Grab a United States map, and let’s get started! This US geography scavenger hunt is simple to use at home or in the classroom, and you can even add a little bit of information about the Olympics depending on your interests or what time of the year it is! Grab this free printable geography mini pack below.

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Enjoy A Map Scavenger Hunt

There are a few different resources you can use to help you on your geography scavenger hunt! This is a great opportunity to get a large map of the United States to put on the wall. My son has been asking for one!

Also, we are picking up a Children’s United States atlas {and a world one, too!}. Adults can help kids research the different states and find information to complete the geography scavenger hunt below! Or simply do a safe internet search.

LOOK: 7 Printable Scavenger Hunts For Kids

Fun Geography Books For Kids

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National Geographic has a few fun books or Atlases for kids, like this kid’s United States Atlas or this ultimate road trip Atlas!

“The 50 States: Fun Facts” by Gabrielle Balkan: This book presents each U.S. state with interesting facts and colorful illustrations, making it a fun and educational resource.

“This Is My America” by Rick Lieder: A beautifully illustrated book that explores America’s natural landscapes and diverse wildlife, capturing the country’s beauty.

“Maps and Geography (Ken Jennings’ Junior Genius Guides)” by Ken Jennings: Written by the famous Jeopardy! champion, this book introduces kids to maps, geography, and interesting trivia about the United States.

“Smart About the Fifty States” by Jon Buller and Susan Schade: This book offers an entertaining and informative journey through all 50 states, with facts, trivia, and a bit of humor.

“Scrambled States of America” by Laurie Keller: A whimsical and humorous tale about the states of the U.S. coming to life and embarking on an adventure to meet new states.

“The United States: An Atlas of the United States of America” by Millie Miller and Cyndi Nelson: A child-friendly atlas filled with facts, maps, and information about the United States.

“National Geographic Kids United States Atlas” by National Geographic Kids: National Geographic provides an interactive and informative atlas tailored for young readers.

“You Wouldn’t Want to Live in Colonial America!” by Jacqueline Morley: Although not exclusively about geography, this engaging book delves into the history of colonial America and helps kids understand how the country evolved.

“My State Notebook” by A Beka: Part of a series, this interactive workbook allows kids to learn about their own state or any state of interest, engaging them in various activities.

“Our Fifty States” by Lynne Cheney: This beautifully illustrated book takes readers on a tour of all 50 states, highlighting what makes each one unique.

Printable Geography Scavenger Hunts

The first two printable geography scavenger hunt pages use a map to complete!

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Do some research! Have your kids learn about their state on the map! Provide resources for finding the information or work on the pages as a family activity at home or group activity in the classroom!

Learn something new! Close your eyes and point to a state on the map! Explore a new state with the page provided. If you are using this as a group project, have each kid give a mini presentation on their state.

Learn a little about the Olympics in the United States too!

  • How many times has the US hosted the Summer Olympics?
  • How many times has the US Hosted the Winter Olympics?
  • Find each of the states on the map to get started!

More Fun Geography Activities To Enjoy

Learn about the world around you… Earth Science activities are the perfect accompaniment to this geography scavenger hunt.

Learn about the oceans…

Learn about the weather…

Learn about the earth’s surface…

Learn about animals and their habitats…

Learn about people and cultures…

Free Printable Map Activity Pack

Why not explore maps with this free map activity pack. Maybe you have a budding cartographer on your hands! Or learn how to make a DIY compass.

3 Comments

  1. What a nice educational twist on the games! These pages might be good for researching while watching, commercial breaks or even on summer road trips. Thank you.

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