Spring Bingo
Are you ready for springtime? I know I am. And my kids are too. We’re all tired of being inside all day long or having to don big bulky coats and the wind nipping at our noses when we go out. You too? If you’re still bundling up or hunkering down, you don’t have to totally give up on spring. I’ve got just the thing to bring a little spring inside to you: Springtime Bingo!
SPRINGTIME BINGO IS FOR EVERYONE!
My kids’ favorite thing about playing Bingo is that I let them use food as their place markers. Even if it’s just craisins or cereal, they still get excited. Maybe it’s a boy thing? But when we combine a game and a snack, they are in heaven!
My favorite thing about Bingo is that it’s a learning experience that keeps my kids busy for 10 minutes – sometimes longer! And I love that they can all play together. They range in age from 5-10 now, but we’ve played with them as young as 3, with a bit of help. Bingo is a great game for kids. What do you get out of Bingo? How about:
Print out the Spring Bingo with Pictures or the Spring Bingo with Words and head outside to look for signs of spring. This is a great opportunity to get out of the house and head to a nature center where you will be sure to hear the call of the frogs and the pecking of woodpeckers! There are three different sets of bingo cards available. All of the cards are unique, which means they can be combined for a total of 44 spring bingo cards. The sets of 10 and 4 are free! Taking a second to Pin this post now is a great way to spread.
- encourages cooperative play
- develops observation
- practices matching skills
- practices taking turns and sportsmanship.
Everyone loves a good game of Bingo, right!? So, get out the cereal and let the games begin!
ARE YOU READY TO PLAY SPRINGTIME BINGO?
Spring Bingo Dauber Sheets
SPRINGTIME BINGO GAME MATERIALS:
- Springtime Bingo game printables. Click the link to get your own set of the game. A new window will open. Download and save the PDF file of the game to your computer. You can then print it right at home.
- Scissors
- Place markers
- A gallon ziptop bag to store your game in after you play
SPRINGTIME BINGO PREP DIRECTIONS:
Spring Bingo Games
- Download and print the three game boards and the draw cards from the link. If you need more than 3 boards, print extras.Note: You shouldn’t have to request access to the file. If you do have to request access, it’s usually because the internet you are using has been restricted and you can’t download anything from sites that haven’t already been approved and Google Drive isn’t on the approved list. Try again from a personal or open internet connect.
- When everything is printed, use the scissors to cut out the draw cards.Note: To prolong the life of your game, you can laminate the boards and draw cards. But, that’s totally optional.
SPRINGTIME BINGO GAME PLAY INSTRUCTIONS:
- Distribute a Springtime Bingo board and 16 place markers to each player.
- Place the draw cards face down in a pile in the middle of the table.
- Take turns drawing a draw card from the pile and sharing it with the group. Each player marks off the matching picture from the draw card on their board.
- First player to get four in a row yells “BINGO!”
We let the winner eat their winning place markers and then replace those that get eaten – and any other ones that have “magically disappeared” during the game, but that’s totally optional. It keeps my ever-starving boys happy and engaged longer. Yes, sometimes it’s worth trading a handful of cereal for another 10 minutes of entertained boys while I’m trying to get dinner finished.
YOU’RE JUST 10 MINUTES FROM A GREAT KIDS ACTIVITY
Until the weather starts warming, the trees start blooming and the snow melts this is probably the best springtime you’ll find. Entertained kids, learning and playing, and a few minutes to actually get something done. Yep, the best you’ll find. For now.
This Springtime Bingo game first posted on Whatever Dee-Dee Wants in April 2015 as a guest post written by Krista. The post has been republished here after being updated to maintain accuracy and relevancy.
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Celebrate Spring things with this free printable Spring Bingo game!
Playing bingo games is a super easy and fun way to keep the kids busy for a minute or two. These spring bingo games can be played by kids of all ages. They are easy to print which makes them perfect for home and in the classroom. Turn this bingo game into a learning activity by discussing the colors and shapes you see.
Related: Free Spring Coloring Sheets
Ways to Play Spring Bingo
Set Up
- Print the needed amount of bingo cards (cardstock recommended)
- Laminate (optional but strongly encouraged)
- Print one to two sets of picture cards. This will depend on the number of kids playing.
TRADITIONAL BINGO GAME
Each player chooses a board and a handful of chips (or whatever they will use to cover the squares). Place the calling cards in a stack face down. One player (or parent) calls out the image on the card. Every player looks for the image on the card and covers it if they find it. The first player to get four across, down or diagonal is the winner.
BLACKOUT SIGHT WORD BINGO
Spring Bingo For Kids
Each player chooses a board and a handful of chips (or whatever they will use to cover the squares). Place the calling cards in a stack face down. One player (or parent) calls out the image on the card. Every player looks for the picture on the card and covers it if they find it. The first player to cover their entire board (blackout) is the winner.
Spring Bingo Free Printable
