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Clue-by-Clue Hunt

Solve verbal clues to find a household object.

Best moment: Boredom rescue
⏱ 10 minSetup: lowEnergy: mediumNoise: quietMess: noneAdult: togetherPlayers: solo, siblingsindoor🙌 No materials
Safety first

Responsible adult supervision is required. Check materials and space, and stop if the child becomes uncomfortable. See our full safety policy.

How to play
You’ll need
  • Household objects
  1. 1Use one-feature clues such as colour or room.
  2. 2Adult gives clue.
  3. 3child guesses or searches.
  4. 4reveal.
  5. 5switch roles.
Make it easier
Offer two possible answers.
Level it up
Child creates clues and tracks number used.
Safety note
Keep searches within safe approved areas.
Don’t have it?

Swap ideas: Use picture cards or room features.

No materials at all? Solve clues without searching.

Finish the play

Cleanup cue: Return found objects to their homes.

About 1 min to tidy up.

👧🧒 Sibling variation

Children create clues for each other.

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