Since it’s now December, we decided it was time to set up our Christmas tree. We have such a variety of tree decorations (some old, some new, some homemade, etc.). It’s certainly not like the perfectly coordinated trees that you’ll find in a department store window. Each of our little ornaments has some sort of special meaning plus it’s perfect for this Scavenger Hunt Christmas Tree Game!
Christmas Tree Game – Scavenger Hunt:
If you have a tree with a variety of ornaments as well, you’re kids will love this game. Simply make a list of items for them to find on the tree. This item list could include things like:
- 4 ornaments that sparkle
- 3 ornaments that have animals on them
- 1 ornament given to you by a family member
- 1 ornament that you can see your reflection in
- 1 ornament that reminds you of a family member
- 5 ornaments with North Pole characters on them
- 3 ornaments that look good enough to eat
- 1 ornament that looks like a family member
- 3 ornaments with a date written on them
- 1 ornament that represents a special occasion (like baby’s first Christmas or a special anniversary)
- 1 ornament that you wish was life-sized
- 1 ornament with a picture frame on it
- 1 ornament that makes noise
- 2 ornaments that represent sports
- 2 ornaments that are homemade
- 3 ornaments that are older than you
- 1 ornament that is too big to fit into the palm of your hand
We now have two versions of this free printable game (both the same game – just two different looks):
- original Christmas Tree Scavenger Hunt Game
- updated Christmas Tree Scavenger Hunt Game
Simply fill in the number of each ornament that you want your child to find. For example, if you have a lot of sparkly ornaments on the tree you may want to ask them to find 6 of them. I’ve also left a blank line on the bottom of the free printable so that you can add in another item to search for. Make sure each player knows that they have to explain why they chose each ornaments as an answer. The answers you’ll hear are sure to cause some giggles!
If you love Christmas games, you’ll want to check out all of the other fun & free printable Christmas games on Moms & Munchkins. We have games like charades, more scavenger hunts, word search, word scramble, dress up games, trivia and more! Visit our special Christmas Fun page.
Here’s a sneak peek at one of our most popular Christmas printables – Christmas Charades Game!
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Enjoy your holiday season!
*Digital paper design by Pixel Paper Prints.
Jennifer says
Our tree is such a hodgepodge, this game is perfect for us. And I think my girls would love playing it! Thanks for the printable!
Amanda @ Survival Guide by The Working Mom says
What a fun game! Ever since we put the tree up my kids want to “play” with it every night. I will have to try this game, I bet they would love it!
Jaime Nicole says
My tree is still a bit bare from getting cut in half from my divorce, but I’m saving this for next year!
MyKidsGuide says
We didn’t set our tree yet! Yours look so nice
Margarita Ibbott ~ @DownshiftingPRO says
OK Cheryl, that is genius! I am going to do this with my kids (even though they are older) but I think it will make it fun for them. Thanks for sharing.
Cheryl says
Aww, thank you – that’s sweet! I love Christmas games with the family.
Journeysof TheZoo says
Yippee, a great activity to play with my stir crazy kids! I hope you’ve got some ideas up your sleeve (I’m sure you do) because the winter is just beginning…
Besos, Sarah
Zookeeper at Journeys of The Zoo
Cheryl says
I do have a few more ideas up my sleeve. 🙂 My little guy is too young to play most of them but my husband enjoys them. Ha!
Denise G says
I dont know where you come up with these ideas – but they are great!! Fun and creative
Wendy [mapsgirl] says
What a neat idea!! Our girls love decorating the tree…I know they’d love this game 🙂
Christine says
Wow! You never cease to impress with all your amazing activities and ideas for kids and families! Love this one!
Brandi says
LOVE this! I will be doing this with the kids for sure!
[email protected] Measured Mom says
LOVE the Christmas tree scavenger hunt! Sounds like a great game to play when the kids are getting wild and it’s dark at 4:30. I plan to pull this one out in a month. Thanks for linking up at After School!
Monica says
What a great idea! Pinned and am featuring at Family Fun Friday! Monica
http://www.happyandblessedhome.com/category/family-fun