Free Halloween Cryptograms

If your kids love a good puzzle challenge, these free Halloween cryptograms are perfect for them! Cryptograms are secret codes where each letter of the alphabet is substituted with another. Kids must crack the code to uncover the hidden Halloween jokes and riddles. These printable cryptograms add a fun twist to classic holiday activities and keep children engaged while boosting problem-solving skills.

How to Complete the Halloween Cryptograms

Solving cryptograms may look tricky at first, but with a few tips, kids will quickly get the hang of it:

• Each letter in the puzzle stands for a different letter.
• Look for common short words like “A,” “I,” or “THE” to get started.
• Fill in letters you’ve figured out across the puzzle.
• Keep decoding until the full Halloween riddle is revealed!

Each page of this free printable includes a Halloween-themed question and its coded answer—but you’ll need to solve the puzzle to discover what it says!

When to Use These Puzzles

Halloween cryptograms can be used in so many ways:

• During a classroom Halloween party as a quiet activity.
• At home as an after-school brain teaser.
• As part of a family game night in October.
• On road trips or while waiting for trick-or-treat night to begin.
• As an add-on to holiday activity packets, alongside coloring pages or word searches.

Benefits of the Halloween Cryptograms

These puzzles aren’t just for fun—they provide real learning benefits too:

• Critical thinking – Kids must analyze letter patterns and make logical guesses.
• Vocabulary and spelling – By decoding words, children practice language skills.
• Persistence – Puzzles encourage kids to stick with a challenge until they succeed.
• Screen-free entertainment – A refreshing option that keeps kids engaged without technology.

More Halloween Fun

Looking for more activities to pair with these cryptograms? Check out these other free printables from Growing Play:

• Free Printable Halloween Placemats
• Color by Numbers Halloween Worksheets
• Halloween Find and Solve
• Reverse Halloween Word Search