"Beautifully written and illustrated
– I’m honoured!!"
-Wim Hof (AKA the Iceman)
Wim's Ice Odyssey
Into the cold we go — to find what we’re made of.
Step into a story that is as refreshing as a breath of cold air.
Wim’s Ice Odyssey invites children (and adults) into an icy adventure where courage grows, confidence builds, and inner strength comes alive.
Inspired by Wim Hof’s powerful philosophy, this rhyming tale turns the magic of the cold into a fun, uplifting journey that helps young readers discover what they’re truly capable of — with or without stepping into the water.
Courage isn’t something you wait for; it is something you create, and every child has it within them.
Breathe deep. Step in. Discover the power within.
What Your Child Will Learn
A beautifully illustrated children's book inspired by Wim Hof - Our young Wim's story helps to build courage, calm, confidence, and much more
Courage
Embrace new challenges.Step into new things with an open heart and brave spirit.
CALM & BREATHWORK
How to stay steady in tough moments. To breathe through big feelings, using basic breathwork to self-regulate, feel calm, focused, and powerful.
CONFIDENCE
Trust the power that already lives inside each of us. They are braver and stronger than they ever imagined.
BUILD BRAVE HABITS ONE STEP AT A TIME
From seeing a daily cold shower as a friendly challenge to using breath as their superpower for calm and focus.
Adventure
bringing families into the fresh air to explore, connect and discover the joy of stepping beyond the familiar.
RESILIANCE
See how to bounce back when things get difficult, turning challenges into growth.
The Cold is the challenge
- The fire inside is the reward.
To some readers, the cold in this story is a metaphor for life’s challenges; to others, it’s the challenge itself — both readings are true.Many children see the physical cold as something to avoid, and parents naturally have safety concerns — which is why the book includes a simple, dedicated safety section. It gently shows families how to approach cold‑water experiences responsibly, whether that’s a wild dip or just turning the shower a little cooler.
At a time when screens compete for every moment of a child’s attention, Wim’s Ice Odyssey offers something different — a reminder of the magic outdoors and the confidence that grows when we step slightly beyond our comfort zone. It’s an invitation for children and grown‑ups to rediscover adventure, safely and together.
Reviews
"Beautifully written and illustrated – I’m honoured!!!!"
Wim Hof AKA the Iceman
Little Wim is searching for a treasure until he discovers beauty in himself, as Wim says “Nature is our teacher”. It gives children a big motivation, something that in today's world is missing so much.A beautiful and important tool for every parent to use.
Now let's go change the world with Wim!
Ren. qualified WHM Trainer
I've just started cold water swimming and love it- I was looking for a way to get my hesitant 8-year son to come try it with me, this book worked a treat!
Lisa S . Mum and new cold water swimmer lover
Meet the Author + Illustrator
Jay Charlton : Author
A fashion designer by trade with her own ethical label, Jay was moved to put pen to paper, well finger to button whilst in the middle of her favourite lake, cold water swimming.,
Inspired by Wim Hof and his teachings. she took the plunge both into cold water and her debut book.
Learn more about Jay and the creation of her debut book here.
Steve Hutton : Illustrator
A fellow vegan, this earned Steve extra brownie points in Jay's eyes from the get-go, but it was his artistic brilliance and ability to illustrate a world that was in Jay's head that blew her away.
Steve is an accomplished author and illustrator with over 20 yrs experience.
with a passion for fantasy art.
Check out his Raven's Wand you'll be glad you did.