Make CVC practice fun and hands-on with this FREE CVC Short A Bingo (Sample Set)! Students build phonics skills by identifying the missing short “a” vowel in CVC words (ct, mp, rn, etc.) with picture support. Perfect for Kindergarten, 1st grade, and ESL/ELL learners—great for literacy centers, small groups, and intervention.
Best for: early readers, phonics review, decodable word practice
What’s Included
- 5 printable bingo boards (Short A • CVC pattern with missing vowel)
- Picture calling cards for teacher- or student-led play
- Clear, kid-friendly images to support decoding
- Quick-start directions
How it works
Simple, low-prep gameplay
Choose a bingo board for each student. Use the included calling cards to say or show a word. Learners identify the missing short “a” vowel and cover the matching space on their boards. First to complete a row, column, or diagonal calls “BINGO!”
Why Teachers Love It
- Targets the short A vowel in a motivating game format
- Built-in picture support for emerging readers and ELLs
- Perfect for centers, small groups, RTI, or fast finishers
- Easy to differentiate—play whole class or in pairs
Extend the practice
Ready for more? Try the full set of short-vowel CVC activities to spiral practice across all vowels. Start with the CVC Word Bingo collection on Hot Chocolate Teachables
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