Category Archives: Literacy and Education

Illinois teachers, here’s an essay contest for your students

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

As a change of pace, instead of asking elementary school students to read, I’m asking them to write. I’m excited to announce the inaugural Sarah & Katy essay contests. Two contests are open to third- and fourth-grade students in Illinois: … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on the power of children’s literature

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

Children’s writers have a beautiful responsibility. After all, children’s literature is the first reading material most people encounter in their lifetimes. Books written by children’s authors are the doorway to a lifetime of reading. I’ve mentioned in the past that … Continue reading →

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Everyone deserves an education

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

Education matters. Those two words seem like common sense, but the sad truth is many children around the world (including a share in our country) lack the resources to complete 12 full years of schooling. My husband and I sponsor … Continue reading →

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