Traditional bingo takes on a new look with personalized cards
Personalized bingo cards put an exciting new twist on an old game. The old fashion game of chance is traditionally played in large groups for cash or prizes. A personalized game can be used for the same purpose, or changed into a learning or comical game for all ages. Personalized cards have potential for spelling, multiplication or word find games. The creator is not limited to the number of squares or the headings used. Change up the game and get started with some fun.
Instructions
1. Pick your header and type of filler for the squares. Traditional cards read "BINGO" across the top. Personalize the cards using participants' names or the name of a group or other item. Fill the spaces with numbers or letters depending on the purpose of your game.
2. Divide your tag board evenly into squares. Traditional BINGO cards are five squares across and six squares down for a total of 30 squares. The number of letters in your chosen top word determines how many squares across you will need. For a long word, turn your paper to the side to create the card.
3. Use a ruler to measure and mark the decided number of squares. Make sure the squares are equal. Use total measurement of the paper in square inches divided by the number of desired squares to measure each individual space.
4. Mark the top of card with the desired word. Use one box per letter in the first row.
5. Create a randomized system for information filling. If you are using numbers for your squares, place numbers one through 40 on small pieces of paper. Place the small pieces in a bag or box and randomly pick. Place one number in each square based on the selection until the card is filled.
6. Continue filling in cards in the same manner until you have enough for all participants.
Tags: number squares, small pieces, squares across, squares Traditional