All Across The Water

Worksheet Description

The Picture Titles worksheet presented is a cryptogram puzzle where the title of an artwork has been encrypted. Each letter in the title is substituted with a different letter or symbol, and the letter ‘A’ has been given as a clue in several places within the puzzle. The challenge for students is to decipher the rest of the title using these clues by matching the symbols with the correct letters, based on the frequency and common usage of letters in the English language.

This worksheet aims to teach students decryption and problem-solving skills by having them engage in a substitution cipher. It enhances critical thinking as students must identify patterns and use logical deduction to solve the puzzle. Additionally, the worksheet serves as an exercise in spelling and vocabulary reinforcement, as students must recognize and form correct English words from the cipher. The task also subtly introduces students to the concept of encryption and the basics of cryptographic communication.