Low-Prep Valentine Bingo for Classroom Parties, Centers, and Sub Plans

Valentine’s Day classroom activities don’t have to be complicated—or messy.

Valentine Bingo is a favorite because it’s easy to prep, engaging for students, and flexible enough to work in any classroom setting. Whether you’re teaching whole group, running centers, planning a classroom party, or leaving sub plans, bingo is a simple way to keep students focused while having fun.

One of the biggest perks? Valentine Bingo works digitally or on paper, giving teachers options depending on their classroom setup and student needs.

Digital Valentine’s Day Bingo

Playing bingo on a device can be a fun switch-up from traditional paper boards. It can also be a great digital activity to assign in the case of a sub or lack of ability to print. Here is how to get ready to play:

How to Prepare

1. Check technology

• Students will need 1:1 devices.
• Students should know how to drag and drop objects in Google Slides.
• Even if they’ve done this before, a quick mini-lesson is helpful.
• (Optional) Use the included video to model how to set up the bingo board.

2. Choose how students will access the boards

• Decide whether:
  • each student will open their own copy of the bingo board, or
  • all students will work in one shared Google Slides file
• Both options are included—choose what works best for your class.

3. Have students create their bingo boards

• Once the slide is open, students will:
  • arrange 24 images on their board in any order
• Tip: Set a timer so students don’t spend too long arranging images.
• This step can also be done:
  • earlier in the day
  • the day before
  • or as homework

4. Get ready to play

• Students will use the bingo markers (circles) to mark their spaces.
• Display the ready-to-use spinner on your screen.

Get Playing!

Play the game

• Spin the spinner and call out the image.
• Students place a marker on the matching space.
• Remind students not to move images on their board during the game.
• (Tip: A shared Google Slides file makes it easy to monitor this.)

Continue until Bingo!

• Keep spinning until a student calls Bingo.
• Remove images from the spinner as they’re called to avoid repeats.
• Enjoy the built-in sound effects—they’re always a hit!

Download Digital Valentine’s Day Bingo Here

Traditional Bingo

More a fan of the traditional bingo game? I’ve got you covered! This bingo option includes 30 ready-to-play boards for a print-and-go experience. Or, if you want your students to get some extra cutting and pasting practice, you can create your own board!

To prepare, simply:

• print the bingo cards
• pass out counters, cubes, or even better–candy–to cover spaces
• choose a calling method (spinner, cards, or teacher call-outs)

Students mark their boards as images are called, and play continues until someone calls Bingo!

This option is especially helpful when:

• devices aren’t available
• you want a low-prep party activity
• you need an easy plan that works with a substitute

Check out Valentine’s Day Bingo Boards here

Valentine Bingo is one of those activities that just works. It’s easy to prep, keeps students engaged, and gives you the flexibility to choose digital or print based on what your classroom needs that day.

Whether you’re planning a classroom party, running centers, filling time before dismissal, or leaving sub plans, bingo is a reliable go-to that feels fun for students and stress-free for teachers.

If you’re looking for a Valentine activity that’s festive without being chaotic, this is one you’ll reach for year after year.

Looking for more February Fun?

• Check out this unique Valentine’s Day Party Idea
• or these 5 fun, low prep activities for February