Twenty-one fourth graders are actively listening and constructively critiquing mathematical statements. EACH Student is eagerly participating in discussions that involve multiple strategies to discover solution. What a dramatic change since the first months of school when the same student sat as quite as stone statues, hoping their teacher would just tell them how to solve the problem. This mathematics classroom has transformed from students blurting out solutions and arguing over correct answers to a group that collaboratively perseveres through problem solving. Student cooperation is evident through the desire not only to justify strategies but also to learn different strategies from peers. This article will detail the value of math talk and five strategies for building such a community in your classroom.