Treasure Hunt with Clues
Treasure hunt with clues: teams follow a trail of clues around the playground to find a hidden treasure box.
How to play
- Hide 6–8 clue cards around the area; each one leads to the next.
- Teams of 3–4 solve each clue and run to the next location.
- The last clue leads to the treasure box.
- Celebrate and talk about how teams worked together.
Rules
- Teams stay together.
- Don't move or hide clues.
- Stay inside the area.
Variations
Easier
Picture clues.
Standard
Written clues.
Harder
Riddles or math clues.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: accessible route.
- Mixed-ability groups.
Learning goals
- Develop orientation.
- Work as a team.
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