Embark on a heartwarming journey to Ireland with your little one! Journey to Ireland is a personalized book that connects your child to their Irish heritage. Explore traditions, culture, and landscapes while deepening their connection to their roots. Perfect for creating cherished bonding moments!
Journey to Ireland is more than just a book—it’s a doorway to a world of stories, songs, and history that will spark their imagination and sense of identity. With every page, they’ll learn about the warmth of Irish traditions, the charm of its folklore, and the timeless connection between family and culture. Each beautifully illustrated page and interactive content enhances the magic of Ireland and connects your child with their rich origins.
Each personalized book has 30 beautifully illustrated pages and is available in two sizes to fit your needs:
Popular A4 landscape, great for sharing and reading together.
Compact A5 landscape, perfect for little hands, with the same vibrant story and illustrations.
Every book is printed individually using advanced technology for sharp details and vibrant colors. The durable cover is designed to last for years. The eco-friendly paper makes this gift not only memorable but also environmentally conscious.
Personalizing your book is quick and easy! Start by entering the name of your child—or multiple children separated by a comma—and add the names of relatives you'd like to feature. Choose the country where the child lives for a truly tailored journey. Follow the simple steps to preview your book instantly, making sure every detail is just right. Watch our short video to see how you can create a one-of-a-kind story in minutes!
Take your little one on a magical journey to Ireland with a book that’s more than just a story—it’s an adventure that brings their Irish heritage to life. Journey to Ireland is the perfect way to explore their roots, helping them understand where they come from and how they fit into the world. This personalized Irish kids' book will spark curiosity and excitement as your child learns about the beauty and uniqueness of Ireland. With just the wonder of real Irish traditions, culture, and history, this book brings Ireland closer to home, no matter where you are.
As you read together, you’ll share stories from your own life, and maybe even connect with family members or friends born in Ireland. Your child will be fascinated by questions like: Where does Mamó come from? What are the kids in Ireland like? What sports do Irish kids love to play? What is Irish food like, and what are the fun traditions they celebrate?
This is the perfect gift for any child who wants to learn about their heritage in a way that’s fun, engaging, and meaningful. Journey to Ireland will excite your child’s imagination and give them a deeper connection to the rich culture and vibrant spirit of Ireland. It’s a journey you’ll cherish together, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Oliver,
Your Journey to
Sharing this journey with you:
Mum
Ireland or Éire from the Gaelic language is a beautiful island-country. Also known as 'Emerald Isle', Ireland has green pastures, lush vegetation, soft rolling hills and some coastal mountains which make for lots of fun destinations for the holidays or just weekend getaways for families. The summer is a magical time in Ireland: lots of families love to spend summertime going to the sea or to a nearby lake, where children can try many
water sports, watch surfing on massive waves, play with the ball or build
sandcastles on the beach. In a warm day, you can all enjoy 99s.
Lots of kids go out walking in the summer to play in the fresh air. The highest peak in Ireland you can conquer when you are bigger is Carrauntoohil. Ireland has many fabulous castles, medieval tower houses to ruins perched by the sea or rivers. There you can go hiking, biking or you can have a picnic with your friends on a slower day.
Who in your family can tell you more about summer in Ireland? Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Are you curious about the winter in Ireland? Typically
you have clouds and rain with the occasional sunny spell.
Sometimes it is bucketing down and it almost never snows in the cities.
Kids do get to enjoy the snow on the mountains for some weeks
every year, Oliver. There, children take their sledge
for a ride or are happy out building a snowman.
Ice Skating is becoming more and more popular in Ireland, especially during the Christmas period.
New ice skating rinks are popping up all around the country featuring ice skating, ice hockey and ice dancing for all ages. Make sure to bring a jumper with you, in case of fierce weather out there. Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences when she was a child?
Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences when she was a child?
Anyone’s stomach will start to rumble
after playing sports, right?
Time to eat!
What do you think the Irish like to eat?
The Irish can be very proud of the country´s traditional folk dances and music.
Music is one of the biggest parts of Irish culture. Celtic harps are centuries-old traditional
Irish instruments. The original Irish harp was smaller, carved out of bogwood and did not have
a foot pedal as seen in modern instruments. This beautiful Irish musical instrument is traditionally played at weddings and funerals and has a special place in Irish culture. Also, have you tried playing a squeezebox?
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Oliver,
Your Journey to
Sharing this journey with you:
Mum
Your Journey to
Many, many years ago Mum came into this world. This was donkey's years before you were born, Oliver! Mum was born as you were, but she was not born in Switzerland, where you live now. Mum was born in Ireland, which is in a different country.
Let's share more about this wonderful place because, in a way,
a part of you also comes from Ireland.
This was donkey's years before you were born, Oliver!Mum was born as you were, but she was not born in Switzerland, where you live now. Mum was born in Ireland, which is in a different country.
Let's share more about this wonderful place because, in a way,
a part of you also comes from Ireland.
Here you can see a map of the world, Oliver.
Can you find the flag with a white cross on red background? Very good! This is where you are right now – in Switzerland!
The Irish flag is a vertical tricolour of green, white and orange.
Can you see it? That is where Ireland is.
with a white cross on red background?Very good! This is where you are right now – in Switzerland!
The Irish flag is a vertical tricolour of green, white and orange.
Can you see it? That is where Ireland is.
How far away is Ireland? With a car, you need around 24 hours, and you need to take a car-ferry or go through a long tunnel underwater on the way!
This is like going to bed, sleeping a full night and being awake one full day.
Wow… This is very, very long. You would have to take long breaks during the drive to eat, sleep and play, Oliver!
With a car, you need around 24 hours, and you need to take a car-ferry or go through a long tunnel underwater on the way!
This is like going to bed, sleeping a full night and being awake one full day.
Wow… This is very, very long. You would have to take long breaks during the drive to eat, sleep and play, Oliver!
It’s much easier to get there on
a plane, and the flight takes around 2 hours. Two hours is the time when we finish breakfast until we return from playtime to prepare lunch.
Ireland or Éire from the Gaelic language is a beautiful island-country. Also known as 'Emerald Isle', Ireland has green pastures, lush vegetation, soft rolling hills and some coastal mountains which make for lots of fun destinations for the holidays or just weekend getaways for families. The summer is a magical time in Ireland: lots of families love to spend summertime going to the sea or to a nearby lake, where children can try many
water sports, watch surfing on massive waves, play with the ball or build
sandcastles on the beach. In a warm day, you can all enjoy 99s.
Lots of kids go out walking in the summer to play in the fresh air. The highest peak in Ireland you can conquer when you are bigger is Carrauntoohil. Ireland has many fabulous castles, medieval tower houses to ruins perched by the sea or rivers. There you can go hiking, biking or you can have a picnic with your friends on a slower day.
Who in your family can tell you more about summer in Ireland? Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Maybe Mum has old photos from when she was a child.
What did she enjoy most as a child during the summer?
Are you curious about the winter in Ireland? Typically
you have clouds and rain with the occasional sunny spell.
Sometimes it is bucketing down and it almost never snows in the cities.
Kids do get to enjoy the snow on the mountains for some weeks
every year, Oliver. There, children take their sledge
for a ride or are happy out building a snowman.
Ice Skating is becoming more and more popular in Ireland, especially during the Christmas period.
New ice skating rinks are popping up all around the country featuring ice skating, ice hockey and ice dancing for all ages. Make sure to bring a jumper with you, in case of fierce weather out there. Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences when she was a child?
Can Mum tell you more about her winter experiences when she was a child?
How about the money used in Ireland and in Switzerland?
When you are out shopping, you’ve probably seen
the coins and banknotes used in Switzerland. They are called Swiss Franc.
They are called Swiss Franc.
In Ireland, the money is called the Euro. It is the same as money in other EU countries. Before the Euro, Ireland had its own money, which was called the Irish pound. Does Mum have some Euro or even maybe some old Irish pound coins to show you? Irish children put Euro coins in their piggy banks!
How exciting are the Irish traditional sports, Oliver?
This is the equipment used for playing some of Ireland’s
favourite sports. Gaelic games take centre stage in many
Irish families and traditions of playing sport and
watching it are present in many households.
Hurling is one of the fastest sports in the world and it has been around for thousands of years. Hurling is played with sticks known as ‘Hurls’ and a little ball known as a ‘Sliotar’.
Oliver, imagine playing it yourself in one of the largest stadiums in Europe, Croke Park!
Anyone’s stomach will start to rumble
after playing sports, right?
Time to eat!
What do you think the Irish like to eat?
The Irish find their food nurturing and full of memories. Some of the high-quality meat and dairy products are often found all over the world. Almost every family in Ireland has its own recipe for soda bread. Some like it sweet with a spoonful of honey, sugar or dried fruits. Others prefer sprinkled-in seeds, bran and oats for a health boost, or treacle and Guinness for the opposite effect. And you can indulge in the most popular national dish, the Irish stew, a thick, hearty dish of mutton, potatoes, and onions. Also delicious is boxty, a traditional potato pancake. Boiled bacon, boiled cabbage and boiled potatoes remain to this day a family favourite. What are Mum's favourite Irish dishes? Have you ever made Irish food together?
What are Mum's favourite Irish dishes? Have you ever made Irish food together?
The Irish can be very proud of the country´s traditional folk dances and music.
Music is one of the biggest parts of Irish culture. Celtic harps are centuries-old traditional
Irish instruments. The original Irish harp was smaller, carved out of bogwood and did not have
a foot pedal as seen in modern instruments. This beautiful Irish musical instrument is traditionally played at weddings and funerals and has a special place in Irish culture. Also, have you tried playing a squeezebox?
There are six Irish dance styles. Traditional Irish Step dancing is performed by male and female dancers in long lines, circles or as partnered reels with a fast tempo. Aren't all these lovely traditions, Oliver? Maybe Mum can show you some steps of a traditional dance and introduce you to the typical music?
Irish prize folkloric and social
traditions that largely derive
from and celebrate
the country’s rural past.
Ireland is well known as the birthplace of Halloween. It has been celebrated for thousands of years and was previously known as Samhain.
During this celebration, kids dress up
and go trick-or-treating, people decorate their homes,
pumpkins are carved and placed in the window
with a candle burning inside. These spooky festivities are lots of fun for the kids.
The Puck Fair is
one the oldest
festival in Ireland.
It involves the capture
of a wild goat from the mountains,
which is then brought to the town square and crowned ‘King Puck’ by a local schoolgirl.
After three days of festivities, the goat is returned to its home unharmed.
Who can tell you more about this and
other exciting adventures,
Oliver?
Everything in Ireland mixes beautifully: sports, music, dances, storytelling. The capital of
Ireland is Dublin. Besides its size, beautiful
architecture and good spirit of the locals,
Dublin has a significant literary history:
you may have already heard of the
story of Ulysses, written by
James Joyce, set in Dublin
which includes much
topical detail.
Also in Dublin,
you had the creator of
Dracula, Bram Stoker.
And when you grow bigger,
you will enjoy the works of
Yeats, Bernard Shaw, Beckett,
Oscar Wilde, Jonathan Swift,
Seán O'Casey, Brendan Behan,
Maeve Binchy, Roddy Doyle and many more.
Imagine how much
fun you will have
roaming the streets of
Dublin or playing with
other kids Gaelic football or
hurling, or imagine and explore
new worlds through the works
written by the great artists born
or who lived in Dublin before you.
What parts of Ireland has Mum
explored and enjoyed already?
Can she tell you more
about her favourite
places in Ireland?
Where exactly in Ireland does Mum
come from, Oliver?
You can mark the place on the map here!
Who else do you know in Ireland?
Where do they live?
Now you have learned so many things
about Ireland, haven’t you?
What do you find most exciting
about the country?
And what would you like to share with
your friends about Ireland?
They will enjoy learning more about this brilliant
country, where a part of you also comes from. Remember that Mum is always here for you
to share more about her story and to answer anything
you are curious to know.
So, ask any questions or revisit your favourite
parts of this book's journey to
Mum's home country!
Slán go foill!
Remember that Mum is always here for you
to share more about her story and to answer anything
you are curious to know.
So, ask any questions or revisit your favourite
parts of this book's journey to
Mum's home country!
Slán go foill!
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Journey to Ireland - F.A.Q.
Yes, you can! Our book allows you to include one or multiple children (brothers/sisters), along with the names of family members (Mum, Dad or the Grandparents or the favorite Aunt or just a good family friend), for a truly personalized experience. Each child's name will be featured throughout the story, making it special for all kids involved.
Yes! This book is designed for children up to 10 years old, with engaging stories and illustrations perfect for young readers and little ones listening along. Personalization makes it a family favorite. Parents and relatives often gift these personalized books to older kids too. The bespoke nature of each book ensures its appeal as a special present for kids of all ages.
Your book is custom-made just for you to ensure premium quality. Once you place your order, the book is sent to the printer within two hours. Production typically takes 3-4 business days, after which it’s shipped. Shipping can take from 1 day to over a week, depending on the destination country and the shipping method chosen at checkout. You can choose between express couriers, like DHL or FedEx, or slower, budget options with local post.
We offer worldwide delivery, so your book can reach you anywhere!
Yes, depending on the shipping method you choose at checkout. Our express and tracked shipping options include full tracking so you can follow your book’s journey to your door. For untracked orders (the most affordable option), tracking isn’t available. That’s why we ask for your WhatsApp number and email—to keep you updated every step of the way, no matter which shipping option you choose.
What our readers say
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Fiona O'Connor
As an Irish family living in the U.S., I wanted my children to learn more about our roots, and Journey to Ireland has been the perfect solution! The book is full of beautiful illustrations and engaging questions that bring our culture to life. It’s a fantastic way to stay connected to Ireland.
Brian Kelly
I had a small issue with my order while living in Canada, but I was amazed by the customer service! They responded quickly and resolved everything with such efficiency. The book is gorgeous, and my kids love learning about Ireland through it. I’m extremely happy with both the product and the service!
Siobhan Walsh
We’re a family of Irish descent living in Australia, and this book has been a fantastic way to teach our kids about Ireland. The personalized questions make it so interactive, and the quality is top-notch. There was a small delay in delivery, but the customer service team was very helpful and kept me updated.
Declan Murphy
I purchased Journey to Ireland for my children, and it’s become one of their favorites. The illustrations are beautiful, and the content is both educational and fun. We had an issue with the delivery date, but the customer service team was fantastic, quickly resolving the issue and ensuring our book arrived on time. I’m really impressed!
Dave O.
I’ve never had such a positive experience with an online order! The book was gorgeous, but it arrived slightly damaged. After reaching out to Cukibo, they sent a replacement that arrived quickly and in perfect shape. I couldn’t be happier!
