Summer Vocabulary Memory Game - 24 Picture Cards - Matching Activity

Make learning fun this season with the Summer Vocabulary Memory Game! This printable ESL and preschool matching activity is designed to help students practice summer-themed vocabulary, memory, and focus skills. With bright, colorful illustrations of familiar summer words, this activity is perfect for classrooms, homeschooling, summer programs, and ESL/ELL learners.

What’s Included:

• 1 printable sheet featuring 24 summer vocabulary picture cards (print 2 of each for matching)
• Clear and simple instructions for printing and cutting
• Double-sided card backs with a playful polka dot design for durability

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Builds Seasonal Vocabulary: Reinforces common summer words in a fun, interactive way.
• Engaging & Educational: Helps improve memory, focus, and word recognition skills.
• Low Prep: Print, cut, and play—ideal for busy teachers and parents.
• Reusable: Print on card stock or laminate for long-term classroom use.

How to Play:

1. Print two copies of the summer vocabulary sheet.
2. Cut out the cards along the dotted lines.
3. Mix and place the cards face down in a grid.
4. Players take turns flipping two cards at a time to find matching pairs. The player with the most pairs wins!

Perfect For:

• Preschool & Kindergarten learners
• ESL & ELL newcomers building vocabulary
• Summer school, camps, or after-school programs
• Centers, quiet time, and early finisher activities

Also available on TPT:

Summer Vocabulary Memory Game – 24 Picture Cards

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