Pigpen Cipher Puzzle

Download this free Pigpen Cipher printable puzzle for kids! Decode the symbols to reveal a hidden message and solve your scavenger hunt clue. Perfect for birthday parties and educational fun.

Make your scavenger hunt even more exciting with our Pigpen Cipher Puzzle Printable! This mysterious-looking symbol code is a kid-friendly way to introduce cryptography while guiding them to their next clue. The Pigpen cipher is a visual substitution code that uses shapes instead of letters — perfect for little detectives or treasure hunters. Whether you're planning a birthday party, school activity, or just want to spice up your backyard hunt, this printable will add fun and brainpower to the adventure.

How to Use the Pigpen Cipher Puzzle

  1. Print the puzzle set, which includes a symbol-coded message and the Pigpen cipher key.

  2. Match each symbol in the coded message to the corresponding letter using the cipher chart.

  3. Write down the decoded letters to slowly reveal each word of the hidden message.

  4. Read the full sentence once all symbols are decoded — it’s your next scavenger hunt clue!

  5. Head off to the location the puzzle points to and continue your adventure.

The Pigpen cipher looks tricky at first, but once kids get the hang of the pattern, it becomes an addictive and rewarding challenge. Best suited for ages 8+.

Pigpen Cipher
Pigpen Cipher
Pigpen Message
Pigpen Message
an abstract photo of a curved building with a blue sky in the background

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PigPen Solution
PigPen Solution