The biggest struggle I had growing up was feeling bored in school—it made it hard for me to focus, grow, or really learn. I knew I wanted something different for my students. Welcome to Playing is Learning! As a child, I loved games but hated school. Why did I hate school? I loved learning, but I was bored out of my mind. Because I was so bored, I could not focus. As the idea of becoming a teacher was presented to me, I always rejected it because I associated school with boredom. Then I saw a glimpse into a classroom that was fun and engaging. I thought, perhaps I could do this. Today, I mix learning with games and I not only capture my quick students, but also my challenging students. I eliminate distractions and reduce disruptive behavior because everyone is having fun paying attention! Games are not just about having fun, but also training each child to believe in themselves. A child must first know they can succeed, before they will reach for success. I now have students ...