Which one of the following teaching strategies is consistent with the textbook's discussion of children's mathematical development?
A) Making sure that children have acquired most of the characteristics of Piaget's formal operations stage before they begin to solve problems
B) Teaching tricks such as "When you see the word less in a problem, you should subtract"
C) Having children practice procedures in isolation before applying them to real-life situations
D) Making sure that children know why procedures work as well as how to use them

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The textbook's discussion on children's mathematical development emphasizes understanding the reasoning behind mathematical procedures, not just the procedures themselves. This approach aligns with constructivist theories, such as those proposed by Piaget, which suggest that understanding the "why" behind concepts is crucial for deep learning and application. Teaching tricks or practicing in isolation without understanding the underlying concepts does not foster this depth of understanding.

Which One of the Following Teaching Strategies Is Consistent with the Textbook's