Think Outside the Egg: 6 Alternative Hunts for Easter and Beyond

Arrr! If you have a child who dreams of finding buried treasure, a pirate-themed scavenger hunt is a slam dunk and surprisingly easy to organize. Begin by creating a series of clues that kick off the treasure hunt. The clues can be personalized to familiar things in your child’s life, for instance, “Ahoy, matey, go to the place where we keep your toothbrush.” If you prefer to follow in another captain’s footsteps, the Lil’ Luna blog has excellent ideas for creating clues and shares a free printable treasure map. She even suggests hiding golden nuggets (spray-painted rocks) around the house that lead to Easter baskets.

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