Build a Digital Storybook with Images and Text

A digital storybook is a story you build on a device using a combination of typed text, images, and sometimes sound or animation. Unlike a printed book, a digital storybook can be shared instantly with anyone, anywhere. Tools like Book Creator, Google Slides, or PowerPoint can all be used to make one.

Planning Your Story

• Choose a topic or story idea — it could be fiction or non-fiction.
• Decide how many pages your book will have (6–10 pages is a good start).
• Plan a beginning, middle, and end — a story structure helps readers follow along.
• Sketch rough ideas for each page before you start on the device.

Building the Storybook

1. Open your digital storybook tool and create a new project.
2. Add a cover page with a title, your name, and a picture.
3. For each page: type your text first, then add an image that matches.
4. Keep sentences short — one or two sentences per page works well.
5. Use images from a copyright-free source or draw your own digitally.
6. Add consistent colors and fonts so the book looks neat throughout.
7. Read through each page and fix any spelling mistakes.
8. Save and publish or share with your family or friends.

Images and Text Working Together

• Images should show what the text is describing — not something different.
• Place the image where it is easy to see alongside the text.
• Avoid covering text with an image.
• Use captions if an image needs extra explanation.