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Kids Daily Checklist — Free Google Docs Canva-Style Template (Ages 8–12)

Short answer: You can create a fun, printable Kids Daily Checklist in Google Docs — no Canva, no paid tools. This step-by-step tutorial shows how to design a clean, kid-friendly daily routine for ages 8–12 using simple Google Docs formatting.

What This Daily Checklist Helps Kids Learn

• How to follow a simple daily routine independently
• How to complete tasks in logical order
• How to reflect on their day using goals and feedback
• How to stay organized without screens or apps

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Step 1: Page Setup

• Orientation: Portrait
• Margins: 0.75" all sides
• Page color: Soft off-white #fdfcf8

Step 2: Header Section

Insert a 1×1 table: stretch full width

• Background: Pale yellow #fdf5c3
• Border: 0 pt
• Cell padding: 0.25–0.3 in
• Text inside table:
• Title: "KIDS DAILY CHECKLIST" — Playfair Display or DM Serif Text, 26–32 pt, all caps, centered
• Subtitle: "Fun, Daily Habits & Goals" — Inter / Montserrat, 11–12 pt, light gray #999999

Step 3: Morning / Afternoon / Evening Sections

This section forms the core daily routine and should be easy for kids to read, scan, and check off independently.

Insert a 3×2 table (or separate 1×2 tables for each section)

• Left cell: Section title (Morning / Afternoon / Evening)
• Right cell: Tasks with checkboxes
• Borders: 0 pt
• Cell padding: 0.2 in
• Row background: alternating soft pastel colors for visual separation
• Font: Montserrat / Inter, 12 pt

Step 4: Goals & Reflection Section

This is the most powerful part of the checklist. It helps kids think about what they want to accomplish — and how their day actually went.

Insert a 2×4 table:

• Row 1: Section titles — Background soft neutral #F3F2ED, bold text
• Rows 2–4: Goals / Reflection content
• Borders:
• Bottom borders for rows 2–4: 0.5–1 pt
• Vertical border separating columns: 1 pt
• No other borders
• Cell padding: 0.1–0.12 in (7–9 pt)
• Font: Montserrat / Inter, 12 pt

Step 5: Notes / Brain Dump

Insert a 1×4 table for notes

• Background: Pale gray #deddd7
• Borders: 0 pt, bottom border 1 pt for top row
• Cell padding: 0.1–0.12 in
• Font: Montserrat / Inter, 12 pt for header row
• Purpose: Free writing for ideas, reflections, doodles

Step 6: Finishing Touches

• Use 2–3 fonts max for readability
• Keep spacing consistent
• Optional footer: "Created with Google Docs • Free for kids"

Why This Kids Daily Checklist Layout Works

• Clear sections reduce overwhelm
• Soft colors keep kids engaged without distraction
• Checkboxes build independence and confidence
• The reflection section encourages self-awareness

Free Downloadable Template

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Perfect For

• Parents building daily routines for kids ages 8–12
• Teachers creating printable classroom checklists
• Homeschool families
• Caregivers who want screen-free daily structure

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