Visiting elf idea
Sticky-Note Scavenger Hunt
The elf leaves a three-clue sticky-note hunt that ends at a mug on the counter.
- Everyday
- Anywhere
- Nice
- No mess
- Household items
- 10 minutes
- Toddler-safe
What you need
These are household pieces. Borrow from the junk drawer first.
- sticky notes
Search Amazon for sticky notes(paid link)
- pen
Search Amazon for pen(paid link)
- mug
Search Amazon for mug(paid link)
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How to set it up
- 1
Write three short clues that stay in one or two rooms.
- 2
Stick the first clue by the elf.
- 3
Hide the next two in obvious, safe spots.
- 4
End the hunt at an empty mug with the last note inside.
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