(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.
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Validating your fears and saying I’m here for you no matter what
Helping you explore your worries by asking questions like what’s the worst thing you think could happen
Using a supportive tone like we’ll get through this together
Staying calm and patient when you’re upset instead of getting angry
How are you feeling I’ve noticed some changes lately
Sitting down to ask what’s been going on at school
Teachers or counselors checking in with you regularly
Talking with you about how you’re sleeping and eating without criticism
Encouraging you to spend time with friends or supportive people
Normalizing therapy to make you feel comfortable with it
Collaborating with you to create a coping plan
It sounds like that’s really bothering you
Collaborating with your school to ensure you’re supported
Bringing you to a pediatrician for mental health support
Asking what can I do to make things easier for you right now
Following up regularly to check how you’re feeling
Listening without interrupting or dismissing
Scheduling enjoyable activities together
Talking to other parents for advice and emotional support
Suggesting therapy as a helpful tool not as a punishment
Encouraging a healthy balance of screen time and activities like family walks or yoga
Saying you don’t have to do this alone I’m here to help
Introducing calming apps or relaxation techniques
Acknowledging your feelings instead of saying it’s not that bad
Encouraging resilience and reminding you of your strengths
