Alien Addition Mystery Coloring

Hereu2019s our mystery version of this fun puzzle. Practice math while you color with this fun math 2nd Grade coloring page. Use the key at the bottom of the page, solve the problems in the squares, and color the squares using the key.

Alien Addition Mystery Coloring answer key — Answer Key

Grades 1-3
Addition facts
PDF + Answer Key
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How it works

Each square in the grid holds an addition problem. Students find the sum, look up that answer on the color key, and color the square to match.

About this Alien addition coloring page

Looking for a fun way to practice addition? On this Alien coloring page, every square holds one of the addition facts, and every correct answer points to the right color.

How to use it

Print the page and have students solve and color at their desks. It works well as a math center, an early-finisher task, a sub-plan activity, or homework.

Skills and standards

This page supports addition fact fluency. It lines up with Common Core standard 1.OA.C.6 and 2.NBT.B.5 (add within 20 and within 100). It is typically used with students in grades 1-3.

Teacher tip

Let students keep a number line or ten frame nearby for sums they cannot yet do mentally.

Frequently asked questions

What grade is this page for?
It is designed for grades 1-3, and it also works for any student practicing addition fact fluency. Younger students can do it with support, and older students can use it as a quick review.

Is there an answer key?
Yes. Use the Answer Key button above to open the finished picture. The completed picture is also its own check: if it looks right, the work was done correctly.

Can students do this at home?
Yes. The page prints on regular paper, so it works for homework, homeschool lessons, or summer practice.