Clue-Based Treasure Hunt
Teams work together to solve written clues and find hidden objects around a designated area
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About This Activity
Teams work together to solve written clues and find hidden objects around a designated area
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m minimum for effective searching
Equipment Required
Hidden objects or shapes
15-20 items
Answer sheets with clues
1 per pair (15 sheets)
Clipboards and pencils
1 set per pair
Answer Sheet with Clues
As needed
Pencils
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Social
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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