What better way to learn or reinforce words than by going on a treasure hunt? Scholars explore their classroom to discover words that are hidden and can only be found by the clues given on a worksheet. When every word has been found, learners work together to create a sentence using eight word cards. 

Concepts

getting to know you, the first day of school, academic vocabulary

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Additional Tags

classroom support

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Instructional Ideas

• Copy cards and laminate them for continued use 
• Provide class members with their pencil topper prior to conducting the treasure hunt, in order to spark engagement 
• Write subject-related vocabulary, spelling, or high-frequency words on cards for learners to find and record on their worksheet

Classroom Considerations

• The word cards look best copied in color 
• Treasure hunt cards with words are not provided; modifications are necessary 
• The activity is the last of eight back-to-school resources

Pros

• Includes printable pencil toppers
• The activity gets learners out of their seat     

Cons

• None

Common Core

L.K.6 L.1.6 L.2.6 L.3.6 L.4.6 L.5.6 L.6.6