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Every year you build new memories with your family that you\u2019ll want to remember forever. While polaroids and printed photos<\/a> are a great way to showcase them, a photo album<\/a> ensures your pictures are cherished for years to come. Family albums also make great gifts or keepsakes. Surprise your mom with a unique family album of last year\u2019s holidays or gift your sister a book of your favorite moments as kids.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re unsure where to start, we\u2019ve gathered eight family photo books<\/a> ideas, perfect for any occasion.<\/p>\n

1. Annual Family Photo Book<\/h2>\n

Your year is filled with activities, sports, vacations and milestones. An annual yearbook allows you to recap some of your favorite moments and memories including holidays and birthdays. Play around with album covers and recreate the same one each year to see how you\u2019ve all grown.<\/p>\n

2. Graduations and Milestones<\/h2>\n

If several members of the family graduated, you can compile all of those photos together in one book. Include the ceremonies, graduation party<\/a> photos and the graduates with some of their best friends and teachers. These photo books will make great gifts for moms, dads and grandparents.<\/p>\n

3. Time with Mom and Dad<\/h2>\n

Time spent with mom and dad no matter at what age, is precious. If there is a special place you frequent together, a memorable bonding moment or any fun adventure you\u2019ve experienced with as a little one, create a special piece that you can gift them when they get older. It\u2019ll surely bring back the sweetest childhood memories.<\/p>\n

4. A Book of Firsts<\/h2>\n

Firsts are once in a lifetime moments. Whether it\u2019s baby\u2019s first steps, first Christmas<\/a> or even first vegetable, a collection of these will make you smile every time you open the pages. Share these special moments with your loved ones, especially those who are far away. It will make them feel closer to home.<\/p>\n

5. The Changing Seasons<\/h2>\n

Seasons come with such a variety of things to do: fun in the sun, Halloween parties<\/a>, ice skating and beautiful flower fields. Reminisce on all your favorite family traditions and work on creating new ones for future years to come. This photo album idea can be made any time of the year.<\/p>\n

6. Generations and Family Tree<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve ever considered making a family tree collage<\/a>, you should also consider a \u201cgenerations\u201d photo book to go along with it. Great-grandparents, grandparents and parents have molded some of the best family traditions that have been passed on throughout the years. Gathering pictures of them along with new members of the family can not only be beautiful, but educational as well.<\/p>\n

7. Black and White<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s real beauty in black and white images. It gives the photo a timeless look and emphasizes emotions in a way that color doesn\u2019t. Gather your favorite black and white photos and make each spread a different theme such as \u201cus\u201d, “family\u201d and \u201cplaces.” Flip through the pages and get inspired for your next artistic photo project<\/a>.<\/p>\n

8. Family Vacations<\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019ve been around the world, on fun weekend getaways or road trips, family vacations<\/a> are always filled with everlasting memories. If you\u2019re looking for a unique gift for a college student, this would make the perfect keepsake to take with them on their new journey away from home. Take all your family vacation photos and add them to a personalized family photo book<\/a> that will remind you every day of your most wonderful memories.<\/p>\n

Additional Family Album Ideas<\/h2>\n

The great thing about a photo book is that it can be about anything. Scroll through your Instagram photos<\/a> or recent digital album to gather your favorite picks. Below are some more themes you can base your album around.<\/p>\n