Every time I see suggestions for bingo, they are for use in the lower grades but I have been thinking of ways to use in my math classes. So I am going to share some of the ideas I have come up with. Most of the possibilities require students to choose the answers from a list of possibilities. It is also expected, the list of possibilities will be two or three times the number of blank squares on a bingo card.
1. Common denominators - prepare a list of factors to produce a list of common denominators. Have students write down several denominators on a blank bingo sheet. Once students have filled out their cards, it is time to draw two numbers at a time. Students have to figure out the LCM and see if they have it. See who gets the first Bingo.
2. Trinomials - prepare a list of factors which students choose two for each square. The teacher draws a trinomial for the students to factor. If they have the pair on their card, they can mark it off.
3. Dimensions for area or perimeter - students choose the measurements for a shape. The teacher draws the area or perimeter and students figure out the measurements. This could also be used for volume on certain shapes.
4. Words and equations - students choose from a list of equations and the teacher selects a verbal description and students see if they have it.
5. Algebraic fractions - provide a list of solutions for an assortment of problems. When ready start pulling problems out for students to solve. Once they find the answer, they see if they have it.
Other topics that would work in this same way include ratios, proportions, markups or mark downs, percent increase or decrease, nteger math, or just about any type of math you can imagine. It’s a matter of providing answers for their bingo cards. It is just a matter of taking a little time to work things out in preparation.
Let me know what you think, I would love to hear.
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