Choose sharp, well-lit photos (at least 300 dpi at the size they print), keep the text short and repetitive, and pick a page count that suits the child's age. Printedin board books come in five sizes (12 × 12, 15 × 15, 20 × 20, 15 × 21 and 21 × 15 cm) and in 8 to 26 pages, covers included, printed on two 300 g boards laminated together, about 0.8 mm a leaf.
Personalized board books are more than just cute keepsakes — they are powerful tools for early childhood development. When toddlers see their own faces, family members, and familiar objects in a book, they engage more deeply with reading.
Choosing the right photos is the first step. Select high-resolution images (300 DPI minimum) with good lighting and clear faces. Candid shots often work better than posed photos because they capture genuine moments.
Keep text short and repetitive. Toddlers thrive on patterns like "I see Mommy. I see Daddy. I see our dog Max!" Simple, predictable text helps build early literacy skills.
Consider the page count carefully. For babies under 1, stick to 8 or 12 pages. For toddlers aged 1–3, 12–16 pages work well. Older children can enjoy up to 26 pages with more complex stories. The page count includes the covers.
Only the cover is laminated: choose matt, gloss or no lamination, all at the same price. Matt hides fingerprints, gloss makes colours richer; the lamination is a thin plastic film, and the pages themselves are printed board.
Questions and answers
How many pages for which age?
8 or 12 pages for babies, 12 to 16 for toddlers, 20 to 26 for longer stories. The page count includes the covers and is always even.
Is the whole book laminated?
Only the cover: matt, gloss or no lamination, at the same price. The pages are printed board.
Are there templates?
Yes, for every size and page count, with the bleed and safe area marked: templates. The measurements are on print specifications.
What does it cost?
See board book printing cost and board book printing compared, which sets our prices beside other small-batch printers.