Free Thanksgiving Photo Scavenger Hunt For Kids
The Thanksgiving photo scavenger hunt is a perfect way to keep older kids and adults entertained during family gatherings.
With everyone snapping pictures of themed items, this activity brings fun and excitement without the pressure of constant conversation.
It’s a great way for older children to stay engaged while exploring outdoors.
The Thanksgiving scavenger hunt printable adds a creative touch, making it easy to organize and enjoy this festive holiday game with your family.
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Thanksgiving scavenger hunt for teenagers
This modern twist on a classic scavenger hunt is a great way to keep teenagers engaged and feeling independent while staying creative.
It’s flexible enough for just the kids or the whole family, with teams of two or more working best for a lively photo adventure.
Ensure each team has at least one smartphone—tracking them will be easy! A camera or Polaroid works too if they want to go old-school.
Form groups of two or more, capture each item on the list, and set a time limit (an hour is ideal). Then, let the fun begin!
Tips for hosting a successful fall photo hunt
To make your photo hunt enjoyable for everyone, consider activities that cater to different age groups. Pairing younger kids with older ones can blend creativity with experience, making the game more exciting for all.
Set clear boundaries based on age. Younger kids might stay close to home, while teens can explore a bit farther—always within safe limits.
For the youngest participants, feel free to join in! Help them snap photos and keep them engaged throughout. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, you can shift the hunt indoors, even incorporating items displayed on the TV for a fun twist.
Use storage clipboards to keep pens, phones, and lists handy, ensuring nothing gets misplaced. Phone timers can help teams keep track of time, and it’s easy to stay connected with younger kids as they explore!
Treat them to an at-home Thanksgiving escape room too!
Fall-themed photos to capture
Challenge each team to capture these 20 festive moments within the time limit for a memorable photo hunt experience:
- Cornucopia
- Cooked turkey
- A full plate of food
- Football game
- Something orange
- Fallen leaves
- Someone napping!
- Pumpkin
- Any type of pie
- Families out for a walk
- Food on the floor
- Fall wreath
- Dirty dishes
- Someone cooking
- Something red
- Christmas ad on TV
- Pine cone
- Mashed potato
- Table placemat
- Thanksgiving parade
Fun prizes for the winners
Make the photo hunt even more exciting with prizes for older kids and teens.
To make it even more fun, you can give prizes to the older kids and teenagers who join in. Who wouldn’t like getting a prize for playing?
Before you begin the scavenger hunt, you should decide how to pick the winner.
Is it the person who comes back the fastest with all the right pictures? Or is it the one who takes the coolest and most creative photos? Deciding this stuff makes the game fair and enjoyable for everyone.
Treat the winner to our favorite Thanksgiving gifts for kids!
Now, for the best part, the prizes! For older kids and teenagers, it’s important to choose prizes they’ll really like. Here are some ideas:
- You can pick gift cards for iTunes, Amazon, or stores like Target, so they can buy music, movies, or cool stuff they want.
- Teenagers usually love gadgets. Think about things like wireless earbuds, chargers, or fancy phone cases.
- For those who like fashion, you can give them stylish things like sunglasses, hats, or wristbands to show off their style.
- Give them Thanksgiving board games that are fun to play with friends and family.
- If they’re into art, consider giving them cool things like sketchbooks, watercolor sets, or special markers to help them be creative.
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Last Updated on 12 November 2024 by Clare Brown