Essential Performance Skills and Problem-Solving Strategies. By connecting research to practice Dr. Vicich nurtures a student's ability to persevere solving problems, craft coherent arguments, communicate mathematical ideas using precise language, and develop productive mathematical practices. The book includes a problem-solving template, flowchart, sample student work, notes for teachers, and selected solutions. Parents can use the book to supplement or enrich their child's current academic instruction during the school year and teachers can use the book as a resource to supplement their current curriculum. Can be used in Grades 4 - 12.