Busy Bee Worksheets - Math & Literacy Activities for 1st Grade

Buzz into learning with these 13 Bee-Themed Worksheets that make math and literacy skills irresistible! Perfect for 1st grade (and advanced K or struggling 2nd graders), this no-prep pack combines science, spelling, and arithmetic through adorable bee activities that keep students engaged while learning essential skills.

Key Features:

✔ Cross-Curricular Magic – Covers math (odd/even numbers), literacy (spelling, rhyming), and science (bee life cycle)

✔ Differentiation Ready – Includes 3 difficulty levels (easy, medium, challenge)

✔ Multiple Activity Types – Color-by-number, tracing, word searches, and cut/paste

✔ Instant Engagement – Cute bee graphics make learning feel like play

✔ Flexible Use – Perfect for centers, homework, or sub plans

What’s Included?

🐝 Math Activities:

Bee Color-by-Number (addition/subtraction)

Odd & Even Hive Sorting

Honeycomb Number Patterns

🐝 Literacy Activities:

1st Grade Spelling Bee Word List & Practice

Rhyming Words with Bees

"All About Bees" Mini-Book (Trace & Read)

🐝 Bonus Extras:

Bee Life Cycle Cut & Paste

Mandala Coloring Pages (Fine Motor Practice)

"Save the Bees" Fact Sheet

Perfect For:

✅ Science Integration – Pair with a bee unit or Earth Day lessons

✅ Morning Work – Calm, focused start to the day

✅ Literacy Centers – Independent spelling/reading practice

✅ Homework Packets – Fun review that parents will love too!

"My students were buzzing with excitement!" – Happy Teacher Review

Product Details:

Grade Level: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd

Categories: Math, Science, Spring

Resource Type: Worksheets, Printables, Centers