May 8, 2009
Watch your child become a published author with Tikatok
Growing-up my mom had a box where she kept the things my siblings and I created for her. Along the years some of that stuff got thrown away, some she passed on to me, and still some she keeps packed in an old box. As my daughters enter those "creative" years I often wonder — What am I going to do with all of that stuff?
It doesn't feel right to throw it away but, at the same time, my house is only so big and I can't imagine hanging on to every picture they draw or story they write, no matter how cute!
Tikatok has come up with a solution that I absolutely love, and I think you'll love it too!
Tikatok is an online book creator! That means there is no software to install on your computer. Simply create your story right on the website, upload your drawings or photos, and then select how many copies you want!
It really is that easy and the possibilities are endless — publish the story your child wrote this year in school, make a book showcasing the stack of drawings your little artist made, or publish one of those stories you wrote in grade school! And don't forget to order extra copies because you know grandma is going to want a copy, too!
I took the opportunity to create a book out of the little story I wrote right after my daughter was born. Getting started was a breeze! If you are still brainstorming your story, you can choose from one of the many topic ideas to get your creative juices flowing.
Or, if you already have your story written, choose to start a blank book. From there you simply upload and add images and enter the text. You can scan in the artwork your child created, use photos, or even send your images to Tikatok and they will upload them for you!
My favorite part about the Tikatok books is how professional they are! The printing is beautifully done and the books are offered in both hardcover and paperback. The books include a page where the author can write a dedication and even an "about the author" page!
You can even share your book online. Here is the book I made:
I was so impressed with Tikatok that I will definitely be using them to preserve my kids' artwork and stories. No more artwork boxes and file folders cluttering up my house!
Tikatok would like to get you started creating your child's book by giving away a $25 gift card to one 5 Minutes for Giveaways reader! To enter, simply leave a comment on this post by Friday, May 22. One winner will be announced Saturday, May 23. This contest is open to both US and Canadian shipping addresses.
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Written by 5 Minutes for Mom Contributing Editor: Stacey Lynn
Filed under Blog, Canadian Contests, Giveaway, Kids Stuff, Product Review by Stacey
126 Comments on Watch your child become a published author with Tikatok
#1 - Sheila Capell @ 3:18 pm
These look so cute! I'm all about limiting the boxes and boxes of saved artwork and preserving it all in books!!! SO GREAT, why didn't I come up with it?!?!
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#5 - Celeste @ 3:35 pm
Yes, please!
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#7 - Jenni @ 3:42 pm
My sister has done something similar on snapfish. I'd be interested to see how these turn out.
#8 - Lynne Kinsey @ 3:51 pm
What a wonderful idea. I wish they had it in the 80's when my daughter was growing up. Luckily we can use it for my granddaughter. We need to wait until she has a few more words in her vocabulary.
#9 - chyk @ 4:01 pm
how lovely
#10 - Mozi Esmes Mommy @ 4:11 pm
This would be so fun!
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#12 - AmyG @ 4:38 pm
How neat! My 7 yr old loves to draw & I have a little box that is overflowing with her drawings. This would be a great way for me to keep everything and save space. Thank you!
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#16 - Naomi @ 5:06 pm
wow, Roo would go nuts with this! I bet her story would include dogs, flowers, hearts, and lots of sparkles…
#17 - Aura @ 5:18 pm
My son says he wants to be an author when he grows up and with his wild imagination I wouldn't be surprised if he does.
#18 - Aura @ 5:19 pm
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#19 - Brian @ 5:57 pm
Wow. How cool. Instant keepsakes.
#20 - Brian @ 5:58 pm
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#22 - Heather @ 7:32 pm
This sounds very interesting! I'd love to try it out.
#23 - Heather @ 7:32 pm
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#24 - Sherry @ 8:03 pm
What a great idea! Would use for grandkids.
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#25 - Halifax @ 8:17 pm
My daughter likes to write stories of her own. This would be very handy. Thanks
#26 - Halifax @ 8:17 pm
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#29 - Just Mom @ 8:21 pm
Sounds great!
#30 - Just Mom @ 9:25 pm
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#32 - Jolene @ 9:33 pm
My oldest wrote a book about dinosaurs for my now 6 year old and the thought of turning that into a real published book would be so great for both of them.
#33 - gaby317 @ 11:18 pm
my nephew would love this! thx!
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#36 - Steph. @ 12:37 am
Awesome! I'd love to have this for my kids school work! I also subscribe to your newsletter and follow you on Twitter!
#37 - Donna Holmberg @ 2:09 am
What a marvelous way to preserve those memories forever.
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#40 - Brenda @ 11:11 am
My daughter would love this.
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#42 - Nancharee @ 2:10 pm
how awesome! Would love to write a book!
#43 - Rebecca @ 2:36 pm
This would be wonderful!
#44 - Rebecca @ 2:37 pm
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#46 - Emily @ 3:34 pm
Oh, my daughter would be thrilled to be published!
#47 - Emily @ 3:34 pm
I read about this on my Google reader, 'cause I'm subscribed!
#48 - Monkey's Mama @ 4:51 pm
This looks so fun!
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great keepsake idea
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#54 - Jen @ 5:51 pm
Very cool idea! My daughter would love this so much!
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#57 - Jen @ 5:53 pm
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#59 - Noreen @ 8:34 pm
My daughter is always making books and would love to make one that would last
#60 - Amy @ Cheeky Cocoa Beans @ 8:49 pm
I love this idea! My 12 year old has written several short stories, including a detective series. This would be so great!
#61 - Amy @ Cheeky Cocoa Beans @ 8:50 pm
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#63 - Amy @ Cheeky Cocoa Beans @ 8:51 pm
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#64 - One Frugal Girl @ 9:11 pm
I'd love to win!
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#67 - Dena @ 10:57 pm
My daughter would love this!
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#70 - Jessica T @ 11:43 pm
What a neat idea!
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#73 - Mama Zen @ 8:10 am
This would be so fun!
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#76 - Ginny @ 12:26 pm
My youngest daughter would absolutely love this!
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#79 - colleen hass mom of 8 @ 3:35 pm
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#83 - tiki11 @ 7:20 pm
Wow! My dauglhter would love this. What a good way to get her away from the TV.
#84 - Storm @ 8:15 pm
Thanks for this review. This is something I will definitely use.
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#85 - Sara @ 7:48 am
I would love to win this! Sara
#86 - ice @ 11:19 am
this is fun!
#87 - Angella @ 1:06 pm
I love this idea– thank you for the chance!
#88 - Madeline @ 1:18 pm
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#95 - Sweet Serendipity @ 7:54 am
Wow, this sounds like so much fun! Thanks for introducing me to Tikitok.
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#97 - b @ 10:32 pm
How fun! I am a subscriber! I would love to do one of these for each of my boys!
#98 - Cindy B. in Montana...now in Oklahoma @ 11:55 pm
This is absolutely awesome, so fun!!
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#103 - Aimee Nue @ 8:08 pm
I am a subscriber and would LOVE to win something like this for my daughter. I am such a sentimental person it would be AWESOME and So much FUN!
#104 - liz @ 10:01 pm
Wonderful Wonderful!!! On so many levels this is perfect! Thanks for sharing the resource - hope I win.
#105 - Amy Jung @ 7:44 pm
How cute is this!!!!
#106 - Angelique Fabozzi @ 9:30 pm
I would love to make a book for my daughter.
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#108 - Angela @ 9:16 pm
very cool
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#112 - Maureen @ 11:06 am
This is a great idea, My niece Mally is 7. She loves drawing, writing, she is so creative. This would be perfect for her. Thanks so much for the chance.
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#116 - Kim @ 2:06 pm
Adorable!
#117 - Terra Heck @ 10:57 am
This would be great for my son who loves to draw. It'd be nice for him to be able to preserve his artwork forever.
#118 - Terra Heck @ 10:57 am
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#119 - Amy B @ 9:05 pm
This looks like fun!
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#121 - 1stopmom @ 12:24 am
This is such a great idea! With four kids I could really use this.
#122 - Liz @ 9:13 am
My daughter would adore this!
#123 - Adrian @ 8:13 pm
Great idea! Thanks for offerring!
#124 - Elena @ 9:37 pm
Great idea. I'd love to try it out.
#125 - kelly p @ 10:04 pm
This would be so fun!
#126 - quinn @ 9:23 am
We'd love to try this concept!