Bio BingoA kid-friendly scavenger hunt encouraging young explorers to find trees, insects, tracks, clouds, birds, rocks, flowers, and more while exploring Montana’s outdoors.
Create a cheerful display in the library where kids and families can pick up bingo cards and start exploring right away.
Program Overview
Bio Bingo encourages kids and families to explore Montana’s natural world using themed bingo cards designed for discovery, observation, and fun.
Learning Outcomes
Encourage curiosity about nature and local ecosystems
Help kids identify local plants, animals, and natural features
Support observation, pattern recognition, and outdoor exploration skills
Encourage family engagement through shared outdoor activities
Audience
Kids, families, and young explorers of all ages.
Self‑paced discovery activity
Families explore outdoors at their own pace
Optional check‑in or sharing moments in the library
Preparation ChecklistBingo Cards Designed for Montana’s Seasons
Cards can include items kids are likely to see in Helena and the surrounding area. Items should be simple, visual, and discovery-oriented to make the game fun and accessible for all ages.
Something yellow in nature
Take it to the next levelCreate new cards every few months to reflect seasonal discoveries and encourage families to return again and again.
Kids with a bingo could receive a sticker when they return their card
Completed cards may be placed in a raffle jar for a monthly prize
