In-Person Workshops

When students develop strong number sense, arithmetic operations become much easier. But what exactly is number sense? Do some kids naturally have it, while others don't? And if they don't, how can we help them build it? Join us as we explore the most effective ways to develop number sense in the early grades. We will use concrete and pictorial models - including snap cubes, ten frames, number bonds, and a digital subitizing tool - to build a deep, lasting understanding of numbers.

If we want students to understand our Base 10 number system, are Base 10 blocks enough? Are Base 10 discs necessary or nice-to-have? In this session, we'll explore the most effective ways to develop number sense and a true understanding of our Base 10, place-value number system. We'll use a strategic progression of proportional and non-proportional concrete models, then transition to pictorial number bonds. Join us in laying a foundation for algorithms that's based on true understanding.

How do concrete and pictorial models help students master their math facts? Can they also lay the foundation for fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals? Could a strong grasp of additive thinking be the key to developing multiplicative reasoning in later grades? Join Greg Jr for a step-by-step progression of models, strategies, and skills - beginning with single-digit operations in the early grades and progressing to multi-digit parts and totals as students develop and advance.

How do concrete and pictorial models help students master their math facts? Can they also lay the foundation for fractions, mixed numbers, and decimals? Could a strong grasp of additive thinking be the key to developing multiplicative reasoning in later grades? Join Greg Jr for a step-by-step progression of models, strategies, and skills - beginning with single-digit operations in the early grades and progressing to multi-digit parts and totals as students develop and advance.

Traditional approaches to teaching fractions rely on circles, rectangles, pies, pizzas, cookies, and brownies. They're everywhere - woven into popular math programs and even state standards. Yet, fractions remain one of the biggest stumbling blocks for students as they progress in math. What if there's a better way? What if these familiar models are part of the journey but not the best place to start? Join Greg Sr for a fresher, smarter, and more strategic approach to teaching fractions.

Are there a few key concepts and skills students must master to become truly proficient with fractions? Is there a simpler and more effective way to teach them? And when fractions are taught well, does it make it easier to learn and understand decimals? Join Greg Sr for a strategic, streamlined, and systematic approach to teaching fractions. We'll build on whole-number skills, use powerful linear models like number lines and bar models, and most importantly, apply common-sense thinking.

Is there a consistent way to model word problems so that students stop guessing and start reasoning? Can we help them actually understand keywords instead of relying on rules that don't work? The answer is yes! Take a deep dive into word problems with Greg Jr, as he shares his sure-fire systematic approach to modeling additive word problems. First start with single-step problems, then build up to more advanced multi-step problems, ensuring a solid understanding every step of the way.

Are your students still relying on tricks that fall apart with multi-step challenges? Is there a reliable framework that builds true reasoning instead of surface-level guessing? Absolutely! Join Greg Jr for a focused exploration of multiplicative word problems, where he reveals his proven systematic method for modeling. Start with single-step structures, then progress to complex multi-step problems that weave together multiple operations, ensuring lasting comprehension and confidence.

Author of the Tang Math K-5 curriculum, a program designed to help teachers develop confident, capable thinkers and problem solvers. With decades of experience and a gift for making math make sense, Greg continues to inspire educators and students around the world. Since 2001, Greg has led more than 4,000 in-person workshops, conferences, and school visits. In just the past four years, he has taught over 2,500 virtual sessions, teaching more than 2 million students through his live lessons. Greg's books and teaching materials have been licensed by major textbook programs around the world, and his popular children's books include New York Times best seller The Grapes of Math, the gold medal-winning eBook Math Appeal, and six other children's books from Scholastic.

Creator of TangMath.com and expert in education technology. His journey into tech began while attending Brown University, where in his junior year, he co-founded his first startup with two other classmates - a virtual reality company integrating motion-capture technology with training applications. In 2016, he launched Tang Math LLC, growing it into a global online retailer of math games and digital puzzles. Over the next three years, he built the largest student enrichment and math night program in the country, hosting over 200 events annually and running summer school programs in eight cities nationwide. Today, as CEO of Tang Math, Greg continues to push the boundaries of math education, embracing AI and emerging technologies to shape the future of learning.