Which scenario demonstrates initiative by acting on a plan?

• A. A child creates a plan to build a birdhouse and follows through
• B. A child copies someone else’s work
• C. A child waits for the teacher to assign a task
• D. A child avoids trying new activities

Answer: (A)

Initiative means taking action on a plan you set for yourself and following through until it’s done. This is best shown when a child not only comes up with a plan to build a birdhouse but also carries out the steps to complete it. The child identifies materials, organizes time, and solves problems along the way, demonstrating motivation and perseverance without being prompted. In contrast, copying someone else’s work, waiting for a task to be assigned, or avoiding trying new activities all reflect relying on others, passivity, or reluctance rather than taking personal initiative. So the scenario where a child creates a plan and follows through demonstrates initiative.