Safe Chatting Cards: Free Printable Card Set for Year 5
Safe Chatting Cards is a free printable card set for Year 5 (ages 9 to 10), in Key Stage 2. What to say and what not to say. 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, a stretch idea, and the answers. Print it at home or in the classroom. Black and white printing works well.
What is on the sheet
This card set includes cards to cut out and use.
A look at what children will meet:
- Hello, how are you?
- I need to ask a grown-up first
- I do not want to talk about that
- Thank you, that was kind
- Here is my password
- My address is on my street
- My school is called...
- Send me a photo of yourself
- Do not tell your parents
Who this is for
Year 5 (ages 9 to 10) in Key Stage 2.
Key Stage 2 covers Years 3 to 6, ages 7 to 11. Children are widening what they know and getting better at explaining their thinking, so activities that ask them to reason, not only recall, are especially useful. Use it at home, in class, on a rainy afternoon or at a family gathering.
What children practise
- Online safety
- Sorting
- Decision making
Sort what is safe and unsafe to say when chatting online.
Learning focus and curriculum link
Subject: Computing. Key stage: Key Stage 2. 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.
- 1 or more children with a grown-up. About 15 minutes. Talk about each card.
- Work through the activity together the first time. Talk about each choice.
- Check against the notes on page 2 and the answers.
- Come back to it another day. Repeating a familiar activity builds confidence.
If it feels too hard
Use a yes or no pile and discuss one card at a time.
To stretch confident children
Write three more cards and sort them.
Make it a game
Role play the cards with a grown-up.
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 computing activity for Year 5
Children spend a lot of time on screens. This is a screen-free computing 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 computing resources for teachers
Teachers can use this card set 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.
Computing 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 computing worksheets for Year 5, 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 computing 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.
Curriculum links for teachers
This sheet supports the areas below. It is matched to the published England frameworks. Please check it against your own school plan.
| Framework | Subject or area | Strand | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Curriculum (England) | Computing | Online safety | Year 5 |
What children will be able to do
- I can decide what is safe to share online.
- I can say what to keep private.
- I can say when to tell a grown-up.
Check it worked
Ask these when the sheet is finished. Listen for the reasoning, not just the answer.
- Why should this stay private?
- What would you do if someone asked for this?
- Who could you tell if something felt wrong?
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Frequently asked questions
What age is Safe Chatting Cards for?
It is written for Year 5 (ages 9 to 10), in Key Stage 2.
What will children practise?
Sort what is safe and unsafe to say when chatting online.
How do I use it?
1 or more children with a grown-up. About 15 minutes. Talk about each card.
What if it feels too hard?
Use a yes or no pile and discuss one card at a time.
Is it free?
Yes. It is free to print for home and classroom use.
Is Safe Chatting Cards 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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