A personalized book for your 3 year old

We're parents ourselves, and three is such a fun age to read with. Three year olds ask a hundred questions, pretend to be dinosaurs and astronauts before breakfast, and start following real stories from start to finish. A book where they are the hero meets them right where they are: brave, curious, and very sure they can do it all by themselves.

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Is a personalized book a good gift for a 3 year old?

Yes. Three is when imagination really takes off, and seeing themselves as the hero of an adventure is a big deal. It is also a gift that encourages reading together, which matters more than any toy.

Which story fits a 3 year old best?

• First Day Adventures if preschool is starting. Our first day of preschool guide pairs well with it.
• Birthday Magic for the third birthday.
• Holiday Magic for Christmas or Hanukkah. See our Christmas book guide.
• Big Brother and Big Sister when a baby is coming.

How does it work?

Pick a story, add your child's name and age, and upload a clear photo or pick a look. A free preview of your child as the storybook hero appears right on the page in about 2 to 3 minutes. We look at every picture first, and email you a copy too.

How much does it cost?

The preview is free. The hardcover is $40 and the digital book is $12.99.

Any tips for reading with a 3 year old?

Pause and ask "what do you think happens next?" Let them tell parts of the story back to you. When the hero is them, they usually have strong opinions about what they would do.