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Picture algebra puzzles for 8–10 year olds

12 free printable picture algebra chosen for 8–10 year olds (Class 3 to 5 (Year 3–5, grades 3–5)), easiest first, each with an answer key. Print the whole set, or open any one to play it on screen.

Brave Picture Sums #1: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Brave Picture Sums #1Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Cosmic Picture Sums #21: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Cosmic Picture Sums #21Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Mighty Picture Sums #41: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Mighty Picture Sums #41Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Brave Picture Sums #61: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Brave Picture Sums #61Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Super Picture Sums #81: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Super Picture Sums #81Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Quick Picture Sums #101: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Quick Picture Sums #101Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Bright Picture Sums #121: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Bright Picture Sums #121Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Super Picture Sums #141: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 4, ages 8–10
Super Picture Sums #141Level 4 · about 15 minPlay or print · Answer
Bright Picture Sums #1: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 5, ages 8–10
Bright Picture Sums #1Level 5 · about 20 minPlay or print · Answer
Lucky Picture Sums #37: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 5, ages 8–10
Lucky Picture Sums #37Level 5 · about 20 minPlay or print · Answer
Rocket Picture Sums #73: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 5, ages 8–10
Rocket Picture Sums #73Level 5 · about 20 minPlay or print · Answer
Sunny Picture Sums #109: printable picture algebra puzzle, level 5, ages 8–10
Sunny Picture Sums #109Level 5 · about 20 minPlay or print · Answer

How to help a 8–10 year old with picture algebra

Each picture stands for a number. Children use one line to find one picture, then use it to find the next. It is algebra without letters, and young children love it. At this age they mainly build early algebra and logical deduction.

Bigger numbers and more pictures need careful order. Ask your child to check every line with their answers at the end.

Ten minutes a day is plenty. Stop while it is still fun, and praise the effort (“you kept going after that dead end”) more than the speed.

Questions parents ask

Is picture algebra too hard for young children?

No. The pictures make unknown numbers feel like a game, and Level 1 needs only small additions.

What are these sometimes called?

Picture sums, picture equations or emoji maths puzzles.

Are answers included?

Yes, every puzzle has an answer key.

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