(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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Parent asks, “So… how’s lunch?”
Parent pulls out a folder of student work from home
Student’s sibling climbs under the table
Parent asks about class size or ratios
“They say they never have homework”
“They love math but hate writing” (or vice versa)
“We’ve noticed they’re very strong-willed”
Parent asks about standardized test prep
“We’re working on that at home too”
Parent asks if their child is gifted
Parent mentions sports schedule interfering with homework
“They read at home, but not when we ask them to”
“We just want them to be happy”
“We’re running a little behind schedule”
Parent mentions their school days for comparison
Parent shares a funny at-home quote from the student
“We’re trying to limit screen time…”
Tech glitch with Zoom / projector / printer
Parent apologizes for being late
Parent compliments your patience
PREP TIME
“We just want to know how they are socially”
“We just want to make sure they’re challenged enough”