Seashell Stories – Children’s Folklore Book

Client: Plan International Jordan

For Plan International Jordan, I designed the full layout and created all illustrations for an 80-page children’s folklore book.

The project is part of the “Bedtime Stories for Brave Children” initiative. The book blends Palestinian folklore with psychosocial storytelling, creating a safe and comforting reading experience for children.

My role focused on:

  • Full book layout design (cover, interior pages, typography, visual flow)
  • Visual identity development for the series
  • Character design (Maryam, Aboud, and recurring folklore characters)
  • Creating 50+ original illustrations
  • Designing consistent spreads that balance text and image
  • Preparing print-ready files

The visual style was developed to feel warm, gentle, and culturally rooted. The illustrations support emotional storytelling and reflect familiar Palestinian environments — from Gaza’s shorelines to village homes, orchards, and deserts.

The result is a cohesive, child-friendly book that supports psychosocial engagement through thoughtful design and visual storytelling.


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