PreK-2nd Lesson Plan: 5 Senses (+2 Bonus Senses) Classroom Scavenger Hunt

13 pages

Great rainy day, beginning or end of year, whole class/small group activity to get your kids up and moving while exploring science concepts!

7 Senses Scavenger Hunt | Level 1 (PreK-2nd Grade)

An in-depth exploration of the senses with this age-appropriate scavenger hunt designed for little explorers (PreK-2nd grade)! This hands-on activity guides your students through 7 senses—including sight, sound, touch, smell, taste AND 2 senses that are SO important and are typically overlooked: balance (vestibular), and body awareness/"muscle sense" (proprioception)—with simple, picture-friendly prompts perfect for early learners.

INCLUDES:

• Scavenger Hunt Directions (with additional directions for the Sense of Taste Hunt)

• Level 1 (PreK, K, 1st, 2nd) fact sheets about the 5 senses plus the 2 bonus senses!

• 4 Scavenger Hunt Printables (with picture clues for non-readers)

• Discussion questions

This resource is Level 1 of a two-level series, differentiated for developmental stages:

Level 1 (PreK-2nd): Simplified prompts and discussion, visual cues

Level 2 (3rd-5th): Advanced challenges and discussion

(Check Out the 7 Senses Mini-Bundle for a discounted price when you purchase both levels)