Karen Doll
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Karen Doll is a freelance writer and homeschooling consultant based in the small village of Wassergass, Pa. She enjoys writing about homeschooling, gardening, food and culture, family life, and the joys of chicken keeping. Visit her at AtHomeWithKarenDoll.wordpress.com
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Fun, Educational Activities for In-Between Times
Have a handful of activities ready to keep the kids busy during phone calls, in waiting rooms, and more.
Teaching Your Kids to Write in Cursive
Children who master cursive italics enjoy better motor skills, and benefit in many other ways.
6 Fun, Creative Letter-Writing Ideas for Kids
If your child isn’t interested in traditional letter writing, encourage him or her to try a less conventional approach.
6 Fall Field Trip Ideas for Homeschoolers
From bird watching to fall festivals and Halloween hot spots, there’s a day trip waiting to thrill your kids.
Homeschooling Must-Haves for a Successful School Year
There are plenty of resources for teaching fundamentals like geography, the natural world, and typing.
3 Tips for Creating a Personalized Homeschooling Schedule
A homeschooling schedule can be tailor-made to fit your family’s lifestyle.
6 Creative, Affordable Date Night Ideas
Some of the best dates don’t cost a thing.
Tips for Resetting a Bad Homeschooling Day
Here are 6 ways to turn a bad day into a better one, from offering encouragement to changing up the day’s lesson plans.
Homeschooling With Your Dog
Here are some ideas to enhance your homeschooling program with dog-themed activities.
What to Do When Your Homeschooling Curriculum Just Isn’t Working
Adapting the lessons or taking some field trips are two ways to adjust an imperfect curriculum.
