Latrenda Knighten is co-author of the first book in the new Five to Thrive series: Answers to Your Biggest Questions About Teaching Elementary Math. She is mathematics curriculum content trainer in Baton Rouge, LA. She has been an educator for more than 30 years, is a regular presenter at educational conferences, and is an active member of many professional organizations. She currently serves as the NCSM Southern Region 2 team leader for Louisiana and secretary for the Benjamin Banneker Association, Inc. Latrenda is also a past member of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Board of Directors.