Tracy Johnston Zager

About the Author

Tracy Johnston Zager is a passionate educator and author dedicated to transforming mathematics education through joyful and meaningful practices. With over two decades of experience in classrooms and professional development, she draws from her time as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and consultant to inspire educators worldwide. Zager's work emphasizes student-centered approaches that foster curiosity, creativity, and deep understanding, challenging traditional notions of math as rote memorization. Her insights stem from observing vibrant classrooms where children engage with numbers in authentic, exploratory ways. Through her writing and workshops, Zager empowers teachers to become the inspiring figures they once hoped to encounter, making math a source of delight rather than dread for generations of learners.