Oprah Winfrey – Codebreaker

Make learning fun with this engaging Year 1 Oprah Winfrey codebreaker activity, designed to support early literacy skills through a simple and accessible puzzle. Perfect for Black History Month, this resource introduces children to an inspirational Black woman while developing letter recognition, spelling and problem-solving skills. Children use picture clues, symbols and letters to decode a hidden phrase linked to Oprah Winfrey. Pupils identify the picture that matches each letter, write the correct letters in the table and work out the final message by reading the completed phrase. This simple codebreaker is ideal for Year 1 children who are confident recognising and forming single letters. It provides an enjoyable opportunity to practise early writing skills, phonics knowledge and letter formation while learning about an influential role model. Perfect for independent work, early finishers, literacy lessons, continuous provision or as part of a Black History Month topic, this low-prep activity encourages children to develop confidence, curiosity and perseverance. This resource includes: Oprah Winfrey themed codebreaker puzzle Picture and letter matching activity Letter formation practice Hidden phrase challenge Ready-to-print worksheet Perfect for: Year 1 classrooms Black History Month activities Literacy lessons Phonics practice Early finishers Independent learning Continuous provision Significant people topics Homework activities Learning opportunities: Recognise and match letters Practise forming single letters Develop spelling skills Build confidence reading simple words and phrases Encourage problem-solving and perseverance Learn about an inspirational Black role model A fun and engaging way to combine early literacy practice with learning about Oprah Winfrey, helping children develop confidence while celebrating diversity, achievement and inspirational people.