Lynn has loved collecting books and writing creatively since she was old enough to read! Current writing passions include the family history, a novel, and website articles. Her life as a homeschooling, work-at-home mother of four children has given her more than ample opportunity to gather things to write about over the last 20 years. These days Lynn is busy keeping records for her current high schooler, making mosaic birdbaths, gardening, doing medical transcription from home and, of course, writing.

All of the homeschooling information on this website comes from first-hand life experience as a homeschooling family. Lynn's articles come from a desire to share lessons learned from experiences -- both good experiences and hard ones. Day-to-day happenings can be found on Lynn's blog, A Mother's Journal. You can see Lynn's collection of antique photographs, postcards, and books at Innately Gray.

Lynn's homeschooling philosophy

"I am very Charlotte Mason, in a classical sort of way. Does that make no sense? A lot of sense? Great! I think so, too! I love a literature-rich, unit study approach to learning; I see the benefits of Latin--I love words and languages; I love learning. I want my children to have those same loves. I believe the key is lighting the fire in them that will be the passion for mastering something! No matter how 'full' I get them of facts, they will never pursue anything with a passion unless it comes from within!"

The articles I write for my website come from my own first-hand experience. I hope you will benefit from them. My own homeschooling philosophy has evolved over 19 years of trial and error. I have one homeschool graduate and three more following behind him, all in various grades. I have taught a dyslexic son to read. I believe children need enough seatwork and written work to prepare them for college classes, but I think children will be their smartest if they are allowed to follow after worthwhile interests of their choice through their school years. I think children need a strong appreciation of nature and housekeeping skills. I do think it is important to keep a timeline notebook, placing things in it as you school through the years, then some time during high school do a chronologic study of history. For the review, you can use a variety of sources, including DVDs, videos, period writings, and history books. Mostly, I think children need a lot of hugs and unconditional love.

Lynn's Biggest Recommendations

A good homeschool magazine, in particular The Old Schoolhouse:

For a Charlotte Mason education,
A Charlotte Mason Companion

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