Summer Vacation

Summer vacation flies by in a blink. A personalized picture book keeps the adventure alive. Upload a photo of your child and they become the hero of the story, illustrated with their own unique face. Not just a generic book with a name added in—a story where your child sees themselves, on the beach, in the forest, or traveling the world. Perfect to read together at bedtime, in the car on the way, or on a lazy afternoon.

Create your book

The summer holidays, but with your child in the starring role

Long days, bare feet in the sand, a suitcase full of adventure. In this book, your child experiences summer vacation firsthand. You upload a photo and the illustrator draws your child, so that the face, hair, and smile are just right. Not an anonymous character with a different name, but a recognizable main character.

For every summer adventure

On the beach, building the tallest sandcastle
On a camping trip with a backpack full of provisions
In the backyard with a tent and a flashlight
On a trip by car, train, or plane

A memory that lasts

After vacation, memories sometimes fade quickly. This book remains. Each time you read it together, your child returns to that one summery feeling, with themselves as the adventurer on every page.

Example books for Summer Vacation

This is what a personalised book can look like. Click a book to flip through it.

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What Parents Say About Booklydoo's Personalized Books

Thousands of happy families have created magical memories with personalized books

Fantastic book and story. Wonderful gift for our 6 year old grandson. Terrific service and customer care. I’ve already recommended the company to 3 friends.

Moira Miller

Received my book and it’s amazing it’s something that doesn’t get thrown away it will be a keep safe for ever

Alun Davies

Absolutely thrilled with this book! Exceeded my expectations as the graphics were amazing and the story was great! My grandson loved it and said it was his best present. Would definitely recommend purchasing these fantastic books You won’t be disappointed

Mrs D Ingleton

Our son reads the book every day before going to bed.

Hazel

How proud can you be? Really nice.

P. Munsterberg

The book is wonderful beautiful illustrations. One of my best buys of the year.

Salina

It’s perfect.. my 4yr old granddaughter will love it… beautiful book & delivery

Julie Goodwin

Lovely illustrations quality paper very pleased the only thing is one of the pages the girl has 3 feet .

Tina Llewellyn

Dean is so happy with his new book. What a great start to the school year!

Lily

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Frequently asked questions

How does my child become the main character in the summer book?

You upload a photo of your child and our illustrators draw the story with that face as the foundation. That way, your child truly sees themselves in the illustrations filled with beach, sunshine and adventure—not just by seeing their name in the text.

Can I also have a brother, sister, or friend join in the story?

Yes, with many books you can add extra characters. Upload a photo of that person too, so they're drawn in the same style and experience the summer adventure together with your child.

Is a summer book suitable for a toddler or rather for an older child?

Summer themes work for a wide age range. Each book shows which age it's best suited for, so you can choose a story and text level that matches what your child already understands and enjoys.

Can I see in advance how my child looks in the book?

Yes, before you order, you'll see a preview of the illustrated version of your child. That way you can be sure the artwork is perfect before the story is finished into a complete book.

Which photo works best for getting my child to draw?

Choose a sharp photo where your child's face is clearly and straight-on visible, preferably in good lighting. The clearer the photo, the better the illustrator can capture the likeness in the story.