Getting classroom materials printed is one of the most common (and stressful) tasks for preschool teachers each year. Whether it’s center activities, circle time units, or personalized student resources, finding a reliable and affordable preschool printing solution is essential. Over the years, after testing a variety of printers and subscription services, one option stands out for bulk jobs: Best Value Copy.
Stresses of Preschool Printing
Many teachers start out using a home printer or a school machine for all their preschool printing needs. Inkjet printers, like those that use HP Instant Ink, can be great for small jobs that need to be done immediately. Instant Ink subscriptions make refilling easy, but costs add up quickly, and home printers are typically not built for high-volume, full-color jobs.
Color laser printers offer high-quality prints, but the toner is expensive and maintenance can be a hassle. For large or recurring classroom needs, these options often lead to wasted time and extra costs.
The Best Solution for Preschool Printing:
Best Value Copy
Best Value Copy takes the stress out of printing classroom materials. Instead of wrestling with printers, simply upload your PDF and let Best Value Copy handle the rest. The process is straightforward, cost-effective, and ideal for prepping everything in advance.
What can you print with Best Value Copy?
- Circle time units – spiral bound with covers and daily instruction pages
- Student name practice sheets – personalized for each child
- Center materials – printed directly on card stock
- Parent handouts, newsletters, and classroom books
Comparing Preschool Printing Options
A recent order of 48 full-color pages on cardstock through Best Value Copy was just over $12. This is much less expensive than printing at home or at a copy center, especially for large jobs.
How to Order from Best Value Copy
- Save your resource as a PDF.
Download files from TpT or other trusted curriculum sources. - Go to Best Value Copy.
- Click “Get Started” to begin a custom print order.
- Upload your PDF. Enter the number of copies you need and preferences, such as:
- color / black & white
- single- or double-sided
- paper type (20# for regular copy paper, 65# for cardstock)
- binding
- staple
- hole-punch
- cover
- shrink wrap
- Review your order and check out.
Most orders arrive in about a week or less. Once your materials arrive, cut out pieces (if needed), organize them, and get ready for a smooth start to your lessons.
- Use cardstock for materials handled by students, like center pieces or pocket chart cards.
- Laminate only those resources that need to last all year or reused heavily, such as name cards or resource rings. Skipping lamination saves time and reduces plastic waste.
- Organize printed materials in bins, folders, or binders as soon as they arrive.
- Label all binders and storage bins for easy retrieval.
- Utilize parent volunteers to help with cutting or prepping materials.
Printing Permissions and Common Questions
Most classroom resources, including those purchased on this site or from TpT, can be uploaded and printed with Best Value Copy. There’s no need to worry about special permission forms for password-protected PDFs, which is sometimes required at other copy centers.
Final Thoughts
Best Value Copy is a reliable and cost-effective way for teachers to handle preschool printing. Planning ahead and ordering in bulk takes the pressure off daily printing and helps materials last longer. Teachers who streamline their preschool printing process find they have more time and energy for building connections with students and classroom moments.