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Get code cracking with our resources that develop pupil’s computational thinking skills!
Let's get cracking!
Built by teachers using the latest research in pedagogy, Code Cracking is Barefoot’s adventure into the exciting history of World War Two coding through code cracking, researching and filmmaking. Created for pupils aged 9-11, Code Cracking brings problem-solving skills to life through the power of logical thinking, creativity and teamwork.
Code Cracking is made up of six ‘top secret lessons’ that help pupils to think, work together and have fun. As with everything Barefoot, Code Cracking comes complete with a suite of materials that help teachers and pupils fully engage with this intriguing resource toolkit. We also have some great prizes to win, so read on to get started with Code Cracking!
Here is our Code Cracking animation. Take a step back in time with your pupils to learn more about this fantastic campaign and set the scene for your class.
Digital Revolution from IV on Vimeo.
Am I invited?
Are you a primary teacher in the UK? Then YES! You just need to make sure you register for FREE with Barefoot, if you have not done so already. You can then benefit from the FREE resources on offer and you can enter the Code Cracking Cup competition.
Request a FREE workshop
Our Computational Thinking workshops are accessible to primary teachers and provide the perfect introduction to Barefoot. Offering the opportunity to explore a selection of resources, designed for your classroom and for you, available on the Barefoot website. Barefoot workshops are delivered in schools across the UK. Our fantastic team of trained volunteers will make translating the Barefoot resources straight into your classroom easy and stress-free whatever your starting point.*
* Please note the Computational Thinking workshop is not about using the Code Cracking resource/competing in the competition.
As part of the Code Cracking campaign, we have created limited edition Code Cracking classroom bundles to give away to the first 150 schools who request a workshop. These are designed to support your pupils in these exciting lessons which will include:
Top secret folder Code Cracking ID cards for 30 pupils Colourful A2 posters which will get your pupils excited about Code Cracking and the Code Cracking Cup Bunting to dress your classroom Code Cracking pencils and stamp
Please use the code CUP in the campaign code box when you request your workshop to be in with a chance to receive one.
Win prizes
During the campaign, you and your pupils can enter the Code Cracking Cup - a competition for all UK primary schools – in which you submit your entry form, storyboard and movie plan into the evidence folder on this page, to be eligible to WIN a VIP trip to Bletchley Park and a winner’s trophy! This prize comprises of 50 tickets (for pupils and staff) and £500 towards travel, to experience a day like no other at the once top secret home of code cracking. Entries to the competition close on 9th December 2019 with the winner being announced on the 18th December.
For more details about this fantastic prize, please see our Terms and Conditions section at the bottom of the page.
If you update us on your pupil’s progress, share your experiences or ‘Tag a Teacher’ via our social media channels, you could also be in with a chance of winning one of the following prizes:
A pair of tickets to Bletchley Park Code Cracking classroom bundles Barefoot goodies
Follow us on Twitter and Facebook and look out for updates!
If you downloaded the Code Cracking resources before 16 September we’ll automatically enter you into an early bird prize draw for a pair of Bletchley Park tickets and of course you can still enter the Code Cracking Cup.
Simply download the Code Cracking resources by clicking here.
Be sure to review the resource overview. It tells you everything you need to know and includes a summary of the full unit of work, cross curricular links and details on the lesson structure.
The Code Cracking Cup competition is based on lesson three, which is an unplugged lesson so anyone can take part. Download the competition forms and complete the lesson. Choose the storyboard you would like to represent your class in the competition as it is one entry per teacher, per class. Then submit this along with a completed entry form and supporting movie plan to the top secret evidence folder on this page.
As with everything Barefoot, we’ve put together a suite of downloadable resources to get you and your pupils excited about the Code Cracking Cup. These include:
Choose a file or drag it here
This unit of six lessons introduces pupils to the history of computing and, in particular, how computers were used as code-cracking devices in World War II. Pupils learn about Alan Turing and become code crackers themselves. They then create their own movie about code cracking.
Don’t forget to share your class’ journey online using the hashtag #GoBarefoot and make sure you tag us using @barefootcomp on Twitter and Facebook.
Good luck cracking the codes!
PLEASE SEE THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THIS PROMOTION HERE