Do you want a birthday scavenger hunt that is sure to put a smile on your child’s face? Look no further, these are the best clue cards for a memorable birthday treasure hunt.
Kids look forward to their birthdays all year round and if you’re anything like me you want to make that one day a year extra special for your child. Having three kids myself, I am constantly looking for and creating new ways to make them feel special on their big day.
With my youngest daughter turning four in a couple of weeks I decided to create a fun birthday scavenger hunt. In the past, I have made treasure hunts for many different holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Valentine’s Day, Easter, and St. Patrick’s Day (you can find all of my treasure hunts here).
My kids go absolutely nuts over these treasure hunts. I don’t know whether it is the excitement of solving and following clues or the unknown prize at the end, regardless, my kids LOVE them.
Similar to my other holiday hunts, these birthday scavenger hunt clues are fairly easy. The clues lead to indoor items found in most homes, such as a sock drawer, a mirror, the refrigerator and more.
This birthday scavenger hunt is sure to make your child’s birthday even more memorable.
This post is all about a birthday scavenger hunt.
Birthday Scavenger Hunt
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Supplies for the Birthday Scavenger Hunt
- Birthday Scavenger Hunt Clues Printable
- Printer Paper or Cardstock – 8.5 x 11
- Printer
- Washi Tape or Scotch Tape
- Scissors
- Birthday Gift/Prize
- Ribbon/Twine (Optional)
Directions
First, download and print the free Birthday scavenger hunt at the bottom of the page. I like to use cardstock like this but, regular printer paper works too.
Neenah White Cardstock
Next, decide if you want to use all of the clues or only certain ones. Then, cut out the clues.
A fun tradition you could start with your kids is to use the same number of birthday scavenger hunt clues as their age. For example, my daughter is turning four so I could choose four of the birthday clues to use, and then next year, use five.
Another fun way to jazz up the birthday scavenger hunt would be to tape a dollar bill or piece of candy to each of the clue cards.
While you cut out the clue cards I recommend numbering them on the back. This way, if two clues are in the same room your child will know if they found the correct one.
Make sure to set aside the first clue because this one will not be hidden. Give this one to your child when you are ready for them to start their birthday scavenger hunt.
If you would like, you can roll up each clue and either tie some ribbon around it or tape it shut with some fun washi tape like this.
If you choose to roll them, make sure to number the clues immediately after you roll it so you don’t forget which clue is which.
Birthday Scavenger Hunt Setup
To set up the birthday treasure hunt you will need to hide the clues around your house. How it works is you will hide the birthday scavenger hunt riddles in the location of the previous clue.
Clue number 3 will go in the location of clue number 2, clue number 4 will go in the location of clue number 3, etc.
I have the order of the clues and locations listed out below, so while you hide the clues, you may want to pull this post up to make it easier.
You can also rearrange them in a different order than I have listed because it is not dependent upon the clues like with some of my other scavenger hunts.
When you get to the last card it says “Hooray, you did it! You found each one. Your birthday treasure hunt is finally done. You’ve solved each clue now time for your prize. Go look in your closet for your Birthday surprise!”
You would then place their birthday present in their closet.
Birthday Scavenger Hunt Clues
Page 1 – Birthday Scavenger Hunt Riddles
1. Today is your birthday, it’s time to celebrate you. So I’ve planned a birthday hunt, as a special thing to do. I promise it’ll be worth it and you should have a lot of fun. The couch is where you’ll find your clue number one.
- Answer: Couch
2. Let’s see if you’ve grown taller over the past 365 days. Near the item that’ll measure this, another clue lays.
- Answer: Growth ruler or tape measure
3. Do you prefer chocolate or vanilla for a birthday cake? Your next clue is hiding where this cake will bake.
- Answer: Oven
4. When you blow out your candles, make a wish and get each one. If you’re searching for a clue, look where your clothes get spun.
- Answer: Washing machine
5. You can do more things now that you’re one year older. Another clue is waiting where food gets colder.
- Answer: Refrigerator
Page 2 – Birthday Scavenger Hunt
6. I hope all of your birthday wishes come true. You’ll find your next hint where you put away a shoe.
- Answer: Shoe Shelf or Closet
7. You’ve made yet another trip around the sun. Look where backpacks go when the school day is done.
- Answer: Wherever you hang up backpacks
8. Wishing you a day that’s as wonderful as you. Time to look where you wash up to find your next clue.
- Answer: Shower or Bathroom
9. Party hats and streamers balloons and more. Another clue is hiding behind a door. Which door is it? I haven’t a clue. I guess that’ll need to be figured out by you.
- Answer: Behind any door in the house
10. We can’t forget a picture to document this day. Smile, say cheese and then go where socks are put away.
- Answer: Sock Drawer
11. You are loved, you are treasured, you are simply adored. You’ll find another clue where the cereal is stored.
- Answer: Pantry
Page 3 – Birthday Treasure Hunt
12. This past year you’ve accomplished things both big and small. To get your next clue go find a sports ball.
- Answer: Wherever you keep sports balls, whether it be a closet, tote, or the garage.
13. Today, you’re one year older & you’ve gotten much more wise. So can you find the clue where at night your head lies?
- Answer: Your child’s pillow
14. Once your birthday song is sung, look where coats are often hung. Here there’ll be another clue just hiding out of view.
- Answer: Coat closet or coat rack
15. I hope your birthday is memorable & an extra special day. Your next clue is where you’d put a board game away.
- Answer: Game cupboard
16. Go look at your reflection, and here’s what you’ll find: A kid who is brave, strong, & smart, & incredibly kind. There’s one more thing you should see, yes, it’s true. Another clue waiting there just for you.
- Answer: Mirror
17. I hope this day is your luckiest by far. Your next clue is hiding by the thing that starts a car.
- Answer: Car keys
Page 4 – Birthday Scavenger Hunt Clues
18. Hooray, you did it! You found each one. Your birthday treasure hunt is finally done. You’ve solved each clue now time for your prize. Go look in your closet for your Birthday surprise!
- Answer: Your child’s closet
Create Your Own Birthday Treasure Hunt
Included on the last page of the printable are four blank birthday scavenger hunt cards. If you would like to make your child’s hunt longer or more challenging feel free to use these and come up with your own birthday scavenger hunt riddles.
I’ve listed out some other great places you can have your clues lead:
- Stool
- Vacuum
- Puzzle
- Window sill
- Picture frame
- Coffee pot
- Silverware drawer
- Bookshelf
- Toilet paper holder
- Fruit bowl
- Television
- Video game console
- Toothbrush
- Front door
- Piggy bank
- Sink
- Dishwaher
- Table
Birthday Gift Ideas
Are you looking for birthday gift ideas for your child? Below I’ve listed some great birthday gift ideas for different age ranges.
Birthday Gifts for Toddlers (1-3 years)
1. Balance Bike
A balance bike is a great option for toddlers. It is an awesome gross motor toy that will help them learn how to ride a pedal bike. This is the balance bike my toddler has.
2. TonieBox Audio Player
My 3-year-old loves her Toniebox. She especially likes the paw patrol characters you can get to go with it. Once you have a Toniebox, you can buy all sorts of different characters (they make great birthday gifts and stocking stuffers) that play songs and read stories.
3. Soft Foam Blocks
These soft foam blocks have gotten SO much use in our house. We got them for my oldest daughter when she was a toddler, and they still get used almost daily by all three of my kids ranging in age from 3-8.
When they are toddlers they liked climbing all over them and stacking them up. As they’ve gotten older, they use them for imaginative play such as chairs and a table when they play restaurant or stepping stones when they pretend the floor is lava.
Foam Building Blocks
Here are some other great gifts for toddlers: Melissa and Doug Play Food (just check the sizes because some are small and can be choking hazards for our littles), Easel for drawing and painting, Scribble Scrubbies (my toddler could sit and play with these for hours), any type of Animal Figurines (we like the Schleich brand because they are very realistic and hold up well).
Birthday Gifts for 4-8 Year Olds
1. Squishmallows
These soft, cuddly stuffed animals are all the hype. They can be used as pillows, collectibles, or just the most adorable, super soft stuffed animals. My kids are obsessed! They come in all different sizes, some are even scented, and you can get different characters (my kids love the Pokemon ones).
They also make fun Squishmallow mystery bags.
Pokemon Squishmallow
2. Caboodle
Talk about nostalgia! I am so glad these caboodle cases are making a comeback and gaining popularity again.
Caboodles Case
3. Drawing Book
If your child loves art or drawing, then a How to Draw book like this will be a fantastic birthday gift. My oldest daughter has gotten a few of these over the years, and she really enjoys learning how to draw new things.
How To Draw Everything
Here are some other great gifts for 4-8 year olds: Kidz Bop Microphone, Karaoke Machine, No Sew Blanket Kit, Friendship bracelet making kit, Science Experiment Kit,
Birthday Gifts for 9-12 Year Olds
1. Water bottle
A new tumbler or water bottle is a great option for your tween. Look how fun these colors are on this Hydroflask Tumbler.
Hydro Flask Tumbler
2. Camera
Fuijifilm Mini Camera
Other great birthday gifts for your tweens would be: Headphones, Games they can play with their friends like What Do You Meme?, Perfume, Pens, Journal.
Free Printable Birthday Treasure Hunt
Here are the free printable Birthday scavenger hunt clues! Feel free to download and print it off now or just save this post for later!
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25 Free Birthday Bingo Cards – This birthday bingo game is a great one to have on hand for a kid’s birthday party.
19 Special Birthday Traditions Your Child Will Never Forget – These are all easy ways to make your child’s day extra special. I love the birthday interview tradition I started with my girls a few years back.
More Scavenger Hunts You May Like
Halloween Scavenger Hunt (24 Clues)
Thanksgiving Day Scavenger Hunt (24 Clues)
Christmas Treasure Hunt (24 Clues)
Valentine’s Day Treasure Hunt Clues (24 Clues)
St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt Clues For Kids (23 Clues)
I hope this birthday scavenger hunt makes your child’s special day even more memorable.
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