. At the start of go, player attempt to flick their shoe onto a table six to 10 feet away using only their feet/legs. If they can get one, have them try to get the other. If their shoe overshoots or falls off the table, they have to start over. The First player to get one or both shoes on the table wins.

27 – Tic Tac Tweezer

See which player can move the most Tic-Tacs from one bowl to another using tweezers

You need:

Bowls
Tweezers
Tic Tacs

How to play:

Add Tic Tacs (or other tiny candy) to a bowl. At the start of go, participants use tweezers to pick them up one at a time, carry them across the room, and put them in a different bowl. If players drop their candy on the way, they have to pick it up using only the tweezers. Whoever has the most in their bowl when the timer goes off wins the game.

28 – Sweets Sort

Sort Skitles from M&Ms in this Minute to Win It game with candy.

You need:

M&Ms
Skittles

How to play:

In this one-minute game, give participants a pile of multi-colored candies like Skittles or M&Ms. At the start of go, have participants sort the candies by color using only their non-dominant hand. The winner will have the most candies sorted at the end.

29 – Mad Dog

See if you can shake small candies out of their container using only your mouth.

You need:

Tic Tacs
Ruler
Tape

How to play:

Craft a “dog bone” by taping two mint containers (Tic Tacs work well) to opposite ends of a ruler. Then open the containers. At the start of go, have the player place the ruler in his or her mouth and shake his or her head back and forth to get the tiny mints to fall out. Whoever has the fewest mints in the container at the end wins.

30 – Human Ring Toss

Ring your partner in this fun group Minute to Win It Game for two people.

You need:

Hula Hoops

How to play:

For this fun challenge, use hula hoops or pool floats. Divide your players into partners and have them stand six feet apart. Each partner will try to “ring” the other with the hula hoop or float. You can have many rings or one and if a person is “ringed” the “tosser” has to run back and retrieve the ring to toss it again. Whichever pair “rings” their partner the most in one-minute wins.

31 – Name Dropper

Exercise your mind when you play this Mintue to Win It game with no supplies.

You need:

none

How to play:

In this fast-paced game, contestants have to name as many celebrities as they can in 60 seconds. Make it tougher by including specific categories (women rock stars, talk show hosts, or athletes). This can also be played with designer brands, flagship stores, etc.

32 – Roll the Dice

Another math Minute to Win It game using your mind. Roll dice and add the numbers.

You need:

Dice

How to play:

Give each player a pair of dice. At the start of go, players will roll the dice as many times as they can in one minute, while adding up the total for each roll. An assistant can watch and make sure they are adding the numbers correctly to avoid controversy. The highest combined total in one-minute wins!

33 – Water Bottle Flip

See if you can perfectly flip a water bottle on the table. This is a great team Mintue to Win it Game or multi-player competition.

You need:

Water bottles
Table

How to play:

In this one-minute game, players get a water bottle and must flip it on the table in front of them. Whoever’s water bottle flips and lands perfectly the most times in one-minute wins!

34 – Ka-Broom

See if you can soar a marshmallow in the air and catch it with a cup.

You need:

Marshmallows
Broom
Plastic plate
Table
Plastic cups

How to play:

For this fun challenge, gather a marshmallow, a plastic plate, a cup, and a broom. Place the plate on the end of a table with the marshmallow on the part that is resting on the table. At go, drop the pole of the broom on the plate and try to catch the marshmallow with your cup when it is launched into the air. Keep re-doing this until the timer ends. Whoever collects the most marshmallows in a minute is the winner.

35 – Top of the Head Balance

Move cotton balls from your lap to the bowl on your head.

You need:

Blindfold
Cotton balls
Bowls
Plastic spoons

How to play:

Blindfolded players. In one minute, contestants must use a spoon to transfer as many cotton balls from a bowl on their lap to the top of their heads. The player that transfers the most in 60 seconds is the winner.

36 – Ping Pong Drop

Don’t let the cup tip over as you try to drop plastic balls from standing on a chair into the cup.

You need:

Plastic bowls
Chairs
Ping pong balls
Cups

How to play:

Place a plastic cup on the floor and a chair directly behind it. For this game, players must stand on the chair and attempt to drop as many ping pong balls as possible directly into the cup without tipping it over. Each time the cup tips over, the player’s total restarts. The player that has the largest total at the end of the 60-second challenge wins.

37 – Card Ninja

See if you can toss playing cards into a watermelon. Sounds easier than it is.

You need:

52 Deck of playing cards
Watermelon

How to play:

In this one-minute game, cut a watermelon in half. Place it on a table. Each player gets a 52 deck of cards and, one at a time, throws their cards at their watermelon half. The player that gets the most cards tuck in their watermelon in one minute wins.

38 – Pretty Windy

Knock cups off a table using a blown up balloon. The trick is you keep blowing up the balloon until you win.

You need:

Plastic cups
Balloons
Table

How to play:

Line up plastic cups on the edge of a table. Give players a balloon. At the start of go, the contestant will blow up their balloon and use the air inside to try to knock over the cups. The player that knocks the most cups over in one-minute wins.

39 – Marshmallow Windstorm

In this team Minute to Win It game, move mini marshmallows off your size of the table in 60 seconds.

You need:

Mini marshmallows
Table
Painter’s or masking table

How to play:

Divide a table in half by using masking tape to create a line down the middle. Place opposing players on opposite sides of the table with a straw. Put an equal number of marshmallows on each side of the table. At the start of go, players try to remove the marshmallows on their side of the table. The player with the least marshmallows at the end of time wins.

40 – A Quarter Stuck in Teeth

See if you can roll a quarter on t table into the teeth of a fork. That sounds like a challenge!

You need:

Forks
Quarter
Table

How to play:

The goal of this 60-second game is to get a quarter caught in the teeth of a fork. Players will place a fork upside down on the end of a table, with the teeth facing them. When the timer starts, contestants will have one minute to try and roll a quarter across the table and into the teeth of a fork. The farther the distance, the harder it is! The player that does this the most in time, or first, wins.

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Printable Minute to Win It Games

It’s time to put the low-cost entertainment back in your party plan! If you are hosting a Minute to Win it party for kids or adults and have 60 seconds, download these must-have one-minute group games.

This Minute to Win It Game bundle is different – each game has its own 8.5″ x 11″ page. Fold the page in half and turn the game into a game instruction tent. Sit the folded game tent on the table so contestants can read the minute to win it instructions for the particular 6-second game.

Printable Game Bundle Includes:

40 Minute to Win It party game tent cards
List of Minute to Win It games PDF
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Minute to Win It Score Card

This set includes 40 of the BEST Minute to Win it Games! Minute to Win it Games that are perfect for small and large gatherings as they can be used as keeping the pace of a party. They are fun, light-hearted, and include plenty of laughter. Plus they provide icebreakers for guests who might not know each other. Alternatively, incorporate these fun 60-second family-friendly games into your family game night or family reunion. Friends, families, and strangers – all can enjoy!

Get 40 Minute to Win It Game Cards PDF Set

Tip: Print your list of Minute to Win it game cards on white cardstock. This will create a sturdy party tent card when folded and will stand easily. You can also laminate the game cards for multiple uses and to keep them clean and free from getting dirty with party food and drinks.

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What makes these printable games easy?

This Minute to Win It game bundle is very easy for hosting a party. Each of the 40 one minute games comes on one 8.5 x 11 inch page. Simply fold the page into game card tents. Display your Minute to Win it game tent cards on the table allowing the host to easily navigate the room without having to shout out the game directions to each group. In fact, the game night host might be able to get in on the action as the game tents have directions that easily and quickly explain the Minute to Win it Game directions. No one will ask “How do you play!?”

Are these printable minute-to-win-it games kid-friendly?

Yes, Minute to Win it Games are perfect for kids of all ages. Since directions can sometimes be complex, they are meant for children ages 8 or older. If playing with younger kids, it’s important to pair younger children with older children in teams or as team leaders. Since 40 games are included in the Minute to Win It game bundle, you can omit any games that are too challenging for your age group.

Can you use Minute to Win It Games for adults too?

Yes, in fact, these one-minute games are best for adults, youth, and teens. Use these Minute to Win It Adult games as ice breakers, team-building activities, during youth groups, for an office party, or use the fun one minute games at holiday parties. These funny Minute to Win It large group games will bring out the inner child in everyone. They are youthful and competitive and induce plenty of laughter for all players.

Do I have to use all 40 One Minute Games?

No, you do not have to play all forty minute to win it games. Choose the best games for your players and the supplies you have on hand. Save the one-minute games you do not play for another Minute to Win it Party – call it round two or the comeback!

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200+ Minute to Win It Games

Listen, the fun doesn’t stop with this list of 40 fun games. We have so many more Minute to Win it Games, you can celebrate for every reason, all the holidays, or for any occasion.

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These games are incredibly fun and silly perfect for a holiday party. They can be used by kids, teens, youth groups, or even adults. You can even mix ages for a family reunion or family game night.

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