Gifts for children: what to buy and why it works
The gifts children keep longest are the ones that feel like they were made for them personally. For ages 1 to 10 in South Africa, that usually means a personalised item, a creative kit, or something that involves an adult playing along. A Storii personalised storybook covers all three: the child is the illustrated hero, and it is read together.
Three questions before you buy
- Will it still be used in six months, or is it a one-afternoon gift?
- Does it need batteries, space, or supervision the parents did not ask for?
- Does it say something about the child specifically — their name, their interests, their language?
Categories that work at every age
- Personalised keepsakes: books, wall art, sticker packs.
- Creative supplies: drawing, building, baking.
- Shared-time gifts: anything a parent or grandparent does with the child.
How a Storii book is made
- Choose an adventure from the Storii catalogue.
- Upload a clear photo of the child and add their name, age and a few details.
- See a free character preview showing the child as the illustrated hero.
- Order the digital edition, softcover or hardcover.
- Every page is reviewed by the Storii team before printing and delivery.
What a Storii book costs
| Format | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Digital edition (PDF) | R290 | Emailed within 24 hours of ordering |
| Softcover printed book | R690 | 4–6 business days anywhere in South Africa |
| Hardcover printed book | R870 | 4–6 business days anywhere in South Africa |
Common questions
- What does a Storii book cost?
- A digital edition is R290, a softcover printed book is R690 and a hardcover printed book is R870.
- How long does delivery take in South Africa?
- Printed Storii books are made, printed and delivered within 4–6 business days anywhere in South Africa. The digital edition is emailed within 24 hours of ordering.
- What languages are Storii books available in?
- Storii books are available in English and Afrikaans. You choose the language when you create the book.