Looking for a quick and fun twist in your scavenger hunt? Try our Reverse Code Puzzle Printable, where kids must use mirror-reading skills to decipher a hidden message. This brain-teasing activity features letters written backwards — challenging young minds to slow down, focus, and decode each clue. Perfect for birthdays, school fun days, or at-home hunts, this printable adds mystery and excitement while boosting observation and decoding skills. All you need is a printed sheet and a keen eye!

How to Use the Reverse Code Puzzle

1. Print the puzzle sheet, which includes a message written using reversed letters.

2. Decode each letter by imagining (or holding up) the puzzle in front of a mirror, or mentally flipping the letters from right to left.

3. Write down the correctly oriented letters to reconstruct the original message.

4. Read the full message once decoded — it reveals your next scavenger hunt location or clue.

5. Continue the hunt! Head to the destination mentioned in the message and keep the adventure going.
   

This simple but effective puzzle is great for all ages and makes a perfect low-prep addition to any scavenger hunt.

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