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Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for Teens – Free Printable

November 15, 2021

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Older kids enjoy Elf on the Shelf too! I previously shared Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Teens and now I have an Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for Teens that should have them laughing!

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Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for Teens

The clues for this Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for Teens uses popular teen slang for 2021. Don’t worry, I used the good slang to keep the scavenger hunt clues funny!

There are seven clues that will lead your teen to their Elf on the Shelf. Below I have listed each of the Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt clues as well as where to hide them and fun ideas you can use if you feel like being extra.

printable elf on the shelf scavenger hunt for teens and kids

Clues for Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for Teens

Clue #1
Guess who’s back? Back again. Elf is back. Tell your friends.
Come find me where your morning routine begins!

Where to Hide: Because this is the first clue, set it somewhere your teen will see first thing in the morning.

Clue #2
I’m fancy like Applebee’s on a date night.
If I was an Oreo Shake, hanging out here would be right.

Where to Hide: In the Bathroom or somewhere your teen usually goes first.
Fun Ideas: If hiding in the bathroom, leave message on the mirror with toothpaste

Clue #3
Yo bruh, this Christmas is going to be lit.
But first, I need a drippin’ outfit!

Where to Hide: In the freezer
Fun Ideas: Place the clue with Oreo crumbs or Oreo ice cream

clues for an elf on the shelf scavenger hunt for teens

Clue #4
When it comes to the holidays, I can’t be low key.
If I could I would live in a Christmas tree.

Where to Hide: In your teen’s closet or dresser drawer
Fun Ideas: Place the clue with a new Elf on the Shelf Outfit (Amazon affiliate) or something new for your teen to wear during the holidays

Clue #5
You’re getting closer but I’m a savage at hiding!
Where wet clothes get warm and cozy I heard there was a sighting.

Where to Hide: In or under the Christmas tree
Fun Ideas: Place the clue with a new ornament or a tiny Elf on the Shelf sized Christmas tree

Clue #6
A little fluffing up and my lewk is on fleek.
Now a snacky snack is why I seek.

Where to Hide: In the Dryer
Fun Ideas: Write the next clue on the dryer with an Expo marker

Clue #7
I’m your number one STAN during the holiday.
Hide and Seek is a game I like to play.
You’ve almost found me – right this way!
I found another game we can play!

Where to Hide: In the Snack Cupboard or Snack Drawer
Fun Ideas: Leave a mess of wrappers with the clue or your teens favorite snack

free printable clues for elf on the shelf scavenger hunt for teens

Finally, leave the Elf on the Shelf somewhere you keep board games, card games, or video games. You can place him with a new game for your teen or set up a Printable Elf on the Shelf game!

Grab this free printable Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for Teens below. It makes a great arrival idea for Elf on the Shelf or works for any day you need a quick Elf on the Shelf idea!

–> TEEN ELF SCAVENGER HUNT <–

printable elf on the shelf scavenger hunt for teens

For more Elf on the Shelf ideas check out my other posts:

  • Memorable Elf on the Shelf Departure Ideas
  • Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Teen
  • Why Elf on the Shelf Didn’t Move – Quick and Clever Excuses
  • Elf on the Shelf Adoption Certificate
  • Elf on the Shelf Printables – TONS of props, games, and more!
  • Quick Elf on the Shelf Ideas – for every room in the house!
  • Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt for kids of all ages!
printable scavenger hunt for elf on the shelf

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