Friendship Bingo Printable Free Game
This Friendship Bingo printable is the perfect game for classrooms, small groups, or even at home for a party. Kids will love learning more about each other while working toward getting Bingo. You can download the free PDF at the bottom of this post.
What is Friendship Bingo?
Friendship Bingo is an interactive game designed to spark conversations and encourage kids to discover fun facts about one another. Instead of focusing on numbers, each square includes a simple prompt like:
- Someone who has a pet
- Someone who can whistle
- Someone who loves pizza
- Someone who has traveled to another state
Players must walk around the room, ask questions, and find classmates or peers who fit the description. It’s a fun icebreaker and a great way to foster friendship skills.
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How to Use the Friendship Bingo Printable
Using this printable is quick and easy:
- Print copies of the Friendship Bingo board for each child.
- Explain the rules: kids move around the room asking questions to find people who match the squares.
- Mark off squares when a friend signs their name in the box that fits them.
- Celebrate connections when someone completes a row, column, or diagonal for Bingo.
This game can be adapted for different group sizes and works well for building classroom community, youth groups, or playdates.
When to Use the Friendship Bingo Game
The Friendship Bingo game is a versatile activity you can use in many settings:
- First day of school to help students get to know each other.
- Therapy sessions to practice social skills and communication.
- Birthday parties or group playdates as an engaging icebreaker.
- After-school programs, camps, or clubs to encourage teamwork and bonding.
Anytime kids are together in a group, Friendship Bingo can help break the ice and strengthen connections.
Adapting Friendship Bingo for Younger Students
For preschool and early elementary students, simplify the activity to make it more accessible. Instead of having children read and write in the boxes, the teacher or adult can read each square aloud and guide the group through finding matches together. You could also use picture icons for prompts (like a dog for “someone with a pet” or a soccer ball for “someone who plays a sport”) so non-readers can easily participate. Another option is to play in a circle, where children take turns answering questions as a group rather than walking around to collect signatures. This keeps the game fun and developmentally appropriate while still encouraging friendships and social interaction.
More Helpful Resources
If you are looking for additional ways to build social and friendship skills, check out these resources:
- Making Friends Social Stories
- Autism and Friendship Skills
- Free All About Me Worksheets
- Friendship Games for Preschool
