About me
Sharon Peck, PhD, is an associate professor of literacy at SUNY Geneseo, near Rochester, NY. . Sharon enjoys supporting teachers in bringing play back to the classroom. She researches play, language arts, games, puppetry and practices to support urban and English Language Learners. Sharon leads an urban literacy clinic and enjoys the way games and game elements enhance literacy learning. An avid board gamer, Sharon is committed to exploring ways to support student cognitive growth through tabletop games. Sharon is also a single mother of twin boys who continually remind her of the importance of play.