A Closer Look

Worksheet Description

The Picture Titles worksheet is a cryptographic puzzle where each letter in the title of the depicted image has been replaced with a unique symbol. Participants are provided with a decoding chart that includes the entire alphabet matched against symbols, and some letters in the title—’A’ and ‘I’—are already revealed as part of the puzzle. The task for the students is to use these given letters and their knowledge of English word patterns to decode the rest of the symbols and uncover the title of the image, which appears to be a pixelated form of art.

This worksheet is designed to enhance students’ problem-solving and logical reasoning skills through the process of decryption. It encourages them to engage in pattern recognition, drawing on their understanding of language and frequency of letter usage to solve the puzzle. Additionally, this task aids in reinforcing their spelling and vocabulary knowledge. By completing this activity, students not only learn about the basics of ciphers and encryption but also gain a greater appreciation for the connection between visual art and language.