Reward chart maker
Pick a goal, choose how many stars to collect, and download a printable sticker chart — every star earned is a step towards the reward.
The chart is created right in your browser — names and goals never leave your device.
Making a reward chart work
Pick one behaviour, not five. A chart that says “brush teeth without being asked” beats “be good” — kids need to know exactly what earns the star.
Give the star straight away, with the praise attached. For little ones the sticker moment itself is most of the reward; the prize at the end is the bonus.
Keep the runway short enough to finish. Ten stars is plenty for a toddler; older kids can stretch to twenty. When the habit sticks, celebrate and retire the chart.
Frequently asked questions
Do reward charts work?
They can — especially for building one specific habit at a time. Charts work best when the goal is concrete, the stars come immediately after the behaviour, and the chart is retired once the habit sticks.
How many stars should my child earn before the reward?
Younger children need shorter runways: around 10 stars for ages 2–4, 15–20 for older kids. If the reward feels too far away, motivation fades before the chart fills up.
What age are reward charts for?
Roughly ages 2 to 8. Toddlers need the sticker the moment they earn it; school-age kids can work towards bigger weekly goals.
What rewards work best?
Experiences and privileges beat toys: a trip to the playground, choosing the film on movie night, an extra bedtime story. The praise that comes with each star is doing most of the work.
Should I take stars away for bad behaviour?
No — earned stays earned. Removing stars turns the chart into a punishment and kids stop trusting it. Deal with tricky behaviour separately.
More free tools: try the chore chart maker, the bedtime routine chart, or print a kids’ certificate for the big finish.