Extend Student Vocabulary with Suffix Bingo

How can you build your students’ vocabulary on top of words they already know? With a game of suffix bingo of course!

To play, you will need:

• 1 bingo card per student/team
• 25 counters for each student/team
• Suffix calling cards

Each student will get a game card and counters to keep track of drawn words. To play, pull a calling card and read the definition aloud to the students, e.g. a full mouth. Students cover the word with a counter if it appears on their bingo card, e.g. mouthful. Remind students to call out “BINGO!” when they have covered five words in a row on their cards. Then have the students read each word on their card as you check them against the cards you called.

Adapt This Suffix Bingo Game

Use this resource as independent practice for fast finishers and full-class learning opportunities like scoot activities, lesson reviews, comprehension assessments and more.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

• Alternate Forms of BINGO – In addition to the traditional 5-in-a-row BINGO, have students cover the board game in other fun patterns to win the game, e.g. Full House, Four Corners, Letter X.
• Show Me – Give each student a mini dry-erase board and a dry-erase marker. Project a game board and work through each word by having your students write the word and draw a line between the suffix and the root word. When everyone has written down their answer, say, “Show Me.” Students will flip their boards, allowing you to see who needs extra support.
• Match Me If You Can – Shuffle and divide the definition cards equally among players in your guided reading group. Use a game board to provide a suffix word for students to decode. The student with the matching definition card picture lays it face-up before them. The first person to have all their cards face up wins.

Easily Prepare This Suffix Bingo Game for Your Students

Print on cardstock for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access.

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This resource was created by Kiri Sowers, a teacher in Illinois and a Teach Starter Collaborator. 

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