Celebrate the New Year with our free printable New Year’s I Spy game for kids! It’s a fun and festive way to keep kids entertained as they countdown to midnight!
I can’t believe it’s already the end of the year! Where did the time go?
Counting down to the New Year for many is the best part of the New Year celebration, but kids may not have the patience to wait for midnight. And younger kids will need to head to bed before then!
That’s why this FREE printable New Year’s I Spy game is the perfect way to get the kids involved in the New Year festivities. It’s fun and simple so your little ones will feel included in the excitement of counting down to a fresh start.
What’s an I Spy Game?
If you haven’t played an I Spy game before, don’t worry—it’s super easy and so much fun! Kids search for specific items in a busy picture, counting how many of each they can find. It’s like a treasure hunt on paper!
This game is fantastic for:
• Building observation skills.
• Practicing counting and numbers.
• Staying entertained during holiday downtime.
How to Play the New Year’s Eve I Spy Game
1. Print the I Spy Game
Scroll down for directions on downloading and printing your free New Year’s I Spy game. You can print it in color or black and white—whatever suits your printer and style!
If you print the black-and-white versions, kids can color in the pictures as they play, adding another layer of creativity to the activity.
2. Search and Count
Look closely at the festive New Year-themed pictures. Spot the party hats, disco balls, fireworks, and streamers—how many of each can you find? Write the numbers in the boxes provided.
You might want to circle or cross out each item as you count to keep track.
3. Double-Check
Finished? Check your answers together and see if you missed anything!
New Year’s Eve can be a long night for little ones waiting for the ball to drop, and this game brings a splash of fun to keep them engaged. Plus, the colorful designs and cheerful themes make it feel just as festive as the big countdown itself!
Bonus Ideas for Extra Fun
• Turn it Into a Competition: Who can find everything the fastest? Make sure you don’t miss anything as you race to see who can conquer the New Year’s I Spy game in the shortest time!
• Laminate for Reuse: Laminate your printout so kids can use dry-erase markers and play again and again.
• Make It a Coloring Page: After the game, let your kids color in all the items they found!
Download Your Free Printable New Year’s I Spy Game
Ready to dive into the fun? Click on the image below for your free New Year’s I Spy game. Print as many copies as you need, and let’s ring in the New Year together!
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