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St Patricks Day Crack the Code Secret Message Trivia Scavenger Hunt Morning Work
This St. Patrick’s Day Activity Bundle brings March learning to life with engaging critical thinking puzzles and interactive history exploration. Designed for elementary classrooms, these St. Patrick’s Day activities combine logic challenges and cultural learning to keep students engaged while building reading comprehension and problem-solving skills. Use these St. Patrick’s Day activities for morning work, literacy centers, early finisher activities, or holiday-themed lessons. Students can
3rd - 6th
European History, U.S. History, World History
Potential and Kinetic Energy Hidden Message Puzzle Crack the Code TEKS 6.8A
Explore and reinforce Potential and Kinetic Energy with this engaging hidden message activity! Help students build science literacy while deepening their understanding of Comparing energies of gravitational potential energy, elastic potential energy, chemical potential energy, and kinetic energy. Help students review important science concepts as they answer multiple-choice questions and use the correct answer letters to solve a secret code. This resource turns content review into an interac
6th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science
Also included in: Potential and Kinetic Energy Unit BUNDLE TEKS 6.8A
Intro to Binary - Code the Message!
💡 Intro to Binary – Code the Message! is a fun, hands-on worksheet designed for grades 9–12 computer science or STEM students learning the basics of binary code. Students will explore how computers use 1s and 0s to represent information, convert numbers between binary and decimal, and even encode secret messages using binary patterns! This printable packet includes: 🧠 Student-Friendly Lesson & Guided Practice 🔢 Interactive Activities (fill-in-the-blank, matching, and applied coding tasks
9th - 12th
Computer Science - Technology
CCSS
HSN-RN.B.3
, HSN-Q.A.1
, MP1
+2
Secret message code and symbol digital download
Given the increase in screen time during virtual learning, I wanted to develop a fun activity for visual focus, attention and engagement that does not require a screen, and can also exercise the eyes. This activity was inspired by the Navajo code talkers, though rather than using words in a different language to represent letters, it uses very simple symbols to represent each letter so that kids can write and decode secret messages. This is a digital download that you can print or use to copy a
K - 5th
English Language Arts, Writing
Also included in: Secret message decoding activity bundle
Coded Messages from The Revolutionary War
This is a fun activity to do during The Revolutionary War Unit. Students act like spies and code two messages that were sent during this war.
4th - 6th
Social Studies
Chester Nez and the Unbreakable Code Contrasting Messages
Students compare the messages Chester received as a child to those he receieved as an adult about the importance of his language.
4th - 5th
English Language Arts, Reading
World War 11: Secret Coded Radio Messages During World War II
Secret Coded Radio Messages During World War II Engage students with the fascinating world of secret spies, coded radio messages, and wartime intelligence during World War II! This detailed higher-level informational passage explores how secret communication systems helped Allied forces protect military plans, support resistance groups, and prepare for important operations like D-Day. Perfect for: 4th–8th Grade Reading & Social Studies STAAR/CMAT Test Prep World War II Units Informational T
4th - 8th
Informational Text, Other (Social Studies), Writing
CCSS
RI.4.10
, RI.5.10
, RI.6.10
+7
QR CODE HOLIDAY MESSAGES
Have your students create coded QR holiday messages. It is easy! The lessen even comes with a link to a video that will show your students how to easily make a QR codes. After they write their message and create their QR code and put it on the snowflake have the students cut out the snow flakes and put them up on a bulletin board for all to see their holiday messages. I also have them give a special holiday snowflake message to a friend, parent, or teacher.
The lesson comes with snow fla
6th - 11th
English Language Arts, For All Subjects, Instructional Technology
Valentines Day QR Coded Message
Create a unique Valentines Day message by creating a QR coded message and put it on a heart! This is an easy lesson that your kids will love.
What you get:
1. Rubric
2. Video link on how to create a Valentines QR code
3. Heart Template to put QR code on
6th - 12th
Instructional Technology
Binary code Holiday Secret Message Lab
Students will use two different colors of beads, pipe cleaners, and a binary code alphabet sheet to write a secret holiday message on an ornament.
Not Specific
Basic Principles
Transition Day Emoji Code Secret Message
A fun activity to let you new class that you're looking forward to have teach them next year. Create bonds before teaching < 3
3rd - 7th
Student message QR Codes
Want to send a message to you students? These QR codes make for a great way to get in touch with students at home. Give your students a pep talk or even read them a story! Directions for use are posted in the file.
Not Specific
Code Cracker BUNDLE / Escape Room BUNDLE
This exciting bundle includes four unique Code Cracker mysteries—each designed to engage your students with creative storylines and hands-on problem-solving activities. From festive fun to out-of-this-world challenges, this bundle is packed with opportunities to develop maths skills, critical thinking, and teamwork. Save 30% compared to buying each resource individually when you purchase this bundle!What is included?This bundle features 10 engaging Code Cracker resources: New Year: The Broken C
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Math, Other (Math)
Cuneiform and the Code of Hammurabi (Double Worksheet!)
This is an exciting double-worksheet for your students to complete while studying ancient Mesopotamia. The first section of the sheet has students write their names in Cuneiform and then a secret message to another friend in class. The friend then has to decode the message. The second part has students read excerpts from the Code of Hammurabi and then answer critical thinking questions about the Code. These can be split up or given as one assignment! *********************************************
4th - 12th
Ancient History, World History
QR Code Meet the Teacher Postcard
Surprise your students with an EXCITING way to share that you are their AMAZING teacher this year!! Students will scratch off the sticker to reveal a QR code, which they will scan! Mine is a short video clip of saying hello- This might include a fun fact about yourself, a read aloud, or a brief "tour" of your classroom and how it will look different this year!! EDITABLE postcards that you PERSONALIZE with your name, message, and picture!!! Boho rainbow, llamas, lemons, farmhouse, cactus, and co
K - 3rd
Classroom Community
Pregnancy Announcement- Hidden Message!
Share your exciting news with a secret message for your students to crack! Students will use the first letter of each word to find out your secret! Crack the code together whole group, on teams (how I played with my class!), or individually. There are three different messages to choose from- "I am having a baby" "I am having a baby girl" and "I am having a baby boy" and each of these messages can be shared virtually through google slides, or printed in color or black and white! Have fun & con
K - 3rd
For All Subjects
Slave Life, Slave Codes, and Slave Rebellions
The assignment contains 30 questions about the conditions of enslavement, slave codes, and slave rebellions. Students will use a kid-friendly website to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Great lesson to teach students about the lives of enslaved African Americans! *The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; however, please make sure it is password protected. Key Topics/Vocabulary:Slave Life Slave HomesOverseer D
5th - 8th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Also included in: 8th Grade American History Resources
Escape Room - No Code DIY - Excel
So ever searched TpT and haven't quite found the Activity you were looking for? Especially an Escape Room? Well look no further, this Zip file includes an Excel file and a pdf with instructions on how to create your very own Escape Room. There are 6 levels, each with 4 multiple choice questions and each has a lock to open and they are all colour coded. Not only do you input the questions/answers but you also can create the passcodes for the locks and the levels. The Excel file is already set
Not Specific
Code Cracker BUNDLE / Escape Room BUNDLE Grades 1-2
This bundle is packed with fun, curriculum-aligned challenges, these activities combine critical thinking, math fluency, and problem-solving skills in an engaging puzzle format. Whether you're looking for early finisher tasks, math rotations, or meaningful problem solving lessons, this bundle is your secret weapon for keeping young learners motivated and on task! Save 30% compared to buying each resource individually when you purchase this bundle!What is included?This bundle features 7 engaging
1st - 2nd
Fractions, Math, Other (Math)
Slave Codes, Black Codes, and Jim Crow Laws
The assignment contains 30 questions about the causes and effects of slave codes, black codes, and Jim Crow laws. Students will use kid-friendly websites to answer the questions. I have included an answer key. Please message me if you have any questions. *Great lesson plan! *Editable document*The document can be uploaded to your website or Google Drive; please make sure, however, that it is password protected. Topics: Causes and effects of slave codes Examples of slave codes Causes and effec
5th - 9th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Also included in: 8th Grade American History Resources
Code Breaking - A Veterans Day Activity
Involve your students in a celebration of Veteran’s Day by discussing the integral role of encoding and decoding messages in WWI (e.g. the Zimmermann telegram) and WWII (e.g. the Enigma code), and then challenging your students to decipher three diverse messages.
9th - 12th
Math, Social Studies
Create Your Own Code- Cipher Creation
Transform your classroom into a secret-agent training facility! This high-engagement, 45–60 Minute Cybersecurity Activity challenges students to step into the roles of cryptographers and security analysts. Instead of just memorizing definitions, students actively invent their own encryption keys, encrypt a secret message, challenge a peer to crack it, and present their findings! Perfect for Middle and High School Computer Science, STEM, CTE Information Technology pathways, or dedicated Cyberse
7th - 12th, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology
Winter Code Math Puzzle | Subtraction Within 20| Decode the Winter Message
✨ Revised & Improved Version💡 Helpful Teaching Tip This revised activity is now fully aligned and student-friendly. Students should solve all subtraction problems first, then use their answers to decode the winter mystery message step by step. ✔ All subtraction problems have been carefully corrected ✔ All answers are within 20 (age-appropriate & consistent) ✔ Each number now matches the correct letter accurately ✔ The decoded message works smoothly with no mismatches This ensures students
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
K.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.C.6
Read 180 Code Lesson PowerPoints 4-13
If you are teaching Read 180 Small Group Code Lessons this year, these PowerPoints are for you! The teacher manual is great, but it is very nice to have a visual aid to help you through the lesson as well as to have something to keep your student(s) engaged. You do still need to have your teacher manual close by, as I have not included everything from the lessons into the PowerPoints, but I have included what I have found to be the most helpful for my students. The following lessons are include
6th - 7th
Reading, Reading Strategies
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