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These bingo cards present 30 key terms for reading-comprehension strategies in Grades 4–6. The word list covers skimming and scanning techniques—headings, keywords, captions—alongside summarizing skills like main idea, key points, and paraphrasing. Use them to review comprehension vocabulary during a reading unit, or adapt them for fluency-building or test-prep activities.

Subject:
English / Language Arts
Topic:
Reading
Grade Level:
4th – 6th Grades
Updated February 2026

Word List

  • Skimming
  • Main Idea
  • Headings
  • Subheadings
  • Title
  • Introduction
  • Conclusion
  • Overview
  • First Sentence
  • Big Picture
  • Scanning
  • Keyword
  • Specific Detail
  • Date
  • Number
  • Name
  • Bold Words
  • Caption
  • Chart
  • Fact
  • Summarize
  • Summary
  • Key Points
  • Important Information
  • Paraphrase
  • Shortened Version
  • Beginning–Middle–End
  • Supporting Details
  • Central Message
  • In Your Own Words

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Print a class set of unique bingo cards for classroom games, review sessions, or parties. Click 'Open These Bingo Cards' to choose how many cards to generate and customize the word list.

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