Free Printable Potty Training Charts: 20 Themed Sticker Charts (PDF)

How to use a potty training chart

A potty training chart gives your child something to look forward to and shows progress at a glance. The line printed on every chart says it well: add a sticker whenever we practice or succeed. Practicing counts too.

1. Pick a theme together. Let your child choose the chart. A theme they love makes the chart something to be proud of.
2. Write the name and start date at the top and hang the chart somewhere your child can reach, such as the bathroom door or the fridge.
3. Decide on the celebration. Write a small, fun reward in the box, such as a favorite song, a special story or an outing.
4. Add a sticker for a try or a success. Sitting on the potty, going to the bathroom, washing hands and using the potty can each earn a sticker. You choose what counts.
5. Celebrate at 25. When the circles are full, hold the celebration. Then start another chart if you still want one.

Choosing a potty chart theme

Children are more likely to take part when the chart matches something they enjoy. The twenty themes are:

• Animals: Little Dinosaur, Forest Friends, Jungle Journey, Safari Stars, Friendly Penguins, Teddy Bear Hugs and Ocean Buddies.
• Vehicles: Happy Trucks and Train to Success.
• Sky and weather: Rainbow Steps, Cloud Nine, Sunshine Days, Moonlight Magic and Starry Success.
• Flowers and gardens: Garden Blooms and Flower Power.
• Fantasy and fun: Unicorn Magic, Space Mission, Balloon Party and Superstar Steps.

Keeping potty training pressure-free

Every child learns at their own pace. The charts include a reminder on the page: stay patient and positive, and celebrate progress without punishment for accidents. A few ideas that fit that spirit:

• Focus on trying. A sticker for sitting on the potty keeps the chart encouraging even on days without a success.
• Keep accidents calm. Accidents are a normal part of learning. Clean up together without blame and carry on.
• Keep rewards small. A sticker and a hug often do the job. Save the bigger celebration for the end of the chart.
• Let your child lead the pace. If the chart becomes a source of stress, put it away and try again later.

This page is not medical advice. If you have questions about your child’s readiness, or you are worried about toileting, talk with your child’s doctor.

What to track on the chart

The circles are numbered 1 to 25 with no dates, so the chart fits your own routine. You can use one circle per success, one per try, or one per day. Some families give a different sticker for a try and for a success, and some add a sticker for hand washing. Pick a rule you can keep simple, tell your child what it is, and stick to it.

Printing tips

• Print at 100% (Actual size) on US Letter or A4.
• Plain paper works. A clear sleeve or a quick pass through a laminator keeps the chart tidy in a busy bathroom.
• Each circle is about 0.8 inch (20 mm) across, so round or dot stickers up to that size fit well. Our printable sticker sheets have cut-out stickers you can use too.
• Print a few spare copies so a new chart is ready when the first one is full.

Credits and licences

Many of the pictures and icons in this set use Noto Emoji artwork by Google. The Noto emoji fonts are licensed under the SIL Open Font License 1.1, and most of the emoji images are licensed under the Apache License 2.0. The page layouts, text and KidsTracing logo are our own. These printables are free for personal, home and classroom use, and not for sale or resale.