Little kids get a lot of toys at Christmas. Most are forgotten by February. The gifts that stick are the ones that feel like they were made for them, and nothing says that like a story where they are the hero.
Here is our guide to personalized, screen-free gifts for toddlers and preschoolers, plus the one date you need to know if you want a personalized book under the tree.
First, the important date
Every personalized book is printed one copy at a time, just for your child, so it takes at least 20 days to arrive. For Christmas delivery, we recommend ordering personalized books by December 1. Puzzles, coloring rolls and our soft-cover story books ship within a few business days, so those are your best friends for last-minute shopping.
1. A personalized storybook where they are the hero
You type your child's name and build a character that looks like them: skin tone, hair color and style, eye color and shape. As you choose, you see them appear right on the pages, so there are no surprises. Each book is a 34-page hardcover with a gentle lesson inside, and every book has more than 3,200 combinations.
Pick the world they love:
- Dino Adventure for little explorers who roar at everything.
- Mermaid Magic for ocean lovers, with Calypso and her underwater friends.
- Driving Dream for kids who make engine noises all day.
- Unicorn Fantasy for dreamers, on a quest for a lost crystal.
2. The Big Box of Wonder: the whole world in one gift
If you want one big present to open, the Big Box of Wonder brings the personalized book together with its pop-up puzzle and a 30-foot coloring roll from the same world. It costs less than buying the three separately, and it turns one story into a whole afternoon of play. See the bundles.
3. A pop-up puzzle for hands-on play
Our puzzles have 40 chunky pieces and 10 stand-up figures. When the picture is done, the characters pop up and the puzzle becomes a 3D playset. Kids as young as 3 can build it on their own, and it measures about 20 × 15 inches when complete. Shop the puzzles.
4. A giant coloring roll for the whole family
Thirty feet of drawing in one roll. Tape it to the floor on Christmas afternoon and let siblings, cousins and grandparents color side by side. It is the gift that keeps a full house busy while dinner cooks. Shop the coloring rolls.
5. Stocking stuffers that ship fast
Our illustrated soft-cover story books tell the same stories with the original characters, no personalization, and they ship within a few business days. They are perfect for stockings, for siblings, or as a first taste of a world before the personalized version.
How to pick the right world
Think about what your child talks about most. Dinosaurs, mermaids, cars or unicorns all have a full world: a personalized book, a soft-cover story, a pop-up puzzle and a coloring roll. Not sure? Text us at +1 (786) 710-9526 and we will help you choose.
Quick answers
When should I order a personalized book for Christmas?
Personalized books are printed to order and take at least 20 days to arrive, so we recommend ordering by December 1 for Christmas delivery. Puzzles, coloring rolls and soft-cover books ship within a few business days.
What ages are these gifts for?
Our books, puzzles and coloring rolls are made for toddlers and preschoolers, roughly ages 2 to 6. Puzzles are best from age 3, with adult supervision for younger children.
Is shipping free?
Yes, US orders of $50 or more ship free.
Can I ship a gift straight to the child?
Yes. Add their address at checkout and leave a gift note in the cart, and we will print it on a card inside the box.
