A summer scavenger hunt is a great way to get your preschoolers moving while discovering nature’s treasures. Download the free printable to start exploring outdoors, to find all the natural materials on the list.

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Invite your preschoolers to go on a scavenger hunt! This one is all about natural elements kids will see outside. Look in the yard, the park, or the playground for plants and animals in their natural environments.
This is an easy scavenger hunt for toddlers and preschoolers. The colorful images identify the items to find on a nature walk. Kids will love the challenge of spotting a bird, a flower, a pine cone, and more!
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Have fun outside on a summer scavenger hunt with the free printable provided.

Nature Scavenger Hunt
Provide each participant with a clip board and a crayon. Invite your preschoolers to color in the box next to each image as it is spotted. This promotes fine motor work along the way!
Discuss how they can check items off the list even though they might be similar but different in color, shape, or size.
Be flexible with your results – exploring a natural environment is the principal goal of the activity.
Here is your free scavenger hunt to download and print.

Exploring nature is a beneficial for both kids and grownups. Include outdoor activities in your daily schedule where possible to provide meaningful experiences with natural environments.
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