Sherry Parrish

About the Author

Sherry Parrish is a dedicated educator and author with over two decades of experience in elementary mathematics instruction, where she has passionately advocated for innovative teaching methods that foster deep conceptual understanding. Holding a master's degree in curriculum and instruction, she has served as a classroom teacher, math specialist, and professional development consultant, inspiring countless educators to transform math education. In her acclaimed book, Number Talks Common Core Edition, Grades K-5: Helping Children Build Mental Math and Computation Strategies, Parrish provides practical tools and strategies to help young learners develop fluency in mental math and problem-solving. Her work emphasizes student-centered approaches, encouraging dialogue and reasoning in the classroom to build confidence and competence in mathematics for grades K-5.