Greg Tang eBooks
Discover the magic of Greg's best-selling books, where clever riddles and vibrant illustrations turn traditional math into fun, mind-stretching adventures!
Greg Tang is a celebrated children's author, math educator, and speaker dedicated to transforming how young learners approach mathematics. Born in Ithaca, New York, into an academic family - his father taught electrical engineering at Cornell University and his mother taught math at Ithaca College - Greg developed a natural love for numbers through family games like cards and chess. He earned a B.A. and M.A. in economics from Harvard University, followed by an M.A. in math education from New York University. Before dedicating himself fully to education, Greg built a diverse professional background that included executive roles, speechwriting, founding a multimedia company, and even owning a Tae Kwon-Do school.
Greg's journey into children's literature began when he volunteered in his daughter's first-grade classroom and noticed the need for more engaging ways to teach math. This experience inspired his debut book, The Grapes of Math (2001), which became a New York Times bestseller. His books, including Math for All Seasons, Math-terpieces, Math Fables, and The Best of Times, blend clever rhyming riddles, vibrant illustrations, and visual problem-solving strategies that encourage children to group, pattern, and think creatively rather than rely on rote counting or memorization. With over a million copies sold, his works have earned numerous awards and are beloved by educators and families for making math accessible and delightful.
Today, Greg continues to champion innovative math education through his company, Tang Math, which offers a comprehensive K-5 curriculum, interactive games, digital resources, and professional development for teachers. He travels extensively for school visits, workshops, and virtual presentations, inspiring students and educators alike to see mathematics as an intuitive and joyful pursuit. His mission remains clear: to help children build strong conceptual foundations and a lifelong confidence in their mathematical abilities.