Your Child Is the Hero of the Story
Start with a photo or describe your child, then choose an adventure that feels familiar — a first school day, a favourite game or a bedtime story.
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Custom Character Design
Use a photo or describe a recognisable illustrated character
Consistent Across Pages
Review your hero’s appearance across the illustrated pages
Choose the Story Theme
Pick from 23 themes or write your own story idea
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Design Your Character
Upload a photo or describe your child’s appearance and interests
Choose a Story
Pick a theme like 'first day of school' or write your own idea
AI Creates the Book
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Personalize the story, not just the name
A useful personalized story starts with something your child recognises: a favourite game, a familiar worry or a place they are about to visit. Give the hero a few recognisable details, then build one adventure around that situation.
An example for a first day at preschool
The hero is Maya, age four, with short curly hair and a yellow backpack. She is excited about preschool but worried about saying goodbye. Tell a warm story in which she meets one friend and discovers a painting corner. Keep the ending reassuring and the sentences short.
- Use a photo or describe a few distinctive details. The result is a stylised illustration, so review the likeness rather than expecting an exact photographic copy.
- Include an interest or routine alongside the child's appearance. A favourite toy or familiar goodbye ritual gives the story something personal to work with.
- Check every page before sharing it with a child. Look for name spelling, confusing text and visual differences between pages; AI output can need revision.
Start with the moment your child is facing
Our preschool story guide includes a complete illustrated story and questions for talking about a new classroom. Use it as a reading resource or choose a ready-made book template for your own version.
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