Aiden
Published a book, went viral on the news, and was recognized by a Virginia State Senator
The Story
Aiden was a 6th grader in the middle of a classic family argument: he wanted a phone, and his mom wasn't convinced he was ready. Instead of letting that conflict go nowhere, Personify helped him turn it into something meaningful. His mentor worked with him from the very beginning — helping him find his topic, shape his idea, write in his own voice, and publish a real book. That book, "Before You Get a Phone," is a peer-led guide for middle schoolers and parents navigating the transition to first-time smartphone ownership. After publishing, the book took on a life of its own: Aiden was interviewed by two TV news stations, recognized by a Virginia State Senator, and even recommended by an Amazon Influencer.
Outcomes
- Published "Before You Get a Phone" — a peer-led guide for middle schoolers
- Interviewed by two separate TV news stations
- Recognized with a letter from a Virginia State Senator
- Book recommended by an Amazon Influencer
Video Testimonial
TV Coverage
As seen on TV — Aiden's story went viral
After publishing his book, Aiden was interviewed by two TV news stations about "Before You Get a Phone" and what it takes to publish a book in 6th grade.
See the Proof
“Personify's mentor was a great mentor — he helped my son brainstorming, getting a topic, he helped all the way. Once the book was published, my son was covered by local and national news channels plus he got appreciation from a Virginia State Senator. The backbone was Personify. We are very happy and would definitely recommend Personify.”
— Ayesha, Aiden's Mom
How Aiden Did It
Match
Paired with a book-publishing specialist to turn his idea into a book
Build
Found his topic, wrote in his own voice, and published a real book
Ship
Went viral — two TV features and a State Senator's recognition