Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Promise Fairy™?

The Promise Fairy™ is a children’s book and plush companion that helps families create meaningful traditions around kindness, responsibility, gratitude, and time together. It encourages children to make positive choices while creating more connection at home.

How does the tradition work?

Your child chooses a wish with a parent or caregiver, writes or draws it, and places it inside the Promise Fairy’s backpack. Throughout the month—or on a timeline that works for your family, you use the tradition to talk about kindness, responsibility, and positive choices.

What kinds of wishes can my child make?

Wishes should be meaningful and realistic for your family. They can be simple experiences such as baking cookies, going for ice cream, a movie night, a trip to the park, reading together, or special one-on-one time with a parent.

What if my child asks for something we cannot do?

Use it as a chance to talk together. Help your child choose a similar experience that works for your family right now. For example, if a Disney trip is not possible, you might choose a Disney movie night or visit a local store to explore favorite characters.

Does the tradition have to be monthly?

No. The monthly format is a guide, but every family can adapt it. For younger children, you may choose to do it weekly, focus on one value at a time, or keep the tradition simple.

Is The Promise Fairy a reward system?

The Promise Fairy is first and foremost a family connection tradition. It is not about perfection, punishment, or keeping score. Use it in the way that best fits your parenting style—whether that means recognizing effort, encouraging positive choices, or creating intentional family time.

How do parents decide whether to grant a wish?

There is no strict formula parents and caregivers can decide what feels right for their child and family. The goal is to have open conversations, notice effort, and encourage children to try again when they need support.

To make the tradition easier to follow, choose a simple, consistent schedule. For example, you might write a wish together every Sunday and decide whether to grant it every Friday. This helps children know what to expect while keeping the experience meaningful and flexible for your family.

What if my child does not earn the wish this time?

This is never about punishment. Talk about what went well, what can be practiced next time, and remind your child that every new week or month is another opportunity to try again.

Can my child take the Promise Fairy out of the backpack?

The Promise Fairy stays in the backpack to preserve the magic of the tradition. This gentle rule also helps children practice caring for something special and building self-control.

In the book’s story, a child’s birthday brings extra joy. That special moment is the one day your child may take the Promise Fairy out of the backpack. Afterward, the Promise Fairy returns to the backpack for the rest of the year.

How does the glitter magic work?

When you choose to grant a wish, you can create a small glitter surprise for your child to discover. The glitter should be stored and handled by a grown-up to preserve the magic of the Promise Fairy.