Top Publishing FAQs
How do I change my publishing date?
Your publishing date is flexible and can be changed as often as you need to fit your schedule. You can change your publishing date at any time and as often as you need.
Be sure to have your Customer ID handy, it can be found in any recent email, or on your Final Order Checklist that was included with your publishing kit.
How do I finalize my book project?
Watch our Finalization Process Videos for step-by-step instructions to complete your project.
Where do I find my Customer ID?
Your Customer ID is a 6-digit number that can be found in any recent email, or on your Final Order Checklist that was included with your publishing kit. You can also find your Customer ID in the Publishing Portal on the Dashboard.
If I (or another teacher) ordered multiple kits for more than one classroom, do we use the same Customer ID?
Yes! If you (or your co-teacher) ordered kits for several teachers to use, you will all use the same Customer ID to finalize your books.
Our system will recognize your entry as separate from your co-teachers, even though you are all using the same Customer ID number, and will provide you with your own Order Confirmation ID number specific for your book project, when you finalize.
What if I forgot the password to my account?
If you forgot your account password, select the “Forgot your password?” button and we will send you a passcode to your email inbox. After you copy and paste your code into the screen, you will be prompted to create a new password.
Please allow up to 5 minutes for the passcode to be delivered to your inbox. If you do not receive a passcode, you can request assistance in our Care Center.
How many pages are in each Publishing Kit?
- The Classbook kit comes with 66 pages: 33 for text and 33 illustration pages.
- The Individual Book kit comes 14 pages: 7 for text and 7 illustration pages.
- Both kit types include a worksheet for the cover illustration, Title Page, Dedication Page, text and illustration pages and an About the Author(s) Page
How long does it take to get the published books back?
Your Publishing Kit(s) should arrive at our facility on or before your reserved publishing date. We recommend shipping your kit(s) one week before your publishing date, with the return label provided. Once your books arrive, be sure to check your books and order within 10 days.
Standard: Your published books will be delivered within 20 business days of arrival at our facility. Keep this in mind when planning for a publishing party or your last day of school.
Holiday: Kit(s) received at Studentreasures by November 21, 2025 will guarantee arrival of your published books by December 15, 2025. We recommend shipping by November 14, 2025 to ensure enough time for transit to Studentreasures.
Winter Break: Kit(s) received at Studentreasures on November 24, 2025 through mid-January, your published books will arrive the first week of February 2026.
For non-contiguous U.S. states, U.S. territories and Canada: Orders will be processed upon arrival at our facility. Please note delivery dates cannot be guaranteed due to potential delays with shipping logistics and customs beyond our control.
When and how do parents order copies of their child’s book?
Parents can pre-order their own copy starting at $25.95 with the parent order forms included in your publishing kit. Parents are under no obligation to purchase a copy and the teacher’s book is still free. With the classbook program, in exchange for the free book publishing kit and deluxe, hardcover copy for the teacher, we ask that parents have the opportunity to pre-order a copy of the classbook, too. That’s it. We ask that you return all order forms, including those choosing not to pre-order, when you submit your book for publishing.
During the planning or writing process, simply distribute the Parent Order Forms and envelopes provided in your kit. Parents should sign the form, indicate whether or not they wish to purchase a copy and return it to you in the envelope provided. Then, you return all forms with your completed Publishing Kit. Parents can also order copies of their child’s book online. We’ve made it easy to share the fun of your publishing project. Parent order forms are included in your publishing kit and printable send-home note templates are available online.
Are parents required to purchase a copy of the book?
What if parents don’t return the order forms?
Are there any guarantees on the published books?
What is the difference between the three book options?
Softcover books feature full-color printing, non-glossy paper bound in an 8.5″ X 11″ softcover.
Standard books feature full-color printing and a glossy 8.5” X 11” hardcover.
Deluxe books feature an 8.5”x 11” matte cover for a sophisticated, smudge-resistant finish and are bound with thicker, more durable cerulean blue end sheets.
Check out this video to learn more about our published book options.
Can we write on both sides of the pages?
Can I add a photo on my cover worksheet?
If you’re using Scripsi, just upload your photo and place it onto the cover page. We recommend using only high-resolution images for the best results.
How do I achieve the best, most colorful results when creating my book?
- For illustrating, use washable markers because they produce the most vivid reprints (try to stay away from the bright neon colors as they do not reproduce well).
- For writing, use black ink. Do not use colored pencils or crayons, as they do not reproduce well when printed.
Can I put photos on the illustration pages of a paper kit?
Can I paste and glue photos onto the kit pages?
How do I print on lined pages?
We suggest using Scripsi, our online bookmaker, if you know you will be typing your stories.
Can we use White-Out on the pages?
How does the National Book Challenge Work?
The #NationalBookChallenge is a contest open to any classroom that publishes a book.
Here’s how it works:
- All books submitted to Studentreasures for publishing by May 31st of each year are automatically entered into the National Book Challenge.
- All finalists will receive printable participation ribbons and certificates.
- Judges will review all entries submitted and select semi-finalists, finalists and winners based on originality, storyline and illustration.
Here’s what you could win:
Finalist Prizes
- Up to 50 finalists will be selected and awarded a $50 Gift Card. All finalists will receive a printable certificate featuring their book cover.
Winner Prizes
- Each of the top three winners chosen will receive a classroom set of their book, a winner ribbon and a printable certificate featuring their book cover, plus, one of the following grant prizes for your school:
- A $500 school grant will be awarded to the overall third-place winner.
- A $1,000 school grant will be awarded to the overall second-place winner.
- A $5,000 school grant will be awarded to the overall first-place, grand prize winner!
Official Rules
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Open to educators in U.S., U.S. Territories and Canada, who are legal residents of the 50 United States (including the District of Columbia) or Canada(excluding Quebec), 18 years of age or older and the age of majority in his/her state/province of residence at the time of entry, and who are teachers of grades PreK-12 who teach in a registered public school, home school or accredited private school. Void outside these geographic areas and where prohibited. Starts 12:00 AM ET on 06/01/25; ends at 11:59PM ET on 05/31/26. For entry instructions, prize details and Official Rules, click here. Sponsor: Studentreasures, LLC, 1345 SW 42nd Street, Topeka, Kansas 66609.
When do I need to ship my completed Publishing Kit?
Ship your completed kit(s) and materials one week prior to your publishing date so that they arrive at our facility on or before your reserved date. Pack your completed kit(s) in the box that they arrived in and be sure to use the UPS label provided (U.S. and Canadian customers).
How do I ship my kit(s)?
Where do I indicate my Teacher Name/Author Name and School Name for our book cover?
Click here to complete your Order Confirmation Page in just a few easy steps then print your Order Confirmation Page to return with your publishing kit(s).
What do I do with any unused materials?
Will I be informed when you receive my completed kit to be published?
Absolutely! We will send you an email confirmation when your books are in production!
If you’d like to keep track of your package as it makes its way back to us, write down your tracking number that is printed on your UPS label. You can log on to UPS.com and enter your tracking number the day after you ship to follow its progression back to our facility!
Questions? Visit our Care Center and request assistance from our Customer Care Team. We are always happy to help!
Can I send a late parent order and where will their book be shipped?
How is Scripsi better than other online book makers?
Scripsi is the only online publishing program created just for schools to help teachers guide their students through the writing process, and it offers the following unique benefits:
- Exclusive design allows teachers to create and send revision notes and messages with feedback on each student’s pages.
- Students create their book digitally and can access their work from school or at home using their own logins. Plus, each student can work simultaneously on their own page(s).
- Simple intuitive design.
- The only book-making program to allow complete flexibility in formatting your book. You and your students choose where images and text go and every page can be full-color.
- Safe and secure, log-in and password protected to preserve the work of each student.
- Many font options and CharActer level formatting so students can really get creative!
- Illustrate with ease by taking advantage of our library of clip art and enhanced drawing tools for doodles, or by uploading photos or scanning in artwork.
Is my name going to end up on a mailing list?
No. Your privacy is important to us. Your contact information will not be shared and is used solely for communicating with you about your child’s book.
Does the online book include a published copy or does it remain online?
Yes, each book created, whether through our online publishing software (Scripsi) or with paper kits, will be made into a published book.
Can you print books in braille?
Currently, we do not have the specialize printing equipment required to produce the raised dots required for braille.
Parent FAQs
Are there any guarantees on the published books?
What is the difference between the three book options?
Softcover books feature full-color printing, non-glossy paper bound in an 8.5″ X 11″ softcover.
Standard books feature full-color printing and a glossy 8.5” X 11” hardcover.
Deluxe books feature an 8.5”x 11” matte cover for a sophisticated, smudge-resistant finish and are bound with thicker, more durable cerulean blue end sheets.
Check out this video to learn more about our published book options.
I have an issue with my order. What should I do?
Please visit our Care Center to request assistance - we’d be happy to help!
I don’t have a credit/debit card. How can I order?
No worries, we also accept checks and money orders. We don’t recommend it, but we do accept cash.
Send the money and order form to the teacher if the book has not been published yet.
- If the book has already been published and sent back to the school, include the Pin # for the book and the address where you want the books delivered.
Mail payment to us at:
Studentreasures Publishing
1345 SW 42nd St
Topeka, KS 66609
Do you offer any discounts for parents to order copies of the book?
Yes! When parents pre-order copies of their child’s book online they can save on shipping and handling as well receive discounted rates on the price of book copies. Simply click here to start saving.
I purchased copies of my child’s book, when will my check be cashed?
Great question! It really depends on when we receive the completed publishing materials from your child’s teacher. This varies for each teacher and is based on when they plan on publishing with their class. Please contact your child’s teacher to find out when their publishing date is!
We will make every effort to cash your check within 10 business days of receiving the completed publishing materials from your child’s teacher.
Please keep in mind, for any returned checks, a Studentreasures check collection vendor may electronically re-present your returned check for the face amount, plus a processing fee of $30.00 (or legal limit) plus applicable sales tax. Nonpayment may result in reporting to the credit agencies, which could negatively impact your credit score. You can contact us by email at info@studentreasures.com
My child’s book has an error. How can this be fixed?
Please visit our Care Center to request assistance - we’d be happy to help!
I never received the book I ordered, what should I do?
Please visit our Care Center to request assistance - we’d be happy to help!
Do you publish with home schools?
Yes! Learn more about our homeschool program here.
Can I order a kit for my child or grandchild?
Yes! Our Studentreasures Author Kit includes everything a child needs to write, illustrate and publish a professionally bound, hardcover book at home! Click here to learn more and order your kit.
Free Classbook Project FAQs
What is a classbook?
What is in a Publishing Kit?
Our easy-to-use kit contains all the materials necessary to create your masterpiece. The kit includes a Title Page, Dedication Page, About the Author(s) Page, text and illustration pages and a worksheet for the cover illustration. We also provide a free teacher’s guide to walk you through the publishing process. You can also visit our Teacher’s Lounge for a variety of free resources, as well as printable kit materials if you need extras.
How many pages are in each Publishing Kit?
Is the classbook publishing kit really free?
Parents can pre-order their own copy starting at $25.95 with the parent order forms included in your publishing kit. Parents are under no obligation to purchase a copy and the teacher’s book is still free. We ask that you return all order forms, including those choosing not to pre-order, when you submit your book for publishing. We’ve made it easy to share the fun of your publishing project. Parent order forms are included in your publishing kit and printable send-home note templates are available online.
What is the “no” form about and why do parents have to sign to not order a book?
Is there a minimum student participation requirement to receive the free deluxe, hardcover book?
Can any grade create a classbook?
School is already underway; can I still start a publishing project this year?
I have a full schedule this year, can I still publish?
How do I participate?
What is a publishing date?
Can we write about any topic?
Are parents required to purchase copies?
When and how do parents order copies of their child’s book?
Are there any guarantees on the published books?
What is the cost of a published book?
Do you offer a referral program?
Yes, we do! Refer a friend or colleague and earn $100 in Amazon.com Gift Cards when they publish!* It’s easy to register, share & get rewarded. Here’s the link to start referring teachers and earning rewards!
You will receive one (1), $10 Amazon.com Gift Card for the first new classbook customer you refer, when they publish their book by May 31.
You will receive one (1), $15 Amazon.com Gift Card, for the second new classbook customer you refer, when they publish their book by May 31.
You will receive one (1), $25 Amazon.com Gift Card for the third new classbook customer you refer, when they publish their book by May 31.
You will receive one (1), $50 Amazon.com Gift Card for the fourth new classbook customer you refer, when they publish their book by May 31.
For each subsequent referral, you will receive one (1), $15 Amazon.com Gift Card for each new classbook customer when they publish their book by May 31.
Your qualified referral will receive one (1), $10 Amazon.com Gift Card, when they order their classbook publishing kit and publish their book between August 1 and May 31.
The Classbook Referral Program runs from June 1 - May 31 of each year. Member rewards start over on June 1st of each year. When referrals publish, they will count towards the current reward year, even if they ordered their publishing kit in a previous reward year.
*To be eligible, after you become a member your referrals must order through your unique referral link and must be a new customer, currently teaching grades PreK-6 and publish their classbook by May 31, 2026. A minimum of 12 students per class is required to participate in creating your FREE, classbook due to its collaborative nature. To qualify as a new customer, your referral must not have published a book with Studentreasures in the last two (2) years. You will receive email notification when your referrals order and publish their classbooks. Your gift card(s) will be automatically emailed to you after each referral’s classbook is published and their account is approved. Gift card(s) issued are to be used for classroom supplies and must be redeemed within one year of the date issued. Restrictions apply, see Amazon.com/gc-legal.
Have specific questions about the referral program? Email us at referral@studentreasures.com.
We reserve the right to change or remove this offer at any time.
Publishing Portal FAQs
What is the Publishing Portal?
Who can use the Publishing Portal?
The Publishing Portal is open to all participants in Studentreasures’ publishing programs. Whether you’re part of our Classbook, Scripsi, Premier or Individual programs, you can access the portal if your publishing date is set for the current school year.
How do I activate my kit?
Activating your kit is easy! Simply go to portal.studentreasures.com, create your account and follow the steps to set up your classroom. That’s it!
Do I have to set up a classroom for each new classbook project I do?
Yes, for each classbook project you do, you will need to add a classroom in your Publishing Portal account. This helps to keep all of your publishing projects easily organized. Simply log into your account, go to “My Classrooms”, select “Add Classroom” and fill out the information for your new classbook project.
Do I need to activate each kit I order?
If you ordered more than one kit, you will only activate the kit(s) you plan to publish for your classroom. Each teacher publishing with you will need to activate their own kit(s). If, however, you will be using more than one kit for your classroom, you will activate each one.
What is a Class Code?
A Class Code is a unique code generated specifically for your classroom. This code is only for parent use. Give parents your Class Code when it’s time to pre-order copies of your book - this code makes the ordering process quick and easy for parents when they order online.
Is my Class Code the same each year?
No, your Class Code is unique to your classroom’s current publishing project. For every publishing project you do, you will be given a new Class Code for that project.
Where do I find my Class Code?
Once you log into the Publishing Portal, you can locate your Class Code on the dashboard in the same box that has your classroom name, book title and Customer ID.
Can I change my publishing date in the portal? How do I do that?
It’s easy! Simply log into the Publishing Portal and click on your Publishing Date in the dashboard. Select your new publishing date and we’ll take care of the rest. That’s it!
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