Because most modern cryptographic algorithms involve high-level mathematical concepts, this activity will not discuss them, but it will investigate the general ideas behind cryptography and introduce the idea of analyzing the strength of different kinds of encryption.

To allow students to experience how ciphers can conceal and protect information.

Internet scams are part of being online today, but many kids might not be aware of them. How do we help our students avoid being tricked into clicking malicious links or giving out private information? Use this lesson to help kids avoid online identity theft and phishing schemes.

Try your hand at spotting phishing schemes in this email simulator activity.

Students can model and explain a Caesar Shift using Cryptii in order to compose narratives that may contain safeguarded messages intended only for certain characters.