History Secret Codes

6 free printable history secret codes for kids. Crack a picture code, a letter swap or a real cryptogram to read a joke, a riddle or a fun fact.

Easy

Pirate Picture Code: Pirate Cards
Why couldn't the pirate play cards? Use the picture key to decode the answer.
Picture Code · 14 lettersPrint
Pirate Picture Code: X Marks It
In pirate stories, an X on the map shows where I am buried. What am I? Use the picture key to decode the answer.
Picture Code · 8 lettersPrint

Challenge

Pirate Secret Code: Pirate Letter
What is a pirate's favorite letter? Use the letter key to decode the answer.
Secret Code · 22 lettersPrint
Pirate Secret Code: Jolly Roger
What is the Jolly Roger? Use the letter key to decode the answer.
Secret Code · 36 lettersPrint

Expert

Pirate Cryptogram: Walk the Plank
Did pirates really make people walk the plank? Crack the code with 2 letters given.
Cryptogram · 90 lettersPrint
Pirate Cryptogram: Real Blackbeard
Was Blackbeard a real pirate? Crack the code with 2 letters given.
Cryptogram · 80 lettersPrint

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