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What's on the worksheet
Color by the code. Look at the number in each square.
Count the colors you used. Write the number:
Skills practiced
A striped party hat with a pom-pom on top and confetti all around is hidden in this New Year's color by number. Your child reads each number from 1 to 9, finds its color in the code, and colors the square. The stripes repeat red and blue, so as the hat appears your child also notices a pattern, a nice bonus. Reading numerals quickly and matching them to a key is a core kindergarten skill, and a festive picture keeps the practice fun during the busy holiday weeks.
Common Core K.CC.A.3: Writing numerals up to 20 and matching them to small groups
Read the color key at the top together: which color goes with each number or letter.
Your child solves the problem, counts the dots, or reads the letter in each square and colors it the matching color.
Squares marked leave white stay white.
The picture that appears shows right away if the work is correct.
Tips for parents and teachers
Point out the confetti squares before your child starts: they are scattered around the hat and easy to miss. Coloring one number at a time, all the reds, then all the blues, helps your child see the stripes take shape. If two stripes come out the same color, compare the numbers in those rows with the code. Talk about how your family celebrates the new year while you color.
Make it easier or harder
Easier: Color the yellow brim and pom-pom together first, then let your child finish the stripes. You can also say each number aloud as your child colors.
Harder: Ask your child to describe the stripe pattern in words, then count the confetti squares of each color and write the totals.
What age is "New Year Party Hat Color by Number" for?
It is made for Kindergarten (ages 5-6). The level is ★ easy, so it works well as a first practice page.
How long does it take?
About 20 minutes. Young children can do it in two short sittings with a break in between.
Where is the answer key?
On the second page of the PDF and on this page under Show the answer key. To print for a whole class, print only the first page of the PDF.
Which standard does it practice?
Common Core K.CC.A.3 (writing numerals up to 20 and matching them to small groups).
Can I use it in my classroom?
Yes. Print as many copies as you need for your own children or students. Please do not resell it or upload it to other websites.
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