Free Printable Bible Scavenger Hunt for Kids

A Bible scavenger hunt is a fantastic way to engage kids with the stories and teachings found in the Bible.

Here’s a fun and educational Bible scavenger hunt for kids:

Journey Through the Bible Scripture Scavenger Hunt

bible scavenger hunt free printable 2 pages 1 black and white 1 colour

Materials:

Bibles
Baskets or Bags
List of Clues
Pencil and Paper OR my free printable (below)

You will need one Bible per small group or per child.

Instructions:

Divide the kids into small groups or teams, or this can be done individually. Each child or each group will need a Bible, a place to gather their scavenged items, and a notepad and paper.
Provide each team with a Bible (or Bible storybook for younger children), a list of clues, and a small bag or basket to collect their discoveries.
Explain that the goal is to find items or information related to various Bible stories based on the provided clues.

Adaptation for pre-literate children: read each Bible passage aloud to them all as a group, then have them go off to find the items.

Bible Scavenger Hunt Leader Script & Clues

two printable bible scavenger hunt pages, one black and white and one colour

Here is the script for your Bible Scavenger Hunt activity.

Introduction:
Welcome, young adventurers, to a journey through the pages of the Bible! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to discover key items, characters, and messages hidden in various Bible stories. Are you ready to embark on this exciting quest? Let’s begin!

Clue 1: Noah’s Ark Adventure
Clue: “In the story of Noah’s Ark, animals entered the ark two by two. Write down the animals. Find a figure of an animal pair that is listed in the Bible, and bring it back to your team.”

Reference – Genesis 7

Clue 2: Creation Wonders
Clue: “Go back to the beginning in the book of Genesis. Find something created on each of the six days of creation. Bring one item for each day.”

Reference – Genesis 1

Clue 3: David and Goliath Challenge
Clue: “In the story of David and Goliath, David defeated the giant with a single stone. Collect a small stone to represent David’s victory.”

Reference – 1 Samuel 17

Clue 4: Miraculous Loaves and Fishes
Clue: “Discover the story where Jesus fed a multitude with just a few loaves and fishes. Bring back a small piece of bread or a fish-shaped item.”

Reference – Matthew 14

Clue 5: Burning Bush Mystery
Clue: “Moses encountered a burning bush that was not consumed by the flames. Find something related to fire or a bush for this mystery clue.”

Exodus 3

Clue 6: Jonah’s Sea Adventure
Clue: “Explore the story of Jonah and the big fish. Find a sea-related item or something that reminds you of Jonah’s journey.”

Reference Jonah 1

Clue 7: The Good Samaritan’s Kindness
Clue: “Discover the parable of the Good Samaritan. Bring back an item that represents kindness and helping others.”

Luke 10

Clue 8: Palm Sunday Triumph
Clue: “In the New Testament, Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, and people waved palm branches. Find something related to a donkey or palm branches.”

John 12, Matthew 21, Mark 11, Luke 19

Clue 9: Moses’ Commandments Challenge
Clue: “Moses received Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. Find something related to the commandments or the mountain.”

Exodus 19

Clue 10: Resurrection Celebration
Clue: “Explore the story of Jesus’ resurrection. Find something that represents new life or celebrations.”

Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, John 20

Conclusion:
Gather back at the starting point after completing all the clues. Take a moment for each team to share their findings and discuss the significance of each item in the context of the Bible stories. Celebrate the completion of the scavenger hunt with a group discussion or a small treat for each participant.