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Rainbow colored men, ‘boom’ blankets, and interrobangs: These stories are worth a read

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

What do rainbow men, “boom” blankets, and interrobangs have in common? The answer may not be clear, so I’ll give you a hint: They’re elements among the winning stories in the Sarah & Katy essay contests. While the answer to … Continue reading →

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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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