A story for under the tree
The Lost Wish List
3-5 years
A magical children’s book where your child becomes the hero in the search for the missing wish list!
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A Christmas gift for children they will open every year
A Christmas gift for children need not be forgotten after one afternoon. With a personalised storybook featuring their name and photo, your child becomes the hero of a festive adventure.
A story starring your child
Which Christmas gift for children lasts beyond the festive season?
A personalised children’s book is a Christmas gift for children that feels exciting to unwrap and creates calm moments together afterwards. Adding a child’s name and photo gives the adventure a familiar face, so each reading feels made especially for them.
It is a thoughtful choice for parents, grandparents, and anyone looking for more than a one-day surprise. Under the tree, you are giving a story that can be opened again on winter evenings and ordinary bedtime routines alike.
Why does a personalised book make such a good Christmas gift?
A memorable Christmas gift connects with both the child and the occasion. A book with its own young hero combines the delight of a new present with the pleasure of turning pages, asking questions, and retelling the story together.
- Recognition from the first page: a name and photo make it clear who the story is about.
- A gift with a second moment: after unwrapping comes a real reading ritual on the sofa or before bed.
- Room for imagination: a wintry quest, lights, and a familiar hero give children plenty to talk about.
- Made to return to: the same story can be enjoyed in December and on quiet evenings throughout the year.
What age is a personalised Christmas story for?
The Christmas story The Lost Wish List is designed for children aged 3 to 5, when clear pictures, a gentle quest, and shared reading come together beautifully. A calm bedtime story can suit younger children, while a festive adventure is ideal for curious preschoolers counting down to Christmas.
How to make a Christmas book that feels truly personal
Keep the choices simple and meaningful. These four steps turn a lovely idea into a gift ready for its first reading:
- Choose a story that suits the child’s age and the way they enjoy being read to.
- Add their name and a clear photo so they recognise themselves as the hero straight away.
- Check the spelling and take a moment to review the personalisation before ordering.
- Place the book under the tree and read the first page together on Christmas Eve or a quiet winter evening.
Turn the gift into a shared reading moment
Reading together is what turns a beautiful package into a lasting ritual. It leaves room to look at pictures, explain new words, and invite a child to tell part of the story. Read the Dutch research background on reading experience. Then explore all personalised children’s books to find a story for your family’s December tradition.
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Beautifully finished book, lovely illustrations, fast delivery
Grandma
of Luun (6)
Received a beautiful picture book of my son. We read the stories every night. Wonderful depiction of my child going on his own adventures, very happy with it.
Roxanne
Mother of Giannino (6)
Nice and sturdy, great quality. Educational too
Grandma
of Fem (4)
Frequently asked questions about a Christmas gift for children
Is a personalised book a good Christmas gift for a child?
Yes. It feels personal when it is opened, then remains useful as a story to read together. Seeing themselves in the adventure gives children a reason to return to it.
What age is the Christmas story for?
The Christmas story is designed for children aged 3 to 5. When choosing, think about the reading moment: younger children often enjoy looking together, while preschoolers like to predict what happens next.
What can I personalise?
You add the child’s name and photo. That gives the story its own young hero without asking you to write the story yourself.
When should I give a Christmas book?
Place it under the tree, give it during a winter family day, or make it part of Christmas Eve. It becomes most memorable when you make time to read the first page together.
More inspiration for a personal children’s gift
For inspiration beyond December, discover why reading aloud matters, explore a personalised children’s book with a name, or browse all stories for children.
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