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This SY was my 10th year to have partnership with School Mate Publishing in producing our 2nd grade class book. I am very pleased with School Mate Publishing. It never fails to deliver their promise... See more
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I was able to communicate with staff with just a phone call, everything on the website was step-by-step EASY! The finished books were delivered as expected and I was notified through UPS as soon as th... See more
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This was an incredible experience for my third-grade students! They were so excited and proud to receive their books after all their hard work. Throughout the entire process, the staff at School Mate... See more
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School Mate® Publishing offers classroom publishing to transform students into published authors by turning their writings and drawings into one combined, hardcover classroom book. Everyone wins, as students learn about the publishing process, teachers can use a classroom book for project-based learning, and parents enjoy lasting books that become treasured keepsakes.
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- When we say there is NO COST TO YOUR SCHOOL, we really mean it. As a teacher, you can request a FREE Publishing Kit that includes everything you need to start publishing your classroom book. We even include a prepaid UPS shipping label for when you are ready to send us your order. You will also receive 1 FREE high quality hardcover book for your classroom when you meet our publishing requirements. In exchange, we ask that parents have the chance to purchase copies of the hardcover classroom book. It's that simple.
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U.S. 30 3212, 68847, Kearney, United States
- 800-516-8339
- schoolmatepublishing.com
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Creative, Inspiring, and Great Support!!
Overall, I had a great experience. The process was smooth, the communication was excellent, and the team answered all of my questions clearly. The experience also inspired me to explore new ideas to help develop my students' creativity.
My only concern is the quality of the book. It feels a little fragile when it is opened completely, so I worry about how well it will hold up with frequent use. Other than that, I am very satisfied with my experience and would recommend it.
June 24, 2026
Reply from School Mate Publishing
Thank you for your feedback! We're happy to hear that the process was easy to follow and sparked new ways to encourage your students’ creativity. We also appreciate your thoughts on the books durability. Our use of stitched binding, hardback covers and durable glossy pages are designed to last years of use. Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing us. We truly appreciate your support and wish you and your students all the best!
the kids loved it!
The kids loved making the books. The families loved looking at the books! Can't wait to do it again next year
June 16, 2026
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Thank you!
The kit was helpful
The kit was helpful, but the example book I got was different then the board sequence you want the book pages to look like. I got confused and asked questions but the answer was not clear. Quick responses when I sent an email, which was nice.
June 15, 2026
tHAT ITS EASY TO PUT TOGETHER AND VERY…
tHAT ITS EASY YO BUT TO GETHER AND VERY INFORMATIVE ON THE STEPS TO PUBLISH FOR FAMILIES.
June 10, 2026
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Thank you!
Great Quality!
Wonderful product! Have been using this company to publish our class stories for years. Timely delivery and always happy with results.
June 16, 2026
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Thank you!
Easy ordering process and the books…
Easy ordering process and the books came out great!
June 15, 2026
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Thank you!
The books turned out fantastic
The books turned out fantastic! The only concern I had was the delay of receiving them. They were supposed to arrive the last week of May before school got out and they did not arrive until June 12th. The parents then had to go pick them up from the front office instead of me just being able to send them home in bookbags… Overall, the books turned out awesome, but the turn around time was frustrating.
June 12, 2026
Reply from School Mate Publishing
Thank you for your feedback, we are happy to hear that your books turned out great! A member of our team will be reaching out to you directly to go over our production schedule and share recommendations on how to help prevent delays on future projects. We appreciate you trusting School Mate to publish your keepsake and look forward to working with you again in the future!
The books look amazing
The books look amazing, as always! Thank you for the opportunity for my students to become "published authors"!
June 5, 2026
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Product came out great, but completion and delivery took a long time
Product came out great! All templates were easy to access. Creation, submission, ordering and parent communication were easy. Actual delivery of product took MUCH longer than estimated. Little to no communication about delay in printing/delivery. Reached out several times for an update.
June 5, 2026
Reply from School Mate Publishing
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear that you were happy with the finished books and found the process easy to navigate.
We apologize for the longer-than-expected production time. While we always strive to meet our estimated ship dates, production times can fluctuate due to the high volume of classroom book projects being processed during our peak season.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated! If you would like to provide your Class ID or order number, we would be happy to review the account and provide additional insight into the delay.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of such a special project for your students and families. We appreciate your patience and look forward to working with you again in the future.
This was my first experience publishing…
This was my first experience publishing a class book. Your website was very user friendly. I loved how easy it was for families to purchase copies of our book online. When I had a question about ordering information, I was able to speak with someone and get a quick answer. Overall, I am very pleased with my first experience of using School Mate Publishing!
June 4, 2026
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Perfect except shipping issues
The book came out perfect and we loved it. The only thing was the shipping timing it said we would get it by the end of the school year but we didn’t and when I called they said that is just an estimated time. So the kids had to wait until the beginning of the school year to get the book.
June 4, 2026
Reply from School Mate Publishing
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you and your students loved the finished product.
We sincerely apologize that the books arrived after the school year ended. While we always strive to meet our estimated ship dates, production times can fluctuate due to the high volume of classroom book projects being processed during our peak season. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding, and we're honored to have been part of creating such a special keepsake for your class. We look forward to working with you again in the future!
Preschoolers can do it too
My preschoolers created individual artwork and then I added important photos for families to remember important times throughout our school year. The quality and the ease of putting this together and ordering was excellent.
June 3, 2026
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Amazing customer service!!!
Amazing customer service!!!! This was my first time ordering and I did it fully online. The books came out beautifully!
June 10, 2026
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It took way too long to receive the…
It took way too long to receive the books that families from my class ordered! Shipping dates were pushed back making it even longer.
June 9, 2026
This is an amazing company!
This is an amazing company!! Our books turned out amazing. We were able to teach kids about the writing and publishing process by using this kit. So many families bought our book as a keepsake!
June 9, 2026
Reply from School Mate Publishing
Thank you!
The books are great quality
The books are great quality. The only I would change is the turnaround time to get them back is a month. It's hard to get them back in time for the end of the school year.
June 9, 2026
Huge disappointment
The books were supposed to arrive 2 weeks before school got out for the summer. Ut they arrived 3 days after school was out from the summer. When I called to inquire about when they would be shipped, the woman I spoke to was rude and wanted to argue about when I shipped it to the company. I will not use this company again but will use the tried and true one I used prior to this one.
June 9, 2026
Reply from School Mate Publishing
Thank you for your feedback. We understand your disappointment that the order did not arrive before the end of the school year. While our timelines are estimates, factors outside our control—such as high demand during our peak season can occasionally impact delivery dates.
We also regret that your experience when seeking an update did not meet expectations. We take pride in our customer support and are sorry we fell short in this instance. Your feedback is valuable and we appreciate you giving School Mate the opportunity to be part of your project.
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