Math & Magic
Math & Magic is a live, interactive class that uses real magic tricks to teach real math — and the two turn out to have more in common than you'd think.
Starts Mon, Jun 29
8:00 PM UTC · 1h
4 sessions
Eileen
4.3
Outcomes, not lecture notes.
Apply divisibility rules to quickly determine factors and multiples without a calculator
Identify and use number properties — like commutativity, associativity, and the properties of odd and even numbers — to predict and explain mathematical outcomes
Recognize algebraic relationships and use them to reverse-engineer unknown values, just like a magician working backward from a result
Spot patterns in number sequences and use pattern thinking to make predictions and solve problems faster
Perform math-based magic tricks that demonstrate deep understanding of how numbers behave
Break down seemingly complex or surprising number results into the logical rules that make them work
Practice mental math strategies that speed up everyday calculations and homework
Meet Eileen.
Eileen
Eileen Sugameli is a creative force in educational theater, blending her BFA in Drama from NYU Tisch with extensive experience as an executive director and educator. From leading science demonstrations at the Bronx Zoo to producing interactive magic and performance art for public libraries, Eileen’s dynamic approach transforms live performance into powerful learning experiences that captivate diverse audiences.
Math & Magic is a live, interactive class that uses real magic tricks to teach real math — and the two turn out to have more in common than you'd think. Students learn and practice divisibility rules, number properties, algebraic relationships, and pattern thinking through hands-on challenges and illusions they can actually perform for friends and family. Every trick has math hiding inside it, and every math concept unlocks a new trick — so students are building genuine skills while having the kind of fun that makes an hour feel like ten minutes. Whether your goal is to boost your grades, sharpen your number sense, or just walk away with a seriously impressive party trick, this class delivers on all fronts. Math & Magic is perfect for curious students who want to see math as something powerful and exciting — because it is.
Live Q&A
Cameras / mics optional
Recordings
Available within 1 hour, kept 90 days
Materials
No special materials required
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