Reverse the Word Codes

 


These are probably the simplest codes to set - but that's not to say that they can't be confusing and a fun challenge for younger children. Get them started on code solving and writing with our reverse the word code printables. We've got a number for them to try solving, and then printables to help them write their own too.

All reverse the words code pages

All Reverse the Words Code Pages

This 4-page pdf file combines our 2 pages of "reverse the words" code challenges for the kids to solve, a page to help them set their own secret messages, and a solutions page.

Reverse the Words Code Challenge 1

Reverse the Words Code Challenge 1

Start the kids off on possibly our simplest code challenge. This page includes an explanation and an example, as well as three coded messages for them to attempt themselves.

Reverse the words code challenge 2

Reverse the Words Code Challenge 2

The kids can have a go at 4 more tricky "reverse the word code" challenges with this printable. All these coded messages are well known old sayings. It might be fun to discuss them with the kids once they have worked them out!

Write Your Own Reverse the Words Code

Write Your Own Reverse the Words Code

Once the kids have solved our reverse the word code challenges, the next step is to try setting a secret message of their own for their friends to solve. Here is just the printable to help with that!

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