Cross Out

Cross Out is a simple game that takes very little material and gets students involved. Students make the game board in pairs and then play using the board they created. The goal is simply to cross out the word or drawing that the teacher defines, spells, or describes. The student in the pair who crosses out the most wins.

Preparation

Select the words to be reviewed (colors, verbs, clothing, animals, food, professions, etc.).

When to Use It

• To review vocabulary • To add a tactile element to learning • To add competition and time pressure • To recognize words

Level

Skills

Procedure

1. Put students in pairs and have them share one sheet of paper. 2. Call out the words to review and instruct students to write them on their game board. They can write the words anywhere they’d like on the board (sideways, upside down, etc.). 3. After all words are dictated and written down, start play by focusing on one word at a time. Students are to compete to find the word first and cross it out. 4. Mix up the game by varying the following: a. Saying the word b. Spelling the word c. Defining the word d. Spelling the word backwards e. Giving the translation

Practice

Materials

Paper

Preparation Time

A few minutes to go over rules

Activity Time

5–10 minutes

Variations

1. Have each student design a game board and then switch cards during game time. 2. Invite students to give the clues.