A personalised storybook is more than just a bedtime read—it’s a gateway to a world of creativity, learning, and family bonding. Once your child has enjoyed their custom story, the adventure doesn’t have to end! You can use the book as inspiration for activities that bring the story to life and keep your child engaged in imaginative play.
At Treasured Storybooks®, we believe that every personalised book can spark endless possibilities for fun and learning. Here are some creative activities to extend the magic of your child’s custom story.
1. Act Out the Story Together
Turn your child’s story into a fun role-playing activity where they can act as the hero and you play the supporting characters.
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What You’ll Need:
- Simple props or costumes based on the book (e.g., a cape, a crown, or a pirate hat).
- A clear space to act out the scenes.
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Why It’s Fun:
Acting out the story helps children connect emotionally with the narrative while building confidence and communication skills.
2. Create a Sequel Together
Ask your child what happens after the story ends and work together to create a sequel. They can draw pictures, dictate their ideas, or even write short sentences if they’re older.
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What You’ll Need:
- Paper, markers, and crayons for illustrations.
- A notebook or journal for storytelling.
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Why It’s Fun:
This activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking while building their love of storytelling.
3. Draw or Craft Scenes From the Book
Let your child use their artistic talents to recreate their favourite scenes or characters from the story.
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What You’ll Need:
- Art supplies like paper, coloured pencils, watercolours, or modelling clay.
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Why It’s Fun:
Art allows kids to process the story visually and express their imagination in new ways.
4. Plan a Themed Adventure Day
Bring the story to life with a themed activity day inspired by the book’s setting or theme.
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Examples:
- If the story is about a magical forest, take a nature walk and look for “hidden magic” (like cool rocks or unusual plants).
- If the book features a treasure hunt, create a scavenger hunt around your home or garden.
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Why It’s Fun:
Interactive experiences deepen your child’s connection to the story while creating lasting family memories.
5. Make a Keepsake Box for the Story
Help your child create a keepsake box to store items related to the story, like drawings, small toys, or mementos from themed activities.
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What You’ll Need:
- A small box (decorate it with stickers or paint).
- Items that remind your child of the story (e.g., shells for a beach tale, feathers for a bird adventure).
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Why It’s Fun:
The box becomes a physical reminder of their adventure, adding sentimental value to the story.
6. Explore Real-World Connections
Find ways to connect the book’s themes or lessons to real-world activities.
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Examples:
- If the story is about helping others, you could volunteer as a family or encourage your child to do a kind deed for someone else.
- If the book is set in space, visit a planetarium or look at the stars together.
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Why It’s Fun:
These activities make the lessons in the story feel practical and meaningful.
7. Create a DIY Soundtrack
Work with your child to create a playlist or soundtrack that matches the mood and scenes of the book.
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What You’ll Need:
- Access to music apps or instruments for making your own sounds.
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Why It’s Fun:
Adding music to their adventure builds excitement and creativity while enhancing their storytelling experience.
8. Write Letters to the Characters
Have your child write letters or draw pictures for the characters in the story, imagining what they’d say after the adventure ends.
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What You’ll Need:
- Paper and crayons or markers.
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Why It’s Fun:
This activity fosters empathy and deepens their engagement with the characters.
9. Build a Reading Fort
Transform storytime into an adventure by creating a cosy reading fort where you can revisit the book together.
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What You’ll Need:
- Blankets, pillows, and fairy lights.
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Why It’s Fun:
A special space makes reading feel even more magical and memorable.
10. Make a Photo Album of Their Adventures
Create a scrapbook or digital photo album documenting the activities inspired by the book. Include their drawings, photos of themed adventures, and notes about their favourite parts of the story.
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What You’ll Need:
- Scrapbook materials or a digital photo app.
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Why It’s Fun:
The album serves as a keepsake that your child can look back on fondly, reinforcing their love of the story.
Why Personalised Stories Are the Gift That Keeps on Giving
A personalised book from Treasured Storybooks® isn’t just a one-time experience—it’s a spark that ignites imagination, creativity, and learning. These activities help extend the magic of your child’s story, turning a single book into a lifetime of adventures.
Make Your Child’s Story Last Forever
Ready to start your child’s next adventure? With a personalised book from Treasured Storybooks®, you’re giving them more than a story—you’re opening the door to creativity, connection, and endless possibilities.
Order your custom storybook today and inspire hours of fun, learning, and magical moments with your little one.
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