B-I-N-G-O Claps and Stomps
We sing the traditional "Bingo" and each round swap a letter for a clap, stomp or jump. It works on rhythm, focus and body percussion.
How to play
- Five kids hold up the B-I-N-G-O cards in front of the group (2 min).
- Sing the whole song, spelling along with the teacher (2 min).
- Round one: the B card flips over and we clap instead of saying it (3 min).
- Keep going until all letters are claps; then repeat with stomps or little jumps (3 min).
- Finish singing very softly, keeping just the rhythm with our bodies (2 min).
Rules
- When a letter is hidden, don't say it—clap!
- Listen so we all go together.
- Everyone gets to hold a card.
Variations
Easier
For 3-year-olds, claps only and the teacher points to each letter.
Standard
For 4-year-olds, claps, then stomps.
Harder
For 5-year-olds, each letter gets its own sound: clap, stomp, pat, snap, jump.
Adaptations
- Wheelchair users pat their legs or a table for the beats.
- For deaf or hard-of-hearing kids, the back of each card shows a hand picture for the clap.
- Autistic children can have the predictable role of holding a card.
Learning goals
- Keep a beat with body percussion.
- Replace words with body sounds.
- Learn a traditional English song.
Equipment for a class of 25
- Letter cards: 5
Teacher tip
Use big cards with a hand drawn on the back. Kids keep saying the letter—exaggerate the silence with a finger on your lips.
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