A first day of school book starring your child
Starting preschool, kindergarten or a new school is a big step. This story turns first-day butterflies into a brave, exciting adventure, with your child as the hero.
- Written fresh for every child
- Arrives by email in minutes
- Print it at home or read on a tablet

Big changes feel smaller when they're the hero
Practice being brave
When your child hears a story about themselves walking into school, making a friend and having a great day, the real first day feels more familiar.
Made from their favorite things
Dinosaurs, soccer, a favorite stuffed animal: tell us what they love and we'll put it in the story so it feels like theirs.
Ready tonight
It arrives as a PDF within minutes, so you can read it at bedtime the night before school, or print it for their backpack.
$29 for a book made just for them
Digital PDF delivered by email
- A brand-new story written just for your child
- 10 illustrated pages in soft watercolor style
- Your child's name, favorite things, family and pets
- An optional dedication page with your own message
- Delivered to your inbox within minutes
Not happy with it? Tell us and we'll rewrite it for free or give you a full refund.
Common questions
Does it work for preschool and kindergarten?
Yes. Stories are written for children from about 2 to 9, and we adjust the words and story length to the age you give us.
Can I mention their teacher or school?
You can add names in the family field, like a sibling, grandparent or pet. The story is about your child's brave first day.
Is it a printed book?
Not yet. It's a high-quality PDF you can read on a tablet, print at home or take to any local print shop.
More answers on our main FAQ. Other stories: see all big moments.
Tonight's bedtime story could star them
Takes about 3 minutes. Arrives in your inbox in minutes.
Create their book: $29