Print it. Go outside. See what you find.
A scavenger hunt turns any outdoor space into an adventure. You don't need a forest or a nature preserve. A backyard, a neighborhood park, or even a sidewalk works. The point is getting kids to slow down and actually look at what's around them.
How to use it: Print the checklist below, grab a pencil, and head outside. Kids can check off items as they find them, draw what they see, or collect small items (leaves, pebbles) to bring home. Works for solo explorers or groups.
All 20 items on one page, in the Sprouts style, ready for the printer. Free, no email required.
A scavenger hunt is a great starting point, but the real magic happens when kids start journaling what they find. Drawing the bug they spotted, noting what the weather was like, comparing what they see this week to last week. That's where observation turns into a habit.
Our Sprouts Garden Journal is designed for exactly this: 30 pages of prompts, trackers, and drawing space that help kids build an ongoing nature practice, not just a one-time activity.
30 pages of prompts, trackers, and drawing space for ages 3-10. Printable, and made to be used all season.
10 structured activities for ages 3-10, with prompts and tracking sheets built in.