Category Archives: Writing

Impulse buying 10 Dr. Seuss books with no regrets

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

I went into Wal-Mart this weekend for $35 worth of oil. I walked out with $50 worth of children’s books instead. I had the best intentions when I entered the store. Things went awry when I got to the automotive … Continue reading →

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Hey writers, it’s harvest time

Posted on March 5, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

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 →

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Sorry for my absence; here’s a joke to make up for it

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

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 →

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Today is Multicultural Children’s Book Day

Posted on January 27, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

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 →

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The ultimate children’s story prompt generator

Posted on January 23, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

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 →

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