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Free Printable Summer Reading Bingo Cards

Libraries and families use this card to keep children reading between the last day of school and the first. Print one per reader at the start of break; a square gets marked each time the reader finishes the book or tries the reading spot it describes. The squares are the same on every card but shuffled, so siblings work toward different rows.

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    How to play summer reading bingo

    1. Set the number of players, then press Print or save as PDF. Each player gets a different card.
    2. Call items in random order with the built-in caller, or use the printed call list.
    3. Players mark each called square. The first to complete a row, column or diagonal shouts "Bingo!"

    Tip: Tie prizes to rows instead of the whole card: a bookmark for the first line, a paperback to keep or an ice cream outing for a blackout. For children who are not reading yet, count books read aloud to them.

    Summer Reading Bingo word list

    These 35 items are loaded into the generator above. Edit, remove or add your own before printing.

    • Read under a tree
    • Read at the beach or pool
    • Read in a hammock
    • Read in a tent
    • Read on a road trip
    • Read on the porch
    • Read with an ice pop
    • Read past your bedtime
    • Read on a picnic blanket
    • Read on a rainy day
    • Read in your pajamas
    • Read three days in a row
    • Read to a younger child
    • Read to a grandparent
    • Read to a stuffed animal
    • A family read-aloud
    • Visit the library
    • Go to a library event
    • Check out three books
    • Swap books with a friend
    • A book about the ocean
    • A book about camping
    • A book set in summer
    • A book about bugs
    • A book about space
    • A joke or riddle book
    • A comic book
    • A how-to book
    • A book of fun facts
    • A travel book
    • A book with a yellow cover
    • An author new to you
    • Read a recipe and make it
    • Draw a scene from a book
    • Tell someone about a book
    Free printable Summer Reading Bingo card: a sample word card ready to print
    A sample card. Yours are shuffled differently for every player.

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    Questions and answers

    Are the bingo cards really free?

    Yes. You can print up to 10 unique cards per game at no cost, as often as you like, without creating an account. The optional Unlimited Pass is for larger groups.

    How do I save the cards as a PDF?

    Press "Print or save as PDF". In the print window choose "Save as PDF" as the printer. On a phone, use the share or print option in the preview that opens.

    Is every card different?

    Yes. Each card is shuffled separately from your list, so players cannot all win at the same time. The more items your list has beyond the number of squares, the more the cards differ.

    Can I use my own words?

    Yes. Replace the list with your own words or phrases, one per line. A 5×5 card with a free space needs at least 24 items, a 4×4 card needs 16 and a 3×3 card needs 8.

    What paper should I use?

    Normal printer paper works. Card stock lasts longer if you plan to reuse the cards. The layout fits both US Letter and A4.