MyLittleStories

A personalised starting school book for your child's first day

A first day at school is a big day. This story walks through it with your child: the uniform laid out in the morning, one goodbye at the gate, their very own coat peg, a brand new friend — and their grown-up waiting at home time, exactly as promised.

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Getting ready

A painted storybook page: a girl in everyday clothes beside her bed, a grey school pinafore and white shirt laid out on it, a book bag by the door
The uniform laid out on the bed, the book bag by the door, and a feeling that's excited and a little bit wobbly, both at once.

Their very own peg

A painted storybook page: a girl in a grey school pinafore hanging her coat on a peg in a sunny cloakroom, smiling
A coat peg that's just theirs — the moment school starts to feel like their place.

A new friend

A painted storybook page: a girl in a school pinafore holding up a yellow block beside a tall tower of wooden blocks
The heart of the day: your child makes the first move — "Can I play with you?" — and makes a new friend.

Right here at home time

A painted storybook page: a girl in a school pinafore running out of the school gate towards open arms, her little sister waving behind her
At home time their grown-up is waiting, exactly as promised — and there's one good thing from the day to tell.
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Questions

Can I choose the uniform colour and the school's name?
Yes, both are optional. Tell us the uniform colour and the school's name and they'll be in the story; leave them blank and we'll dress them in a smart classic grey-and-white uniform and just say "school".
Can two children start school together?
Yes — pick every child who's starting school. Brothers and sisters who aren't starting yet can still be in the story.
Who can be in the book?
Up to four people from your family. Add the grown-up who does the school run, and they're the one saying goodbye at the gate and waiting at home time.
What age is it for?
It is written to three reading ages: babies and toddlers, three to four, and five and up. Same story, different words.
How long is the book?
14 illustrated pages of story.
What is the hardcover like?
A hardback book, 210 × 297 mm, printed in the UK on 150gsm paper with a gloss finish.
How do I order a printed hardcover?
Make your ebook first — it's usually ready in under 15 minutes, so you can check every page. Then open your book from My Orders and tap "Order the printed hardcover". The hardcover is £20 on top of the ebook, plus £3.95 UK delivery (£9.95 to the Highlands, islands and Northern Ireland).
How much does it cost?
The ebook is £4.99 (£2.49 for your first book). The hardcover is £24.99, plus £3.95 UK delivery (£9.95 to the Highlands, islands and Northern Ireland).