Collaborative Scavenger Hunt Challenge
Team-based treasure hunt using descriptive clues and collaborative problem-solving
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About This Activity
Team-based treasure hunt using descriptive clues and collaborative problem-solving
Quick Info
moderate
20
Flexible 20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Clue cards
10 sets
Answer sheets
1 per team
Pens/pencils
1 per team
Boundary Markers
8-12
Cards
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Pencils
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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