Anne of Green Gables Scavenger Hunts (Free to Print)

Now, you can bring a dash of Anne Shirley’s imaginative world to your children’s playtime with these printable scavenger hunts.

Anne of Green Gables scavenger hunt sitting on a rock with twigs behind it.

Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors, dodging raindrops in the yard, or staying cozy inside on a rainy day, these hunts will keep kids entertained and spark plenty of curiosity.

Four Scavenger Hunts and a few Extra Challenges

Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables is a timeless classic loved by readers of all ages. It continues to inspire adults and children alike to this day.

Just like Anne, I’ve always been in awe of nature. It’s so easy to marvel at the beauty of God’s creations, both big and small. That sense of wonder is what inspired me to craft these fun scavenger hunts just for you!

Anne of Green Gables scavenger hunts and challenge page sitting on a wooden porch against blurry green.

This collection features four scavenger hunts—both indoor and outdoor—plus optional challenges for a bit of added excitement.

I hope these challenges encourage children to pay closer attention to the little details around them everyday.

Best of all, these scavenger hunts can become a springboard for conversations about natural science, geography, history, and more.

More Anne of Green Gables-inspired Fun

Let’s Explore: Anne Shirley-inspired Scavenger Hunts

Feel free to dig deeper into each item—look up details about snails, explore cloud formations, or talk about different plant species you find along the way.

Let Anne’s spirit of wonder guide you!

1. Nature Scavenger Hunt (Easier Level)

Anne of green Gables inspired nature scavenger hunt sitting on a wooden lazy susan with a cotton puff.

This hunt is perfect for younger children or beginners.

Each item listed offers an opportunity to discuss nature topics such as different types of plants (moss, ferns, clover), local insects (butterflies), and geological features (smooth stones, ponds).

Keep the items in mind when choosing a spot to explore!

Special Challenges

Lover’s Lane (or a romantic, tree-lined path)
Singing bird or bird’s nest
Haunted wood (or any spooky-looking cluster of trees)
Tea party spot

You can add these on, or do the next more challenging hunt which also includes many of these same challenges.

The special challenges can stand alone or accompany any of the other hunts.

2. Nature Scavenger Hunt (More Challenging)

Nature scavenger hunt printable leaning on a speckled background.

Since this hunt is more advanced, older children may enjoy searching for more elusive finds like praying mantises or beetles, requiring careful observation.

Or for longer nature walks, don’t forget to bring a hand shovel to dig for the earthworm!

Also, keep in mind the items to find when choosing a spot to explore.

3. Indoor Rainy Day Scavenger Hunt

Indoor rainy day scavenger hunt inspired by anne of green gables.

This rainy-day hunt keeps young minds active indoors.

Remember to supervise a child if you have to light a candle to check it off.

And any items on the list that are outside, should be seen through a window.

Also, the puzzle could also be an activity!

Indoor Challenges

Write a friendship note
Recreate Lover’s Lane with blankets and pillows
Draw the “Lake of Shining Waters”
Act out a favorite scene from the book

Tie in language arts by encouraging them to act out a scene or write a friendship note to a sibling or friend.

4. Outdoor Rainy Day Scavenger Hunt

Anne of green Gables outdoor rainy day scavenger hunt printable hanging on a brick background.

Walking outside in the rain—provided it’s safe—can be an enchanting experience reminiscent of Anne Shirley’s love of nature.

Help children see how the world transforms with raindrops and reflections, and look for small creatures like snails and birds taking shelter.

Indoor Challenges

Splash in a puddle
Find something green
Make a nature bouquet
Follow the flow water from the raindrops

Nature Craft & Indoor Activity Ideas

To enhance the Anne of Green Gables experience, pair your scavenger hunts with creative crafts or activities.

Here are a few ideas:

1. Pressed Flower Bookmarks

Collect small wildflowers, ferns, or leaves from your outdoor hunt. Press them between heavy books.

Once dry, laminate them or glue them onto cardstock to create charming bookmarks worthy of any Anne Shirley story.

2. DIY Nature Journal

Have children decorate blank notebooks.

They can jot down notes about the items they found, draw sketches, or tape small mementos like feathers or pressed leaves.

3. Puddle Painting

On a rainy day, let kids place a few drops of washable paint (or use watercolor pencils) on watercolor paper and watch raindrops create unique splatter patterns.

Sprinkle salt on them after and let them dry to see the affect!

It’s messy, but it’s a fun way to explore color, art, and weather simultaneously.

Nature scavenger hunt cover page and hunt itself printed out laying on a wooden floor with pine cones.

4. Paper Flower Tea Party

Channel Anne’s love for a fancy tea party.

Create paper flowers using tissue paper or coffee filters. Set up a mini tea party indoors or under a covered porch when it’s raining.

5. “Lake of Shining Waters” Diorama

Fill a shoebox with a miniature scene of Anne’s beloved lake.

Use twigs, pebbles, and other found objects from your scavenger hunts, then add a small mirror or foil for the water’s reflective surface.

6. Recycled Lanterns

Use old jars, decorate them with tissue paper or paint, and place a battery-powered candle inside.

This is a gentle nod to Anne’s candlelit reading sessions—and a cozy craft for rainy afternoons.

These crafts don’t have to be expensive or complicated. They simply extend the fun and help children learn even more about nature’s wonders, art, and storytelling—a perfect reflection of the Anne of Green Gables spirit.

Why These Hunts Are Helpful

With these four Anne of Green Gables Scavenger Hunts, you have plenty of ways to keep children entertained—rain or shine—while introducing them to a bit of literary magic.

But here are a few more good reasons:

Anne of Green gables inspired nature scavenger hunts for indoor and outdoor laying on dried flowers.

Gateway to Natural Science

Each item can prompt deeper exploration into biology, geology, or meteorology. Talk about moss, lichen, cloud formations, or snails to spark curiosity.

Literature Connection

Children gain new appreciation for Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic by recreating elements like Lover’s Lane or the Haunted Wood.

Flexible and Fun

Whether you’re stuck indoors on a rainy day or out enjoying sunshine, these scavenger hunts adapt to your circumstances.

Short-Term Engagement, Long-Term Learning

Even if the hunts only last an hour, the discussions and explorations afterward can help foster a lasting love for literature, science, and nature.

So, print out your hunts, gather your craft supplies, and let Anne Shirley’s boundless imagination lead the way.

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Printing and Use Tips

Use Sturdy Paper: When printing your scavenger hunts, opt for heavier card stock or premium quality paper so they hold up better.
Laminate for Weather Protection: For outdoor hunts, laminating each sheet will make them waterproof and more durable—even if there are puddles or raindrops.
Multiple Copies: Print extra copies in case you have a large group or need spares after a few adventures.
Hole Punch & Clip: You can hole punch one corner and use a ring clip to keep the pages together and easy to carry outside.

Happy Hunting!