Free Christmas Scavenger Hunt Clues for Kids (Printable PDF)

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Planning a Christmas scavenger hunt for the kids? Here are 12 free rhyming clues you can print today. Each clue leads to the next spot in your home, and the last one sends everyone to the Christmas tree for a prize.

Get the 12 free clues (PDF)

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What is in the free Christmas scavenger hunt

• 12 rhyming clue cards for kids ages 4 to 8
• A setup sheet that tells you where to hide each clue
• Easy instructions
• Works on US Letter and A4 paper

Sample clues from the hunt

• “Santa’s on his way tonight, but first you need to look inside the cold, cold place where the milk and juice are kept.” (Fridge)
• “Sit down and relax, I am comfy and soft. Lift up a cushion, the clue is not lost.” (Couch)
• “Stories of reindeer and snowmen galore. Look where the books stand, there is a clue in store.” (Bookshelf)

How to set up the hunt

1. Print the clue pages and cut along the dashed lines.
2. Hand Clue 1 to the players.
3. Hide Clue 2 at the answer to Clue 1, Clue 3 at the answer to Clue 2, and so on. The setup sheet makes this easy.
4. Put a small prize or treat by the Christmas tree.
5. Read the clues out loud for little ones who can’t read yet.

Questions people ask

Is it really free?

Yes. The price is ₹0. You enter your email at checkout and get the download link right away.

What age is it for?

The free clues are made for kids ages 4 to 8. Older kids, teens and adults usually prefer the harder riddles in the full pack.

Can I play it outdoors?

These clues are written for indoor spots like the fridge, couch and bathtub. You can use blank cards from the full pack to add garden or yard spots.