This Action Verb Bingo game with flashcards is a fun and interactive way for students to practice present tense verbs in ESL, ELL, and EFL classrooms. Designed to build both listening and speaking skills, this activity makes verb practice engaging while reinforcing essential vocabulary. Teachers love how easy it is to prepare—simply print, laminate, and use year after year for reliable classroom fun.
How to Play
To win Bingo, students must cover four verbs in a row and read them back. Depending on their proficiency level, they can either say the verb alone or form a complete sentence using the correct subject and verb. This flexibility makes the game perfect for beginners through more advanced learners. Teachers can also adapt the game for small groups, whole-class lessons, or even literacy centers.
What’s Included
- 30 unique Bingo cards
- Teacher calling cards for all 24 verbs (with image and word)
- Flashcards featuring all verbs for extra practice
Why Teachers Love This Resource
- Encourages active learning and participation
- Supports speaking fluency and vocabulary retention
- Low-prep and easy to reuse every school year
- Works for ESL, EFL, and elementary classrooms
Pair It With
For even more action verb practice, pair this resource with the Present Continuous Picture Prompts . Together, they provide engaging opportunities to practice verbs in both present simple and present continuous forms, helping learners make grammar connections while boosting fluency.
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Action Verbs Bingo Game – Classroom Present Tense Verb Activity & Flashcards