Ready for an arrrr-some addition activity?! These color by code addition sheets make playful math centers, addition practice and early finisher activities.

Pirates of all ages will love adding from 1 to 12 as they crack the secret code. Snag your freebie below and then grab 15 Editable Math Fact Games your kids will beg to repeat!

Getting Ready

The prep for these addition sheets was as quick as it comes.

I grabbed a box of crayons and printed off the color by code sheets front to back to save paper.

Color by Code Addition Sheets

Big Brother (age 7) has his addition facts down pat, so he was excited for a little pirate-themed challenge.

Working on one problem at a time, he solved the addition fact and then colored the space to match the code.

For instance, since 1 + 1 = 2, he found two on the code and colored the spot red.

Tackling one problem after the next, Big Brother worked his way through the sheet.

Then, he flipped the page over and started coloring the pirate ship using a new code.  Meanwhile, I was coloring my own addition sheet!

The problems were a little more difficult – this time they reached 12 – but the process was the same. Add and color, add and color…

In conclusion, the addition activity was a fun way to practice facts – and no flashcards needed!

Grab Your Download

Click the blue download button below to grab your free color by code sheets and then grab 15 editable math fact games your kids will beg to repeat!