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🎁 Gift options for The Story Post

Give the gift of adventure and learning!

The Story Post makes an unforgettable gift for children ages 4-10. Our serialized mail subscription delivers physical letters packed with engaging storylines, interactive puzzles, and collectible items that spark imagination and creativity.

Delayed shipping for gift subscriptions

Planning ahead for a birthday, holiday, or special occasion? We've got you covered!

How it works:

  1. Purchase a Story Post subscription as normal through our shop
  2. Email us at hello@thestorypost.com with:
    • Your order number
    • Recipient's name
    • Your preferred start date for the letters
    • Any special instructions

We'll schedule the first letter to arrive on or near your requested date, and the remaining letters in the series will follow according to our regular weekly schedule.

Gift announcement postcard

Want something tangible to wrap and give now? We'll send a special announcement postcard to your address (or directly to the recipient) to announce their upcoming Story Post adventure!

How to request your gift postcard:

  1. After purchasing a subscription, email us at hello@thestorypost.com
  2. Include your order number and the mailing address for the postcard

The postcard will give a preview of the adventure that awaits without spoiling any of the mystery!

Why The Story Post makes a perfect gift

  • An Experience, Not Just Another Toy: In a world where birthdays and holidays often bring an overwhelming abundance of toys, give something that creates lasting memories instead of taking up shelf space
  • Screen-Free Entertainment: Encourage imagination without digital devices
  • Educational Fun: Each storyline weaves in real knowledge about dinosaurs, planets, animals, and more
  • Collectible Keepsakes: Trading cards, comic books, maps, and interactive guides that kids will treasure
  • Lasting Excitement: Six letters delivered over 6 weeks for extended joy beyond a one-time gift
  • Interactive Learning: Interactive mysteries that build critical thinking skills

Order today and give the gift of adventure through the mail!

Please note: Gift postcard requests and delayed shipping arrangements must be confirmed via email to hello@thestorypost.com after purchase. For holiday gift orders, please place your order at least 7 days before you need the gift postcard to arrive.