Fall Math Activity for First and Second Grade

Fall is such a fun time in the classroom. The weather is changing, students are full of energy, and you’re always looking for ways to keep learning fresh and exciting. If you’ve been searching for something easy to set up but still meaningful, this Fall Math Activity is just what you need.

It gives your students a chance to practice addition and subtraction within 20 while having fun with a fall theme. It’s the perfect mix of math and mystery that keeps them engaged and thinking.

Why Try a Fall Math Activity?

When the season changes, students love seeing that reflected in their work. Fall themes always bring a little extra excitement to the classroom. Using a fall math activity is a simple way to grab their attention and make review time more enjoyable.

This one isn’t just about solving math facts, it’s about cracking a secret code! Your students will solve each math problem to uncover letters that reveal fun fall facts. It turns regular math review into a mini mystery that your class will LOVE!

What’s Inside the Crack the Code Math Fun

These no-prep printables are designed to make your life easier. All you have to do is print and hand them out—no cutting, laminating, or prep needed.

Here’s what you’ll get:

5 pages of fall fun fact code breaker
Answer key for quick checking

Students solve addition and subtraction problems within 20. Each answer matches a letter, and once they finish, a fall fun fact appears!

Easy Ways to Use This Fall Math Activity

There are lots of simple ways to use this activity throughout your day:

Morning Work: A calm and focused start to the day. Students can quietly solve problems while you take attendance or get things ready.
Math Review: Use it to practice addition and subtraction facts in a fun, low-stress way.
Early Finishers: Keep fast workers engaged with something meaningful that still feels like a game.
Brain Breaks: Give students a quick mental reset while keeping their minds active.
Before or After Fall Break: A perfect way to ease back into learning or keep skills sharp before vacation.

Why Teachers Love It

Print and Go: No prep needed—just print and you’re ready to teach.
Fun for Students: Combines math and mystery, keeping students engaged and motivated.
Reusable Every Year: A timeless fall activity you can pull out again and again.
Perfect for Review: Helps students practice addition and subtraction facts in an enjoyable way.
Flexible Use: Works well in first and second grade classrooms or homeschool settings.
Fits Any Schedule: Great for quick math reviews, morning work, or a light fall-themed lesson.

Make Math Practice Fun This Fall

Keep your students learning and smiling all season long with an activity that’s easy for you and exciting for them. This Fall Math Activity makes reviewing addition and subtraction within 20 something your students will actually look forward to. It’s no prep, full of fall fun, and ready to print whenever you need it.