Summer Bingo Printable | A Free Game For Kids

Dive into the summer fun with our vibrant and engaging summer bingo printable!

This set is not just another activity; it’s a great way to bring families together and add excitement to any summer gathering.

Featuring five unique bingo boards and one comprehensive calling card, this printable is designed to ensure everyone can join in the fun.

Each calling card combines vivid images with corresponding words beneath, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages.

Whether you’re planning a backyard barbecue, a family reunion, or just looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon, our free bingo cards for kids are the perfect addition.

Summer Bingo free printable boards, featuring colorful illustrations of summer essentials for an enjoyable educational activity for kids.

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Summertime bingo for kids

This is such a simple game, and yet it is so much fun to play.

This fun summer holiday game is free to print but is for personal use and classroom use only. Scroll to the bottom of the post and add your email address to get the pdf file.

You will also enjoy our free i spy summer worksheet.

How to set up

Setting up your printable beach bingo is straightforward and doesn’t require much preparation. Here’s how to get your fun game ready for players of all ages:

Begin by downloading the summer activity bingo printable. Print enough bingo cards for everyone participating. To ensure the picture cards last longer, especially if you plan on playing multiple rounds or using them year after year, consider printing on cardstock or using a laminator to laminate them.
Choose markers that players will use to cover the called items on their summer bingo cards. You can use simple household items like beans, coins, or buttons. For a summer twist, small shells or pebbles make thematic and fun dot markers.
The summer picture bingo set includes a calling card that matches the images on the bingo cards. Cut these out and place them in a container from which the caller will draw. This can be anything from a hat to a bowl or a bag.
Decide who will take on the role of the caller for the game. The caller will draw and announce the items on the calling cards. In a family or classroom setting, taking turns being the caller can make the game more engaging for everyone.

Older kids can enjoy our free summer reading bingo printable too!

How to play

Once your summer bingo setup is complete, playing the game is just as easy and enjoyable. Here’s how to get the fun started:

Before beginning, go over the rules with all players. Make sure everyone understands the pattern that they’re aiming to complete on their bingo card, such as a straight line, which could be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. You can also introduce other patterns like four corners or a “blackout” for more variety.
The caller begins the game by drawing a calling card and announcing the summer themed item. Players then look for the called item on their bingo cards and use a marker to cover it if found.
The caller continues to draw and announce calling cards. The pace can vary, but it’s important to ensure all players have time to find and mark their items.
When a player completes the pattern on their card, they shout “Bingo!” to stop the game. The excitement of calling “Bingo!” adds to the game’s fun and competitiveness.
Pause the game to check the player’s bingo card against the called items. If the player’s marks correctly match the announced items in the winning pattern, they are declared the winner.
Summer bingo is easily replayable. Reset the game by clearing the cards and starting again. This allows everyone a chance to win and keeps the game exciting.
If desired, offer small prizes or rewards to the winners. This could be anything from summer-themed goodies to extra playtime or a special activity.

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Summertime bingo is more than just a game; it’s a fun and interactive way to celebrate the season, making it perfect for all kinds of gatherings.

By following these simple setup and play instructions, you can ensure your game of summer themed bingo is a hit with players of all ages, creating lasting summer memories.

You can also enjoy our free back to school bingo printable!

What are the benefits of summer bingo for preschoolers?

Playing picture bingo with kids can be a blast and it comes with a bunch of benefits:

It’s a perfect way to help preschoolers learn new words and associate them with objects or images.
Bingo requires kids to pay attention, remember what they see, and recall it later on, which is a great exercise for their memory.
Bingo is a group activity that allows kids to interact and play with each other, helping them develop their social skills.
It requires kids to stay focused and pay attention in order to match the pictures, which is a great way to help improve their concentration skills.
Above all, playing bingo is just plain fun for kids and provides an enjoyable activity for them to participate in with friends or family.

So, there you have it! Just a few of the many benefits of playing a bingo game with your preschoolers. Give it a try!

Other activities to stop summer boredom

Kick off summer with a splash of fun! If you’re exploring activity ideas to keep kids engaged, consider throwing a summer party or delving into various playful projects.

From hands-on summer crafts to interactive games and coloring pages, there’s plenty to banish boredom with these fun boredom busters for kids.

So gear up for a summer filled with joy and exploration, ensuring your kids have a memorable and active season. Check out some of our favorite free summer printables:

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