Add a burst of fun to your probability unit with Snap! Probability Edition – a hands-on card game designed to help students connect real-world scenarios with key chance vocabulary. With 40 illustrated scenario cards and multiple vocabulary card templates included, this resource makes it easy to explore chance language through play. Whether you're reinforcing probability terms like “certain” and “impossible” or building connections between visuals and vocabulary, this game will quickly become a classroom favourite.

Snap! Probability Edition offers maximum flexibility. Students can play a traditional game of snap by matching picture and word cards, or use the cards for memory, sorting, group games or even independent practice. With multiple gameplay options and open-ended use, it’s perfect for maths centres, small group work, early finishers, or whole-class games that reinforce key learning outcomes in a fun and interactive way.

This resource includes 40 full-colour picture cards representing a wide variety of everyday chance scenarios – from flipping a coin to picking a coloured lolly from a jar. The matching vocabulary cards cover common probability terms such as “certain,” “likely,” “unlikely,” “even chance,” and “impossible.” Print and cut as many vocabulary cards as needed depending on your group size or the game format you choose. The open-ended design allows students to make multiple matches and reason through why certain words align with each scenario.

Use this resource as a standalone game or integrate it into a broader probability unit. Laminate the cards for durability and reuse, or provide them as part of a station rotation where students can sort, match or explain the connections between images and chance language. By combining visuals with discussion and play, you’ll help your students build a deep understanding of probability concepts while enjoying meaningful, low-prep learning.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Recognise and apply chance vocabulary in real-life scenarios
• ✅ Match vocabulary terms with visual representations of probability
• ✅ Develop reasoning and discussion skills through gameplay
• ✅ Reinforce understanding of likelihood and fairness in events
• ✅ Support oral language development and vocabulary retention

What’s Included:

• 40 printable picture scenario cards representing a range of probability events
• 2 pages of printable chance vocabulary cards (duplicate or print extras as needed)
• Suggested game formats including snap, memory and matching games
• Open-ended design suitable for custom games and classroom adaptations

Materials Needed:

• Printed and cut scenario and vocabulary cards
• Laminator (optional) for added durability
• Zip lock bags or containers for easy storage and classroom access

How to Use:

1. Introduce or review key probability terms with your students.
2. Distribute a shuffled deck of picture and vocabulary cards to pairs or small groups.
3. Play a game of snap, memory, or simple matching by identifying which term applies to which scenario.
4. Encourage students to justify their matches and explain the likelihood represented in each image.
5. Use as an ongoing maths station, extension task or informal assessment tool.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Add to your probability maths rotations for hands-on practice
• 💡 Use for pair-based collaborative learning or as a small group challenge
• 💡 Turn into a whole-class quiz game using a whiteboard for group voting
• 💡 Create challenge rounds where students must match and explain their reasoning aloud
• 💡 Encourage students to create their own cards based on new chance scenarios

Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Store cards in labelled pouches for easy year-round access
• 💛 Use differentiated vocabulary sets for different ability levels
• 💛 Encourage students to sort cards into categories: likely vs. unlikely, fair vs. unfair
• 💛 Display key chance vocabulary during the game for visual support
• 💛 Use as a formative assessment tool by observing student reasoning during play

Snap! Probability Edition is the perfect combination of skill-building and fun – helping students develop a strong understanding of probability through play, discussion and strategic thinking!