Problem:
Recognizing and Fostering Initiative in Young Children Objective: Create tools that help educators recognize and support the development of initiative in preschool and kindergarten-aged children. Instructions: Virtual Scrapbook: Recognizing Initiative in a Preschooler or Kindergartener Develop a virtual scrapbook using Canva, PowerPoint, or another tool that: Showcases Examples of Initiative: Collect and display photos, drawings, or descriptions of a preschool or kindergarten-aged child demonstrating initiative, such as taking responsibility or showing curiosity. Includes Captions: Add brief captions explaining how each behavior illustrates initiative. Interactive Checklist: Supporting Initiative Design an interactive checklist or quiz for educators that: Prompts Reflection: Includes 2 to 5 questions that encourage educators to reflect on how they currently support the initiative. Suggests Best Practices: Provide 1 scenario where educators can choose the best actions to encourage initiative. Offers Actionable Steps: Recommends 3 to 5 specific steps educators can take to foster initiative in their classrooms or care settings.