Every Student, A Published Author.
A story they’ll cherish for the rest of their lives.
Every student in your class writes and publishes their very own professionally illustrated, personalized book, with themselves as the main character.
It’s a fun, creative project that builds confidence, improves writing skills, and ends with a class celebration — all at NO COST TO YOUR SCHOOL.
Get your free digital publishing kit by filling out the form on this page.
Set up your class by signing up and adding your students.
Send flyers home to parents to get them ready for their child’s class activity!
Students complete worksheets, write their books, and you send them for printing.
Once the books arrive, celebrate with your students as published authors.
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Build My Story was a hit in my classroom! My students got to imagine who they wanted to be when they grow up, the challenges they’d overcome, and see it all come to life in their own personalized book. It was simple to run, took very little of my time, and made every child feel seen. They were so proud – we’ll absolutely be doing it again.
– Sally Cook, 5th Grade
I couldn’t believe how tech savvy my Grade 2 students were! Build My Story made it so fun and easy. They created their own books from start to finish and felt like real authors. The whole process was smooth and seeing their excitement was the best part.
– Jenine Sharma, 2nd Grade
See The Program In Action
Benefits
Boosts Writing confidence
Every student sees their ideas come to life in print. Even reluctant writers feel proud. This project helps every child find their voice.
Make Learning Fun
Students light up when they make their own books. It’s a project they’ll never forget. Learning becomes something they love.
Every Child Tells Their Story
Every student gets to be the star of their own story. No competitions, no exclusions. Everyone’s imagination matters.
A Keepsake They’ll Treasure
These aren’t just printed papers. They’re beautifully illustrated, softcover storybooks. Families love keeping them for years.
Why Build My Story Is Free
Every student deserves to become a published author, no matter the school’s budget. That’s why Build My Story is completely free for teachers and classrooms. No kits to buy, no subscriptions, no hidden fees.
We provide everything: flyers, worksheets, publishing tools, and support. So how is that possible?
How It Works
Families simply have the option to purchase a printed copy of their child’s book for $19.95. There’s no obligation, and every student still becomes a published author.
- ✓ Every student creates and receives a free digital flipbook
- ✓ Your class gets a free classroom account and dashboard
- ✓ You’ll receive ready-to-send flyers with a QR code for families to preview the book and place an order (if they choose)
Most parents love having a lasting keepsake, but there’s no pressure to buy.
No matter what, every student creates their own personalized storybook and gets to celebrate their work.
Publishing Requirements
- Each student needs access to a device like a Chromebook, iPad, or anything that can open our web app.
- Flyers must be sent home both before the project begins and after it’s completed.
- Each student brings home a flyer, and you collect a simple yes/no response from parents about ordering. This is what allows us to offer the program at no cost.
FAQs
No. Every student receives a free digital copy and PDF of their book, so no child is left out. Printed copies are optional and available for families who wish to purchase them.
Shipping typically takes up to 10 business days in the U.S. and up to 14 days in the U.K & Europe. Delivery times may vary slightly depending on volume and location, but you’ll receive tracking info as soon as your books ship.
Yes. Many teachers choose to run Build My Story during their narrative writing unit, often in Trimester 2 or 3. The program is flexible and can be used at any point in the year when it aligns with your scope and sequence.
Build My Story is a fun and creative add-on to your writing curriculum. It works well during narrative or creative writing units and helps students practice story structure, voice, and revision. Teachers often use it as a final project that gives students something they can be proud to publish.
No student is left out. Every child receives a free digital book and printable PDF. Printed books are optional for families, and some schools choose to cover the cost or include it in student materials fees. We are also happy to work with teachers at Title I schools to explore grant or funding options.
Yes. Many teachers start with one classroom or a small creative writing class. Your teacher dashboard lets you manage multiple classes, but you’re welcome to begin small and scale up if it fits your goals.
This project works best in ELA, literacy, or creative writing settings. If you’re a math, science, or social studies teacher, feel free to pass it along to your school’s ELA department or curriculum lead. Some teachers have also used it cross-curricularly for storytelling around science experiments or historical narratives.
