Description
Christmas Investigation Game (Ages 8+)
Searching for a Christmas investigation game to challenge older kids? This printable mystery invites children 8 and up to step into the shoes of real detectives. Santa’s reindeer have vanished mid-delivery, and the sleigh is grounded! With no time to lose, young investigators must examine clues, solve logic puzzles, and uncover who’s behind the sabotage—before Christmas is ruined.
A Challenging Holiday Mystery to Save Christmas
Disaster strikes on Christmas Eve: while making deliveries around the world, Santa returns to his sleigh only to discover his reindeer have disappeared. Stuck in the middle of his route, he can’t continue without them. Thankfully, the Head Elf has compiled a list of suspects—and your kids are just the detectives needed to crack the case.
With sharpened minds and a clue-by-clue investigation, players must dive deep into a festive world full of riddles, deduction, and critical thinking. Can they expose the culprit and save the holiday in time?
Why Choose This Christmas Investigation Game?
We designed this printable kit specifically for kids aged 8+, combining immersive storytelling with more advanced thinking tasks:
- An immersive Christmas-themed case: Older children are drawn into a high-stakes holiday mission that tests their detective skills.
- Puzzles that go beyond the basics: Each activity pushes kids to use logic, deduction, and attention to detail.
- No screens, just real thinking: A refreshing, hands-on alternative that gets kids moving, reading, and solving problems together.
- Created by an educator: Every puzzle and activity is thoughtfully designed to support higher-level reasoning and collaboration.
- Easy to organize: With everything provided in a single PDF file, parents can set up the game quickly with zero stress.
For kids who love mysteries and crave a holiday adventure that’s both smart and fun, this is the perfect printable game! Want to add more magic to the season? Explore our Christmas tree puzzle Advent calendar to print—24 days of fun to light up Santa’s North Pole tree!
Game Details
Let’s look at what’s inside this advanced holiday mystery:
- Theme: Christmas investigation, teamwork, logical deduction
- Playtime: 60 to 90 minutes of active puzzle-solving
- Recommended Age: 3rd grade and up (Ages 8+)
- Setup Time: About 20 minutes
- Format: Instant PDF download—no shipping required
- Number of Players: Perfect for groups, families, or solo play
- Location: Adaptable for indoor or outdoor play
Want a version for younger players? Try our Christmas mystery game with logic puzzles for kids aged 6 to 7, perfect for early readers and budding detectives!
What You’ll Get in the Christmas Investigation Game Kit
You’ll get everything needed to run a fun and challenging game—all ready to print:
- Parent Guide: Step-by-step instructions to help you manage the game smoothly
- Tracking Sheet: Pre-filled for ease, just add your hiding spots
- Clue Placement Ideas: Indoor and outdoor options to customize your setup
- Investigation Sheet: Helps players organize findings and rule out suspects
- Opening Story Page: Engaging introduction that sets the mystery in motion
- 10 Logic-Based Puzzles: Crafted for older kids, with reasoning, patterns, and problem-solving tasks
- Conclusion Page: Reveals the guilty party and closes the mystery with a satisfying ending
- Printable Diplomas: Certificates to reward your detective team
- Free Invitations: Download festive invitations on our site to invite fellow investigators
Want to set the perfect scene? Add our printable Christmas party kit with decorations and themed supplies to create a festive atmosphere that matches the game!
Designed for Learning and Fun
At Treasure Hunt 4 Kids, we turn holiday fun into rich learning experiences:
- Perfect for Christmas parties, family nights, or classrooms: An engaging game that fits any holiday occasion
- Narrative-driven challenges: Each clue keeps kids immersed in the unfolding mystery
- Age-adapted puzzles: We designed this version for confident readers and independent thinkers.
- Built by an education professional: Supporting logical thinking, focus, and teamwork
- Download and play instantly: Our kits are always ready-to-use with no prep headaches
Download the Christmas Investigation Game (Ages 8+) and let your kids uncover the mystery that could save Santa’s sleigh—and Christmas itself!
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Allys H. (verified owner) –
I just printed this out yesterday and I absolutely love it! It just looks like a really high quality mystery game that was well thought out in terms of progressing from puzzle to puzzle. Can’t wait to do this on Christmas with my kids.
Tess (verified owner) –
Fantastic Christmas Detective Game! The kids had a blast and are eagerly awaiting another adventure next year. The puzzles were engaging and just the right level of challenge for them. Truly a wonderful family bonding experience during the holiday season!
Allison S. (verified owner) –
This is so well thought out! My daughter’s birthday mystery party is scheduled next week. Should be a fun evening. Excellent customer service!
Nicole H. (verified owner) –
Haven’t used it yet. Got it for a Christmas party. Can’t wait to try it! The kids will love it for sure!