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Hey writers, it’s harvest time
I live in farm country. Each spring is planting season here in central Illinois, and when fall rolls around it’s harvest season. But for writers, it’s planting and harvest season year-round. I know what you’re thinking. What are authors farming? … Continue reading
Sorry for my absence; here’s a joke to make up for it
As much as I promote unplugging from technology, I might have unplugged a bit too much. I realized this morning it’s been almost a month since I’ve updated this blog. Even though I encourage unplugging for imagination and play, I … Continue reading
Plug in now and then, researchers say, but not for too long
I am an advocate of the unplugged imagination. What do I mean when I say that? The unplugged imagination is daydreaming and play that doesn’t depend on toys or games requiring cords or charged batteries. Promoting unplugged play encourages role … Continue reading
Posted in Unplugged imagination
Tagged children, computer games, imagination, parenting, play, screen time, video games
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Today is Multicultural Children’s Book Day
It’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day! One of my favorite multicultural books growing up was “Julie of the Wolves” by Jean Craighead George. (It’s not like the titular character’s name is what originally attracted me to the book … or like … Continue reading
The ultimate children’s story prompt generator
Last night I passed the Wal-Mart clearance section on my way to the auto section. My goal was to enter the store, find fuel injector cleaner, and leave with spending less than $5. It was hard to pass up the … Continue reading
Posted in Writing
Tagged children's literature, creativity, inspiration, kid lit, literacy, writing, writing prompt
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