I teach math puzzles, logic teasers, and games. I have always been fascinated by puzzles - crosswords, secret codes, mazes, and more. I was a college chemistry major,  I completed my doctorate in chemical engineering, and for a number of years I worked in engineering research and development. Problem solving was something I did for work and fun. 

My passion for puzzles as a teaching resource started when I was homeschooling my sons. I was motivated by the connection between certain types of puzzles and math word problems but I soon realized that my sons were learning more than just math. They were developing critical thinking skills like pattern recognition, deduction, and lateral thinking - and they were having fun doing it!

I have a hands-on approach to learning because the best way to understand is to do. I always try to give some historical context behind what we study because knowledge is passed on by those who have gone before us.

In my spare time, I take long walks with my dog in our lovely Pittsburgh parks, I experiment with new recipes,  I enjoy woodworking, and I try to keep up with the weeds in my garden.