How to Write a Personalized Children's Book

Writing a children's book sounds like a daunting task. The truth is, writing a children's book for children that you know, not one to be published, is easy and fun. It also makes a fabulous gift.

Children love to feel special, and they love to feel loved. There isn't much that is more special than having a book that is all about them. Even better, a personalized children's book helps kids feel that they are special to you. You loved them enough and thought that they were interesting enough to write a whole book about them.

The first step to writing a personalized children's book is getting over the mental hurdles. You need to through out whatever "no, I can't" mentality might be cluttering up your creative process. If you think you can't, then you won't be able to do it.

Why You Can

The children in your life already love you. They care about you and want your acceptance, love and affection. Writing a children's book just for them strengthens that bond.

There is no judgment and rejection. When you write a children's book personalized for the children in your life, you are not sending it to an editor or publisher. Children are not likely to notice any small errors. They are not likely to pick apart your plot. You are almost guaranteed a fabulous response, because you have written a children's book all about them.

How You Can

The great thing about writing your own children's book is that you can use your creativity. You can use any tools you like. Your story can be as imaginative as you want - kids love silly. The following tips are meant to get your creativity rolling so you can have fun with your project.

A great place to start your children's book is your local office supply or craft store. Getting your self all set up with the basics lets you be prepared any time inspiration strikes. You may also find that it gets your creative juices flowing.

A binder cover makes a great book cover. You can get one with a soft, cloth cover like some photo albums, or you can get a regular one. Clear presentation cover sheets are also useful. They can come with tabs to fit into a binder and offer protection for much-read pages.

You will, of course, need a variety of other supplies. Have fun picking out paper, markers and anything else that strikes your fancy. If you're not overly artistic, you can find stencils and stickers to adorn the book. Children's books should be full of fun and color.

Once your creativity is stimulated by getting the tools you need, you're ready to write your children's book. Try not to pressure yourself with a deadline. If you want a book for a certain date, start well in advance. This will make it easier for you to enjoy writing your children's book.

If you don't have a story in mind, starting with the pictures can be very helpful. Even if you plan to do your own illustrations, using a few photographs is a good idea. Children will identify more with the story being about them when they see their own faces.

Your children's book can be a realistic story or a fantasy tale. If your creativity stalls, use pieces of real life to get you going. Your kids can be telling the story to a friend or relative. This dialogue can be used, complete with pictures, when you need a boost.

Writing your own personalized children's book can be a fun and rewarding experience. Kids love stories about them. Writing them their own book gives you practice at your writing and can be a great bonding experience.