Sight word bingo gives children a reason to read a set of words more than once. Slow the game down enough for children to look across each word, cover their match, and read it again before the next call.
At a glance
Preview the words, use counters to show matches, and have children read their winning line.
1. Pick a familiar word list
Use words children have already practiced. When editing the PDF, use distinct words and check that the boards and caller cards match before printing.
2. Model a turn
Say a word and find it on a sample board. Point across the letters, then cover the word with a counter.
3. Give readers time to compare
Pause after the call. For words that look similar, invite children to check the first letter and then look across the rest.
4. Read back the winning words
Ask the player to uncover and read each word on the winning line. Support the reading with a model when needed.
5. Follow with a brief check
Show two or three words away from the bingo board. Have children read or match one so you can plan the next review.
A classroom example
In a fictional kindergarten group, Ada covers was when the caller says saw. Her teacher shows both cards. Ada points to the first letter in each, rereads saw, and moves her counter.
Companion printable
The 27-page editable PDF includes 20 boards, 32 caller words, a linked Word Board, a recording page, and teacher directions.
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