Christening gift: a book with their name on the cover

A gift all about the child

Many christening gifts are made to be kept: a silver spoon, a piece of jewellery or a keepsake box. A personalised children's book can be enjoyed now and treasured for years to come. The child’s name appears on the cover and in the story, and the illustrations are drawn from a photo, so it’s them you see on the pages. You can also upload photos of parents, siblings or yourself to join them in the book.

From godparents and special adults

Godparents and other special adults can have their own place in the story, the illustrations and the foreword. Write what you’d like the child to know one day: about the celebration and the people who were there. If you’re not sure how to begin, we can write a first draft for you to make your own.

A naming ceremony

Some families celebrate with a naming ceremony instead, at home, in a hired venue or outdoors. The book is just the same: it’s about the child and their name, and the foreword is a message from the day, however it was celebrated.

Would you like to see a finished book before you decide? Browse our example books.

Which theme suits a little one?

For a baby under one, a gentle story is often a good choice. Try New baby, a bedtime story or a book from grandparents, and choose the 0–2 age range for short sentences, rhythm and repetition. If the child is older when they’re christened, their book could be a full adventure with them as the hero.

Will the book arrive in time for the christening?

The eBook is ready a few minutes after payment and can be given on the day as a link or printed out. The hardback is printed in 3–10 working days and then sent with tracked delivery. Allow two to three weeks in total and, if possible, order two weeks before the christening. See prices and read about our book for a newborn.