Choose clear, bright photos
Photos with good light and sharp faces give the AI better context and help the printed pages look cleaner.
Photo guide
How to choose photos for your personalized board book
The best Little Ratel books start with photos your child already recognizes: familiar faces, favorite moments, family routines, and clear expressions.
Use familiar faces
Include the child, close family members, caregivers, siblings, grandparents, or pets the child knows.
Include everyday moments
Bath time, meals, walks, cuddles, playtime, and routines often make the story feel more recognizable.
Pick a strong cover photo
The first photo becomes the front cover, so choose a clear image with a strong expression or moment.
Choose a meaningful back cover photo
The last photo becomes the back cover and can work well as a closing family moment.
Avoid blurry, dark, or low-resolution images
The upload review helps flag photos that may not print well before story generation begins.
Include milestone and family moments
Birthdays, first steps, holidays, visits, and favorite places can all help shape a stronger personalized story.
Make your child the hero of a book they can hold.
Start with 14 family photos, let AI create the first story draft, and preview every page before ordering.