Occasion · First day of school

For the very first day of school — the story where your child is the hero.

Tuck it into the Schultüte or have it ready after the first day. A book that carries the child through an exciting new story — and shows: you can do this.

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Cutting it close? The digital book is ready in minutes — even on the day itself.

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Why Heldio?

Why Heldio for the first day of school?

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Hand-painted, not a photo
No off-the-shelf character to pick — your child is lovingly drawn in soft watercolour, so warm that kids take the book to bed.
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Confidence-building for the big step
Stories where the hero takes new paths, makes friends and overcomes small adventures — exactly what a child starting school needs.
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Fits in the Schultüte
20 × 20 cm hardcover, light enough for the Schultüte and sturdy enough to survive years on the bookshelf.
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Used for first-reading attempts
Parents report that their child's own book is the first one they try to read by themselves — because they recognise themselves in it.

Or invent a story all your own

Describe your dream story for this occasion in a few words — we craft a unique book with your child as the hero.

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Personalised in minutes

Ready-made stories

Theme and art style are already set — just add your child's name, a photo and a dedication. Or invent your very own story from scratch with the last card.

First Day at Magic School
Personalised with your child’s name
Journey to the Stars
Personalised with your child’s name
The Knight & the Friendly Dragon
Personalised with your child’s name
Your idea
Invent your own story
Your idea, your hero — we write and illustrate it.
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