What is Giving Extra bingo?
Giving Extra is a printable bingo card celebrating acts of kindness and initiative in school settings — tracking moments like Stayed Late, Offered Help, and Shared Supplies. Players mark squares when they witness or perform these generous behaviors, turning everyday consideration into a recognition game that reinforces positive classroom culture and teamwork.
How do teachers use Giving Extra bingo in classrooms?
Teachers use Giving Extra bingo to spotlight prosocial behavior by having students mark squares when they observe peers performing actions like Gave Advice or Pitched In. The card turns abstract character education into concrete recognition, encouraging students to notice and replicate helpful behaviors while building a supportive classroom environment through friendly competition.
Can Giving Extra bingo work for staff professional development?
Giving Extra bingo works well for staff teams tracking collaborative habits like Followed Up, Anticipated Need, and Volunteered Time during meetings or projects. Administrators print cards for faculty to mark when colleagues demonstrate initiative, creating a lighthearted framework that acknowledges extra effort and strengthens workplace culture beyond formal evaluations.