A Not-Too-Scary Halloween Treasure Hunt for Kids

A Halloween hunt can be full of mystery without being frightening. Pick a friendly theme, such as a missing pumpkin or a wizard’s lost spell book, and tell children what to expect. Use familiar rooms and hide cards at reachable spots. A clue about a place for shoes can lead to a shoe rack; the card there points to the next location. Put the final treat somewhere safe and easy to access. For younger children, use bright lighting and read clues aloud. Older players might enjoy a simple code or riddle. Let anyone who prefers not to search play as the team’s clue reader. Check costumes for tripping hazards, keep decorations away from flames and supervise the group.