Five Senses Scavenger Hunt

Worksheet Description

The “Five Senses Scavenger Hunt” worksheet is a playful and insightful activity designed to engage students in exploring their environment through their senses. The worksheet provides spaces at the top for students to write their names, giving them ownership of the sensory journey they are about to embark on. The sheet is laid out with nine squares, each labeled with a sensory attribute such as “something smooth,” “something rough,” “something furry,” “something orange,” “something square,” “something that smells,” “something round,” “something with a sound,” and “something sweet.” Students are prompted to seek out items that fit these descriptions and draw a picture of each in the corresponding square.

This scavenger hunt is a clever way to encourage students to use and think about their five senses—touch, sight, smell, hearing, and taste—and how they interact with the world around them. It helps them to identify and categorize their experiences based on sensory attributes. The activity is not just about finding items that match the descriptions but also about enhancing mindfulness and observation skills. It can also serve as a springboard for discussions on sensory processing and how different people experience sensory inputs. By completing this activity, students gain a deeper appreciation for their senses and the role they play in everyday life.