oshc activities
Treasure Hunters Day / Nature Treasure Hunt

Nature Treasure Hunt

Children use a picture or word list to search the yard for natural treasures like a feather, a smooth stone or something yellow.

How to run it

  1. Make a checklist of natural items to find, with pictures for younger children.
  2. Give each small group a list and a bag or egg carton.
  3. Children search the yard and tick off items as they find them.
  4. Gather to share favourite finds and return living things to where they were found.

You will need

  • treasure hunt lists
  • pencils
  • paper bags or egg cartons
Make it easier or harderUse picture lists for younger children; add descriptive clues like 'something rough' for older ones.
SafetyRemind children not to touch insects, spiders, fungi or animal droppings, and wash hands afterwards.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 4Searching for natural items builds observation and connection with the environment.

Fits these theme days

Treasure Hunters DayNature Play DayOutdoor ExplorersAutumn LeavesPark Day

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