Explore different weather events with this free weather bingo game. Perfect for young learners in preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school!
Games are always a big hit with children. Incorporating games into unit studies is a fun way to get kids excited about a topic.
This free printable game features 8 unique weather bingo cards with a set of calling cards. Bright and colorful designs perfect for young kids!
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Weather Events
- Cloudy
- Drought
- Flooding
- Lightning
- Partly Sunny
- Rainbow
- Raining
- Snowing
- Storm Clouds
- Sunny
- Tornado
- Windy
Sometimes learning about extreme weather events is overwhelming for young children. As you play, you can talk about the different weather conditions.
Often times the more kids learn about a topic, the less afraid they become. Pairing this game with a few great educational books about weather is a great way to extend this activity.
Along with weather events, this bingo game includes a few weather tools:
- Barometer
- Thermometer
- Wind Vane with Anemometer
An easy way to extend this lesson is to take some time to learn about different weather instruments together!
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Supplies
- Plain Paper or Cardstock: I like using cardstock especially if I am not going to laminate the cards
- Printer: to print off the digital version of the game
- Scissors
- Bingo Chips: including stones or other small objects
- Bowl or Hat
- Optional: Laminator or Clear Plastic Sleeves
- Folder: to hold all of the boards and calling cards when not in use
The best way to keep cards in great condition for multiple uses is to laminate them or place them within clear plastic sleeves.
Tip
Print board games and calling cards onto cardstock instead of plain printer paper!
To store the game away for another time, I like to keep all of the pieces within a folder. Simply place the cards on one side and add all of the calling cards into a small bag.
How to Play
- Select a calling card at random
- Let players see if they have that weather event on their board
- Mark off the picture on your board
- Repeat until one player has three in a row
Since this game is made of 9 squares instead of the traditional 25, players will have Bingo with 3 in a row.
Horizontally across the board, down a row, or diagonally across from one corner to the next.
Alternatives include: blackout, the outside four corners, around the perimeter or an X shape.
Skills to Practice
Not just a fun game, BINGO is an excellent way to practice important skills.
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Fine Motor Skills
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Making Observations
- Vocabulary
Changing up the winning pattern is a great way to get young learners practicing critical thinking skills.
As kids play they are communicating with others and making observations. If you have more than eight kids, children can work in pairs. Two children can even be in charge of the calling cards.
Additional Weather Activities for Kids
Kids in preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school LOVE learning about the weather. Here on the blog I have several activities that you can do with a wide range of ages.
Of course, simply heading outside and enjoying the weather is always a great activity. You can talk about the different clouds, temperature, or splash in a few rain puddles!
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Nicki
We love bingo here! And what a fun way to talk about the weather!
Julie
Bingo is always a huge hit! Thanks for commenting Nicki
Renee
I will actually use these with my preschool students. I feel it is important to show real pictures rather than characters. My own preference these days, I am in a sort of forest class situation now and trying to show more authentic photos.
Thank you for your nature-inspired work. I am excited to share it with my students.
Julie
Thank you for taking the time to comment Renee! I'm glad that you like the real life photographs instead of clipart. I thought for weather seeing actual photographs would make it easier for kids to identify when they witness the event in real life.
Lolieta nunnally
I would like this weather bingo since we may be having bad weather for my Residents to play. I am Activities director for a nursing home. Bolingreen Health and Rehabilitation Center
Cindy
Julie- My children are fascinated with the wonderful nature activities you send. Thanks again ! Cindy
Julie
Hi Cindy! You're very welcome, I so glad they are enjoying them.