There are plenty of free patterns on line like from red heart and other yarn makers. Since you're not knitting for a specific person, select what appeals to you in terms of ease and style.

Red Heart is an excellent resource straight forward patterns. This pullover may fit the bill.

Here is a link that might be useful: long sleeved pullover

Tthanks so much to both of you. iris-gal, that pattern is really nice and I do appreciate you sending it so much.

I love Red Heart yarn so will be trying it. They had given me a sample pattern but I couldn't imagine any child finding it comfortable. I'm sure they will love this.

thanks again.