If you’re looking for ways kids can support someone running the London Marathon, a simple and meaningful idea is creating a personalised “You Did It” card to celebrate them at the finish line or at home.
In the Santaverse, support and encouragement are part of every big journey. This printable London Marathon card for kids gives children a fun way to show support, encouragement and pride, turning race day into a shared family moment filled with meaning.
Finishing a marathon is a huge accomplishment, and you can be sure the whole North Pole is cheering along as well.
With the Elf Pets Saint Bernard by their side, children can feel like they are part of something even bigger, helping to cheer on their loved one with kindness, care and encouragement.
Designed for families with children aged 3–12, this activity helps your little ones feel involved in the London Marathon while learning about encouragement, effort and celebrating others.
What Can Kids Do to Support Someone Running the London Marathon?
Children can support a marathon runner in simple but meaningful ways before, during and after the race.
Some of the most effective ways include:
- Creating a “You Did It” card
- Cheering at the finish line or from home
- Writing a message of encouragement
- Learning about the marathon journey
- Celebrating the achievement together
In the Santaverse, encouragement helps every journey feel a little lighter. These small actions help children feel included and give them a role in the experience, even if they are not physically at the race.
Free Printable London Marathon ‘You Did It’ Card for Kids
This printable marathon card is designed to help children celebrate a parent, family member, friend or someone special completing the London Marathon.
The card includes:
- A “You Did It” front cover
- A space to write the runner’s finishing time
- And features the Elf Pets Saint Bernard at the finish line, helping children connect encouragement with the moment.
Download the printable, print it double-sided, then fold it into a card and let your child create something meaningful to give after the race.
It’s a simple way to turn a big, exciting moment into something children can take part in, with a little extra Santaverse magic along the way.
Why This London Marathon Activity Works for Kids?
For young children, the London Marathon can feel like a big, distant event.
Giving them a simple role helps make it real, exciting and easier to understand.
This activity helps children:
- Understand effort and perseverance
- Practise expressing pride and encouragement
- Feel involved in a family milestone
- Build emotional connection through celebration
It also creates a keepsake that families will genuinely value long after race day, something small, thoughtful and full of meaning.
How The Elf Pets Saint Bernard Encourages Support and Kindness
In the Santaverse, the Elf Pets Saint Bernard is known for carrying barrels filled with kindness and delivering that kindness back to the North Pole to help keep the magic strong.
Moments like the London Marathon are a perfect example of how that kindness shows up in real life. Supporting someone through a big challenge, cheering them on and celebrating their achievement are all powerful ways children can show care and encouragement.
With their gentle, cuddly nature, the Elf Pets Saint Bernard can help children understand how to support others in a thoughtful way, turning encouragement into something they can see and feel.
Families can bring this to life in simple ways:
- Have your Elf Pets Saint Bernard be part of the making of the printable card and there when you present it to the runner!
- Encourage children to think about how their support helps the runner keep going
- Use the Saint Bernard as a reminder to share kind words and encouragement
- Celebrate the moment together, recognising how support makes a difference
It’s a simple way to connect a real-world achievement to the caring, supportive spirit the Elf Pets Saint Bernard represents.
London Marathon Activities for Kids at Home
If your child is not attending the race in person, there are still plenty of ways to get involved from home.
Try pairing the printable card with:
- Watching the London Marathon highlights together
- Creating homemade signs or banners
- Setting up a “finish line” moment at home
- Talking about why people take part in marathons
- Celebrating with a family meal or treat
Even from home, these moments can feel exciting, memorable and full of encouragement.
Who This London Marathon Activity Is Best For?
This printable activity is ideal for:
- Children aged 3–12
- Families supporting someone running the London Marathon
- Teachers discussing perseverance and achievement
- Home learning activities linked to real-world events
It can also be adapted for friends, relatives or school communities supporting someone taking part in the race.
Download the card, personalise it together and celebrate the moment!
