Christmas Jumper Day Awards: Free Printable Certificate for Year 1
Christmas Jumper Day Awards is a free printable certificate for Year 1 (ages 5 to 6), in Key Stage 1. Give a certificate and pick a winner for each prize. It comes from the Mini Minds Hub, a growing library of free printables from Jaques of London, the British games and toy company that has been making games for families since 1795.
It is two A4 pages. Page 1 is the activity for children. Page 2 is for the grown-up: it has notes on how to use the sheet, help for children who find it hard, and a stretch idea. Print it at home or in the classroom. Black and white printing works well.
What is on the sheet
This certificate includes cards to cut out and use and a certificate to fill in and keep.
A look at what children will meet:
- Sparkliest Jumper
- Funniest Jumper
- Most Colourful Jumper
- Cosiest Jumper
- Most Original Jumper
- Best Lights
Who this is for
Year 1 (ages 5 to 6) in Key Stage 1.
Key Stage 1 covers Years 1 and 2, ages 5 to 7. Children are building secure foundations in reading, writing and number, and short playful practice at home helps those foundations stick. Use it at home, in class, on a rainy afternoon or at a family gathering.
What children practise
- Kind words
- Voting
- Taking part
Join in a class event, say something kind about others and take part in a fair vote.
Learning focus and curriculum link
Subject: General knowledge. Key stage: Key Stage 1. It supports the subject at this level through short, focused practice.
This sheet is a practice and play activity. It supports classroom learning and is not a replacement for it.
How to use it
- Print both pages. Page 1 is for the child. Keep page 2 for the grown-up.
- Copy the certificate for each winner. Cut out an award name to stick on the certificate heading or read it aloud.
- Work through the activity together the first time. Talk about each choice.
- Check against the notes on page 2.
- Come back to it another day. Repeating a familiar activity builds confidence.
If it feels too hard
A grown-up reads each award. The child points to the person they pick.
To stretch confident children
Ask them to write a sentence saying why the winner deserves their award.
Make it a game
Hold a vote where everyone gets one award, so every child is a winner.
Tips for parents and teachers
- Print on plain A4 paper. Black and white printing works too.
- Work through it together the first time, then let children try alone.
- Praise effort and thinking, not only correct answers.
A screen-free general knowledge activity for Year 1
Children spend a lot of time on screens. This is a screen-free general knowledge activity that needs only paper and a pencil. It works as quiet time after school, a rainy day activity, a holiday boredom buster or a calm moment before bed. Screen-free learning gives eyes a rest and gets children talking, thinking and writing by hand.
Free general knowledge resources for teachers
Teachers can use this certificate as a starter, a plenary, an early finisher task, a supply teacher resource, a homework task or a table activity. It needs no preparation beyond printing. The learning focus and skills are listed above so you can match it to your planning, and page 2 gives support and stretch ideas for mixed ability groups.
General knowledge ideas for parents at home
You do not need to be a teacher to use this. Read the sheet through, sit with your child for the first go and let them lead. Short bursts of ten to fifteen minutes work better than long sessions. If you are looking for free general knowledge worksheets for Year 1, or simple home learning for the weekend or school holidays, this is a good place to start.
Home education and tutoring
Home educators and tutors can print this as part of a wider general knowledge plan. It pairs well with books, outdoor play and everyday talk. Because the sheet is free and printable, you can use it again for brothers and sisters or for revision a few weeks later.
Why it helps children learn
Hands-on, paper based activities slow learning down in a good way. Children read carefully, think before they answer and see their own progress on the page. Games and challenges add a reason to keep going. That mix of play and practice is why printable activities like this are popular with parents, teachers and home educators.
What children will be able to do
- I can say something kind about someone.
- I can take part in a fair vote.
- I can join in a class event.
Check it worked
Ask these when the sheet is finished. Listen for the reasoning, not just the answer.
- What kind thing did you say, and about whom?
- What makes a vote fair?
- How did you feel when you joined in?
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- Christmas Countdown Reward Chart
- Christmas Countdown Reward Chart
- Christmas Lights Walk Checklist
- Christmas Lights Walk Checklist
Same subject, one year up: Half Term Bucket List | Same subject, one year down: Magnets Stick or Not Sheet
Frequently asked questions
What age is Christmas Jumper Day Awards for?
It is written for Year 1 (ages 5 to 6), in Key Stage 1.
What will children practise?
Join in a class event, say something kind about others and take part in a fair vote.
How do I use it?
Copy the certificate for each winner. Cut out an award name to stick on the certificate heading or read it aloud.
What if it feels too hard?
A grown-up reads each award. The child points to the person they pick.
Is it free?
Yes. It is free to print for home and classroom use.
Is Christmas Jumper Day Awards suitable for teachers to use in class?
Yes. Teachers can use it as a starter, plenary, early finisher task, homework or table activity. It needs no preparation beyond printing.
Is this a screen-free activity?
Yes. It is a screen-free printable that needs only paper and a pencil, so it works well for quiet time, rainy days and school holidays.
Can I use it for home education?
Yes. Home educators and tutors can use it on its own or as part of a wider plan. It is free to print again for brothers, sisters or revision.
How long does it take?
Most children finish page 1 in 10 to 20 minutes. The notes on page 2 suggest ways to make it shorter or longer.
Do I need to print in colour?
No. It prints well in black and white on plain A4 paper.
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