COPPA/FERPA compliant with secure Clever and Google Classroom integration.
Free for classrooms; districts can license yearly access, and printed books can be funded by schools or families.
Schedule a quick 15-minute walkthrough.
Celebrate Thanksgiving and gratitude as students write and publish illustrated stories in Build My Story. Teachers can use ready-made slides, and each student gets a free e-book with optional printed copies.
Short on time? Your class can publish straight away, by using ‘Lesson plan 2’
Lesson Plan 1 is the full experience, with 2–3 in-class sessions for writing and reflection. Lesson Plan 2 is for publishing only, if your students already wrote their stories or want to type directly in the web app.
You can still join as long as you’re registered. Printed books will arrive after Thanksgiving. The program closes the day after Thanksgiving. You can switch programs anytime by emailing [email protected].
Yes. Print the slide deck, staple it, and place copies on tables for students to share.
Very little. Print the student pack and slide deck. Lesson Plan 1 runs in 2–3 sessions of 30–45 minutes each, while Lesson Plan 2 can be done fully online in the web app.
30-45 mins
30-45 mins
30-45 mins
Students write real or imagined stories with clear sequence, sensory detail, and a strong ending.
Students explain ideas from the mini-lesson (history, traditions, gratitude) in organized paragraphs when blending notes with narrative.
Students apply grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and grade-level spelling.
Students collaborate in discussions, give feedback, and present finished work clearly.
Students use key details from short background notes to support accurate, respectful writing.
Students create and refine a digital artifact and use technology responsibly.
