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Coded LEGO Building Challenge Cards (solve and build!)
Stimulate your students’ brains with this fun STEM activity— LEGO Building Challenge Cards. Using the provided Block Code, students will decode building prompts and then use LEGO bricks to complete challenges. ➡️ The building challenge cards are great for a center, early finishers who need something to do, or for a STEM station in the library. ➡️ This enriching activity is fantastic for boosting visual discrimination skills, creative thinking, and critical thinking. Here's what you'll get:
1st - 5th
Unplugged Coding for Fall Thanksgiving STEM Activity Binary Code and Mazes
Need a last minute unplugged coding activity for fall Thanksgiving? These leveled activities include binary coding puzzles plus unplugged directional coding with conditional statements! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ ✏️ Unplugged Coding ✏️ for fall includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges: Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice thro
2nd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology
Christmas Unplugged Directional & Binary Coding Computer Science STEM Activity
Unplugged coding and binary puzzles / coding that are perfect for a no tech day, early finishers, or Hour of Code week / Computer Science week! These all have a Christmas theme. ✅ Unplugged Coding ✅ 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges: Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through the maze.Challenging maze: Students follow th
2nd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology
Unplugged Coding St. Patrick's Day STEM Activity Computer Science Binary Puzzles
Need a last minute unplugged coding activity or STEM enrichment for St. Patrick's Day? These leveled activities include binary coding puzzles plus unplugged directional coding with conditional statements! 🍀 What You'll Get 🍀 Unplugged Coding for St. Patrick's Day includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges: Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code
2nd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Unplugged Coding for Winter Gingerbread Man Hour of Code Computer Science
Unplugged Coding with the Gingerbread Man includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges, perfect for Hour of Code, sub plans, or early finishers: Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through the maze.Challenging maze: Students follow the 4 rules with multiple steps and code the longest path they can through the maze, avoiding an
2nd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology
Encryption STEM | Create and Crack Secret Codes | Technology Units For K - 9Th
Encryption STEM | Create and Crack Secret Codes (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Introduce students to the exciting world of cybersecurity with this hands-on Encryption STEM activity! Learners explore how information can be turned into secret codes and why protecting data is important in a digital world. Students are guided to encode and decode messages using different methods, as outlined in the challenge on page 2, where they learn that encryption is used to keep information safe. ⭐ What Makes Thi
1st - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Robotics
Dyslexia Bookmark | Orton-Gillingham Coding Marks & Decoding Reference
Help students decode words independently with this Dyslexia Bookmark featuring Orton-Gillingham coding symbols and diacritical marks. Designed for Grades 1–5, this printable reading reference provides students with an easy-to-use decoding tool that supports phonics instruction, structured literacy, reading intervention, and dyslexia support. Students can quickly reference vowel markings, syllable division patterns, r-controlled vowels, schwa, and other common coding marks while reading and spell
2nd - 5th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Easter Crack the Code Printable Game Bundle for UFLI Lessons 1-34, 42, & 54-62
Crack the Code! | Easter Phonics Mystery BUNDLE for UFLI Lessons 1-34, and Make phonics practice egg-stra exciting this Easter with Crack the Code!✨ This engaging, no-prep activity transforms learning into a fun decoding challenge as students unlock mystery words using their phonics skills! What Skills Are Covered? Irregular/Heart Words – High-frequency words that break phonics rules CVC Words – Short vowel words for decoding and spelling practice FLSZ (Floss Rule) Words – Double fina
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
CCSS
RF.K.1
, RF.K.1a
, RF.K.3
+12
3rd Grade Math Pixel Art Mystery Game | Multiplication | Color by Code Printable
In this collaborative game, students solve a pixel-art mystery to decode a message from a friendly robot. There are seven half-pages with letters that come together to spell the phrase “Hug in a bowl.” The game is designed for groups of four students.This activity takes about 40 minutes.What’s included:Half-pages (US Letter) with pixel art color-by-code: ▪ 7 half-pages each revealing one or two letters that combine to make “Hug in a bowl” ▪ 3 additional half-pages to help you adjust timing f
3rd
Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS
3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.C.7
Valentine's Day GAME BUNDLE for CVC, CVCe, FLSZ, and Irregular/Heart Words
Crack the Code! and CUPID Card GamesResource #1Crack the Code: Valentine’s Day Phonics Mystery BUNDLEMake phonics practice exciting this Valentine’s Day with Crack the Code! This engaging, no-prep activity transforms learning into a fun decoding challenge as students unlock mystery words using their phonics skills! What Skills Are Covered?Irregular (Heart) Words – High-frequency words that break phonics rules CVC Words – Short vowel words for decoding and spelling practice FLSZ (Floss Rule) Wor
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Code Breakers: Inspirational Quotes
Your students will love cracking the code to reveal the mystery messages. Many of the quotes promote growth mindset and character building. This set of code breakers would be fantastic for: sharpening observation skillsboosting vocabularygrowth mindset discussionscharacter educationThese mystery messages could be used for: warm-ups (start your day on the right foot with positive words!) students who finish tests early an enrichment activity for those students who always finish their work early
3rd - 6th
Character Education
St. Patrick's Day GAME BUNDLE for UFLI CVC CVCe, FLSZ, and Irregular/Heart Words
☘️ St. Patrick’s Day Phonics Mystery BUNDLE: Crack the Code! and Leprechaun Card Games for Primary Centers for UFLI Scope and Sequence☘️ ☘️ Resource #1Crack the Code: St. Patrick’s Day Phonics Mystery BUNDLE Make phonics practice exciting this St. Patrick’s Day with Crack the Code! This engaging, no-prep activity turns learning into a fun decoding challenge as students unlock mystery words using their phonics skills! What Skills Are Covered?: Irregular/Heart Words – High-frequency words tha
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
CCSS
RF.K.1a
, RF.K.3
, RF.K.3a
+5
Coding Unplugged Emoji Binary Code Activity - Binary Code & Color Worksheets
Make coding fun, visual, and exciting with this Emoji Binary Code Activity! Students will love decoding secret messages and revealing hidden emoji pictures using Binary Code. This engaging resource turns coding into a playful learning experience where students decode, color, and discover! Perfect as a Coding Unplugged activity, students learn important computer science concepts without needing a computer—ideal for classrooms, centers, and early coding lessons. What’s Included This fun set of B
3rd - 8th
Coloring Pages, Computer Science - Technology, Instructional Technology
Parent Contact Log & To Do List Back to School
Parent Contact Log & To Do List helps me keep track of parent communication through text messages, email, and phone, so I added that type to my log. Also, by request, I added a place to circle whether it is a parent initiated or teacher initiated communication. Depending on your class, you may want to print a log for each student or just one for the class and notate it chronologically. Because I teach in a developmental preschool special education program, I print and store a Parent Contact Log
PreK - 3rd
For All Subjects
Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics with Activities & Scavenger Hunt
Looking for activities for your Ancient Egypt Unit? Treat the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic alphabet as a cryptogram code in this pack of research and learning questions! Useable as an independent activity pack or a scavenger hunt... A great escape room alternative for middle school. UPDATED December 2025 to include further instructions. First, students use the keys to decode the messages. The messages revealed are reflective tasks and questions, which students then respond to in the sp
3rd - 6th
Ancient History, English Language Arts, Other (World Language)
Also included in: Codebreaker Cryptogram Activity BUNDLE of Printable Puzzle Challenges
DIY Escape Room Puzzles & Escape Room Template: Pigpen, Caesar, Morse, & More
Bring mystery, problem-solving, and teamwork into your elementary and middle-school classroom with this engaging bundle of code-breaking activities! These ciphers are fun ways to send secret messages. In this activity, students will:Write their own name using the codes and give it to the teacher.Receive a randomly assigned name code from the teacher and decode it to find their matching partners (icebreaker).Work with their teams to solve fun and challenging secret messages.Practice creating the
3rd - 8th
Classroom Community, Creative Writing, Other (ELA)
Decipher a Secret Message STEM Activity for use with LEGO® or Building Bricks
Create a code using a different block or combination of blocks for each letter of the alphabet. After creating your own unique code, use that code to record a secret message on a flat piece. Ask a peer to decipher your secret message, using your code. We love trying out a fun STEAM activity in the classroom! This one can be used again and again as a soft start morning work activity, recess, or STEM Challenge! Included:Directions pages, coversheet, letter strips, planning pages, recording pages,
2nd - 5th
For All Subjects
Back to School I Brain Teasers/Puzzles I Gifted Learners
Back to School Brain Teasers/Puzzles! Challenge student thinking by solving a variety of back to school teasers. ✔️Print and use✔️Questions include : logic and reasoning, coded messages, number patterns, and math and problem solving✔️Can be used as whole class learning, small group work or independent work✔️Fun and engaging✔️Great for gifted learners
2nd - 5th
Other (Math)
Coding Unplugged Binary Code Bracelet Activity | Binary Code Worksheets
Combine coding, creativity, and confidence-building in one fun activity! This unique Binary Code Bracelet Activity allows students to create their own positive affirmation bracelets while learning how Binary Code works. Students will decode messages and turn them into wearable crafts—making coding both meaningful and memorable! This is a perfect Coding Unplugged activity, allowing students to explore coding concepts without using a computer. What’s Included This engaging set of Binary Code Wor
1st - 6th
Coloring Pages, Computer Science - Technology, Informational Text
Crack the Code Worksheets with Secret Fun Facts BUNDLE for 3rd 4th or 5th Grade
Are your students ready to crack the code? Do they LOVE solving secret codes, but they go through them so quickly it is hard to keep up? This bundle is here for you! There are 101 secret code puzzle worksheets to solve! Each deciphered message will teach a fun fact about the topic of the secret code. For example, a Morse code puzzle will teach a fact about Morse code. These are popular with gifted and talented programs, for fast finishers, or generally for any teacher who wants to teach critic
3rd - 5th
CCSS
CCRA.L.2
, MP6
Multiplication Crack the Code Worksheets | 1-Digit × 1-Digit
Make multiplication practice fun and engaging with these Crack the Code multiplication worksheets! This no-prep resource helps students practice 1-digit by 1-digit multiplication while solving secret messages through a fun decoding activity. Students solve each multiplication problem, match the answer to a letter, and crack the code to reveal the hidden message. Perfect for keeping students motivated while building multiplication fluency and problem-solving skills. ⭐ What’s Included✔️ 10 Cra
2nd - 3rd
Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.3
St. Patrick’s Day Multiplication Crack the Code Worksheets | 1-Digit × 1-Digit
Make multiplication practice fun and engaging with these St. Patrick’s Day Crack the Code multiplication worksheets! This no-prep resource helps students practice 1-digit by 1-digit multiplication while solving secret messages through a fun decoding activity. Students solve each multiplication problem, match the answer to a letter, and crack the code to reveal the hidden message. Perfect for keeping students motivated while building multiplication fluency and problem-solving skills. ⭐ What’s
2nd - 3rd
Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.3
St. Patrick’s Day Multiplication Crack the Code Worksheets | 2-Digit × 1-Digit
Make multiplication practice fun and engaging with these St. Patrick’s Day Crack the Code Multiplication Worksheets! This no-prep resource helps students practice 2-digit by 1-digit multiplication while solving secret messages through a fun decoding activity. Students solve each multiplication problem, match the answer to a letter, and crack the code to reveal a hidden message. Perfect for keeping students motivated while building multiplication fluency and problem-solving skills. ⭐ What’
2nd - 3rd
Other (Math)
Learn About the English Alphabet Secret Codes Worksheets for 2nd 3rd 4th Grades
Do you know which letter of the English alphabet is used the most often? Hint: there were eight of them in that first sentence! How about the letter used the least? Hint: It is not letter Q. These secret code worksheets have fun facts about the letters of the alphabet. A shifted alphabet code is used to solve the hidden message. Each worksheet has an interesting fact about the alphabet. There are 10 worksheets in total. Answer keys are included. Topics include: How many letters are in the alpha
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.L.2
, MP6
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