Ibaraki Town Partners with Personalized Storybook Service for Children

Ibaraki Town and Anata no Ehon Dotcom Join Forces for Personalized Storybooks

Ibaraki Town, in partnership with Anata no Ehon Dotcom, has initiated a remarkable project that allows children to become the protagonists of their very own personalized educational picture books. This initiative is part of the town's 'Second Book' initiative, aimed at expanding children's literary experiences while minimizing the administrative burdens on local officials.

Expanding Book Programs for Young Children

Since 2007, Ibaraki Town has celebrated new readers through its 'Book Start' program, providing books to infants. Currently targeting children aged five to nine months, this initiative recently expanded to include a 'Second Book' program for those aged 1.5 years. The highlight of this program is a uniquely crafted picture book where each child can immerse themselves as the hero of the story.

Personalized Story Adventures

The featured storybook allows each child to set off on an adventure, actively engaging in a narrative where they search for 'something important.' The customization features include character designs, names, house plaques, and even special characters who come to greet them. This tailored approach offers children an exciting reason to open the book, fostering a joyful reading habit as they encounter familiar names and objects in their personalized story. Notably, the Ibaraki Town mascot, Hinumaru-kun, will make a special appearance in this edition, nurturing a love for their hometown from an early age.

Affordable Custom Picture Books Using Existing Works

The storybook is based on the popular 'Name-In Picture Book: I Found It,' designed by Cleson Breath Co. This company's innovative strategy involves customizing existing beloved stories, significantly reducing the costs and time usually associated with creating entirely new books from scratch. Additionally, professional illustrators can design new characters and construct completely original narratives, enabling local communities to promote their unique products and strengths through memorable stories.

Streamlined Operations for Local Authorities

This project is designed primarily to ease the administrative load on municipal staff. The process flows as follows:
1. The town distributes 'customization vouchers' to eligible families.
2. Parents fill in their details through a dedicated online form.
3. All confirmations and progress are handled directly between the parents and Anata no Ehon Dotcom.

This seamless operation allows town staff to avoid the intricacies of individual reviews and data management, facilitating the smooth implementation of the program even in busy environments. The collaborative approach ensures that municipal and private teams meet diverse communication needs effectively.

About Cleson Breath Co.

With the ethos of 'Creating one-of-a-kind emotional experiences,' Cleson Breath Co. specializes in planning and selling personalized storybooks. Their work spans from individual gifts to corporate giveaways and educational support for municipalities, enhancing communication through the medium of storybooks.

For further inquiries regarding this initiative, please contact:
Cleson Breath Co. Public Relations: ([email protected])
Phone: +81-3-5355-0895