Your paragraph text (26).png — From a customized monogram to a thoughtful note, here are a few creative ways to say congrats.

Deseret Book

The secret to a meaningful graduation gift is all in the personalization. Here are five easy ideas for reminding a graduate of who they are and encouraging them in who they’re becoming.

1. Add a Custom Touch with Their Name or Initials

A fresh set of scriptures or hardbound journals makes a classic, practical gift for graduation. But you can make it even more thoughtful by adding their name or monogram to the cover, ensuring they have a customized keepsake to carry with them to college, their mission, or wherever this next stage takes them.

Tip: Deseret Book makes this easy! Eligible books will have a “Personalize This Product” checkbox beside them. Click this, type in your graduate’s name or initials, then choose your favorite letter style.

Compact Quad Combination

A compact-sized, simulated leather quadruple combination scripture is great to personalize with an imprinted name. It comes in four stunning new colors: Dusty Rose, Pacific Blue, Walnut, and Black. The set contains the standard works of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: The King James Version of the Holy Bible, Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price.

2. Tuck a Thoughtful Bookmark Between Book Pages

Share guidance with a faith-promoting book and a personal note. First, find a book you think your graduate will appreciate. Then, choose an eye-catching bookmark to include in the book. You could even write a note of encouragement on the back of the bookmark for them to stumble upon when they need it most.

Here are some of our favorite picks for graduates.

“Direct Messages”

Drawn from recent social media posts, Direct Messages: Words from God’s Prophets to You gathers powerful, faith-filled teachings from the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. This book shares timely messages that the prophets and apostles felt inspired to share with the world right now.

“Learning the Great Fundamentals”

In Learning the Great Fundamentals, Dallin H. Oaks shares insights drawn from a lifetime of studying and teaching the core doctrines of the gospel. His reflections invite us back to the foundations so that our faith isn’t fragile but firmly grounded in Jesus Christ.

“Now Is Your Time”

In this concise, approachable book, Russell M. Nelson shared crucial teachings with the rising generation about making choices now that will lead to true and lasting joy.

Kate Lee bookmarks

Featuring Kate Lee’s watercolor paintings, these tasseled bookmarks can be thoughtful reminders or gifts for any book lover.

3. Leave Your Testimony in the Margins

One special way to give a gift that keeps on giving is to write your testimony or personal insights in a scripture set or general conference journal. Then, every time your graduate uses the gift, they’ll be reminded of you and your witness of the gospel.

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General conference study journal

Study, teach, and take notes on the April 2026 general conference talks—all in one place! This best-selling journal edition is available now.

4. Share a Favorite Art Print for Their New Space

Whether their next adventure takes them to a dorm, the MTC, or a new apartment, any grad would appreciate uplifting art for their space. Select a beautiful print, like a temple photo or painting of the Savior, and then write a note about why it brings you peace. This set of mini prints is a beautiful opportunity to testify of Christ:

“Expressions of Jesus” mini prints

Featuring twelve 3×4" portraits of Christ from the best-selling book Expressions of Jesus, this mini print pack is perfect for gifting, framing, or personal inspiration.

5. Upgrade the Gift Tag with a Memorable Quote

Set the tone for your graduation gift by including words of wisdom on the gift tag. If you’re looking for ideas, this book includes profound quotes from Latter-day Saint women:

“With Power and Authority”

With quotes from over 40 individuals, organized in over 50 doctrinal topics, this book is a testament that righteous women can and do speak with power and authority from God. Their words offer encouragement, guidance, and a witness that faithful women have the capacity to lead and influence the world.

Check out Deseret Book for other creative and intentional graduation gifts.

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