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Detective Day / Mystery Clue Trail

Mystery Clue Trail

Teams collect clues hidden around the site and piece them together to solve a case, combining movement with problem-solving.

How to run it

  1. Write a simple mystery and a set of clues that each point to the next location.
  2. Hide the clues around the site, keeping the final clue for the solution.
  3. Send teams off with the first clue and a case sheet to record what they learn.
  4. Bring teams together to share their solution and reveal the answer.

You will need

  • clue cards
  • case sheets
  • pencils
Make it easier or harderUse picture clues and fewer stops for younger children; add coded clues for older children.
SafetyKeep the trail within supervised areas.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Children read, interpret and connect clues together as a team.

Fits these theme days

Detective DayTreasure Hunters DaySpy SchoolEscape Room Day

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