Bedtime Stories About Your Child's Favorite Things
Dinosaurs again? Perfect. A new bedtime story about exactly what your child loves, with them as the hero, read aloud if you like.
Every parent knows the request: "Tell me a story about a dinosaur. No, a T. rex. Who plays football. And eats pasta." Making up a fresh story every night is hard work, and the same five books on the shelf wear thin.
Time-2-Read writes a new illustrated story around your child and the thing they're obsessed with this month, at a level that suits them. Read it together, let them read it, or have it read aloud.
Whatever they're into
Dinosaurs, unicorns, diggers, space, horses, football, or all of them at once.
They're the hero
Your child's first name (or a nickname) and their choices drive the story.
Read aloud, or read together
Narration for tired nights; tap-to-hear words for new readers.
Bedtime story ideas kids ask for most
Any of these can star your child. Mix them together if they want: a dinosaur goalkeeper on the moon works fine.
- A bedtime story about a dinosaur who is scared of the dark.
- A bedtime story about a unicorn who needs help finding home.
- A bedtime story about a digger, a fire truck or a train on a night shift.
- A bedtime story about a dog, a cat or a penguin who goes on an adventure.
- A bedtime story where your child plays in the big game, or explores space.
How to make one tonight
- Enter your child's first name or a nickname, and pick a look for their character.
- Choose the topic: their favorite animal, vehicle, sport or idea.
- Set the reading level. For little ones, use read-aloud narration.
- Read together with an illustration on every page. A 20-minute timer keeps bedtime on schedule.
Why a story about them works
Researchers have studied personalized children's books for more than a decade; Natalia Kucirkova's work is a good place to read about it. As a parent you'll notice something simpler: a child who is the hero of the story, about the thing they love, wants to know what happens next. For more on how it works, see stories where your child is the main character.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a bedtime story about my child's favorite thing?
Yes. Time-2-Read writes a new illustrated story around whatever your child loves, with your child as the main character.
Can the story be read aloud?
Yes. Stories can be narrated, and any word can be tapped to hear it, which helps new readers follow along.
What ages is it for?
Ages 3 to 15. Pre-readers listen along; older children can read on their own at the level you set.
Do I need to share personal details?
A first name or nickname and the things your child likes are enough to make the story theirs.
How much does Time-2-Read cost?
Your first 3 stories are free. After that, Premium starts with a 7-day free trial, then costs $12.99/month or $99/year.
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