Materials Needed:

• Chocolate coins (or another small treat)
• A safe area for the hunt (indoors or outdoors)
• Optional: Paper and pen for writing clues

Setup Instructions:

1. Choose the area where the treasure hunt will take place. Make sure it is safe and has clear boundaries.
2. Hide the chocolate coins before the children arrive. For younger children, choose easy hiding spots. For older children, use more difficult locations or write clues.
3. If using clues, write them clearly and place them near the hiding spots or give them to the children at the start.
4. Define the boundaries of the hunt area. Make sure the children understand where they can and cannot go.

Game Play Instructions:

1. Gather the children and explain the treasure hunt. Show them the area where they can search.
2. If you are using clues, hand them out to the children. Otherwise, let them start searching for the coins right away.
3. Allow the children to search until all the coins are found or until time is up.
4. At the end of the hunt, celebrate everyone’s efforts. Let each child keep the coins they found.

Additional Notes and Variations:

• For a Bible-themed hunt, hide coins with Bible verses or messages attached. Children can read the verse when they find the coin.
• If playing outdoors, check the area for hazards like sharp objects, uneven ground, or plants that could cause allergic reactions.
• For a competitive twist, reward the child who finds the most coins with a small prize.
• To ensure fairness, consider limiting the number of coins each child can collect.

For more information, see https://young-catholics.com/1043/treasure-hunt-game/