If you are looking for fun activities to do on the fourth then look no further, this 4th of July scavenger hunt is the perfect addition to your fourth celebrations.
The 4th of July is right around the corner. Whether you are planning a backyard barbecue or attending one having something for the kids to do is crucial. This 4th of July scavenger hunt is the perfect addition to your fourth festivities. It is sure to be fun for kids of all ages.
The items on this 4th of July scavenger hunt are all commonly found at backyard barbecues over the fourth. Your kids will have so much fun running around searching for items ranging from watermelon and hamburgers to an American flag and patriotic hat.
This post is all about a fun 4th of July scavenger hunt for kids.
4th of July Scavenger Hunt
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Supplies
- Printer
- 8.5 x 11 Printer Paper
- Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves or Laminator/Laminating Sheets
- Vis-a-vis Markers or Dry Erase Markers
- Clipboard (optional)
Directions
You’ll first need to choose which 4th of July scavenger hunt you want to use. There is a written list one that just has the items listed out. There is a picture version for the younger kids who may not be able to read yet. I also have a blank hunt for you to write in items of your choosing.
Once you’ve decided on a scavenger hunt, print it off using regular 8.5×11 printer paper. If you are bringing it along to a 4th of July party you’ll want to print off enough copies for all the kids attending. If there are going to be a mix of ages it can be helpful to have both the picture version and list version.
Once you’ve printed off your copies of the scavenger hunt you might want to protect the printable by either laminating or using dry erase pocket sleeves like these.
To laminate, just place the printable in a laminating pouch like this and let it slide through the laminator. Follow this step for each of the printable scavenger hunts you have.
Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves
Now, bring them along to your 4th of July celebration. Make sure to bring a writing utensil for each of the kiddos. For the dry erase pocket sleeves you’ll need dry erase markers like these. If you laminated the scavenger hunt you’ll need to use a vis-vis marker. Then, you can wipe them clean when they are finished and reuse in the future.
It can also be helpful, but totally not necessary, if they have clipboards to write against.
Items on the Scavenger Hunt
Here are the items listed on the scavenger hunts. If you are not sure if all of these items will be at your gathering you can always bring them along and “plant” them. This way, your kids will be able to complete the scavenger hunt.
- Cooler
- The number 4
- Watermelon
- Hamburger
- Blue Star
- Hot dog
- Sparklers
- White shirt
- Pinwheel
- American flag
- “USA”
- Popsicle
- Red star
- Blue shirt
- Grill
- Patriotic hat
- Lawn chair
- “America”
- Red shirt
- Fireworks
You could also just use the blank 4th of July scavenger hunt. Take it along to your July 4th gathering and scope out the area. Then, fill it in with items you know they will be able to find.
Fourth of July Scavenger Hunt Printable
Here is the 4th of July scavenger hunt picture printable for you to download.
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Here is the Fourth of July scavenger hunt list version.
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Blank 4th of July Scavenger Hunt
Here is the blank scavenger hunt for you to download, print, and fill out with 4th of July items of your choosing.
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Other Scavenger Hunts You May Enjoy!
- Road Trip Scavenger Hunt – Headed on a road trip? This scavenger hunt is a great way to occupy the kids for the long drive.
- Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt – This Easter treasure hunt has 16 clues and leads your kids to a fun Easter prize.
- Zoo Scavenger Hunt – Going to the zoo this summer? Bring along these two zoo scavenger hunt printables. Try to spot all the animals and find items from A to Z.
- Outdoor Nature Scavenger Hunt– This outdoor nature hunt is a great way to spend some time outside enjoying the fresh air and each other’s company.
- Beach Scavenger Hunt – Bring this beach scavenger hunt along on your next trip to the shore for some added beach day fun.
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