How To Teach Your Children Public Speaking

Most of you would agree to having that uncalled fear, when it comes to speaking to a crowd. While attending a presentation is an easy task, giving one can be very difficult. However, did you know that the fear and difficulty are only in the mind of the speaker, but nothing in real? Yes, giving a presentation is as easy as eating chocolate pie. While some are born with the talent, others learn it by overcoming their fear and there are yet others who never manage to give a public speech all their life, just because they are too afraid to do so. Remember, all you need to become a good orator is good preparation, dollops of confidence and the right frame of mind. And the same needs to be conveyed to kids as well. In today’s world, it is very important to teach children the art of public speaking early on. This would help them in their future endeavors and also aid them in developing leadership qualities. In the following lines, we have provided tips on how to teach your children public speaking.

It would be wrong to send your child straight away to a club or class that indulges in teaching children public speaking. First, let your child speak within the comforts of your home. This would build the much needed base for your child to become a good orator. Start by asking him/her how was the day at school. However, make sure you do not interrupt the kid, while he she is narrating the same. Having someone who is ready to listen, without bothering you about your mistake, is the best motivation a child needs.

Once your child starts speaking fluently at the dinner table, it is time to take a step forward. Ask your child to recite a fictional story to all his/her toys, in the living room. You can even ask his/her grandma and grandpa to be the audience. If possible, record the story-telling session without letting your child know about it. This would give you a chance to show him/her the faults that he/she made and the corrections that are required. Do not be present with him/her at the time, in case your child feels uncomfortable. However, you can always peek around!

As your child conquers the next step as well, it is time to test his/her skills in a real life-like situation. Set up the place in such a way that there is a podium in the middle of the room and a seating arrangement done. Ask your child to stand up on the podium and speak about something or narrate a story. This set-up is important as it would give your child the feel of how is it like being an orator. Also, you can check the body language and diction of your child.

 

Once your child develops good public speaking caliber, its time to refine and polish his/her skills. This can be done by getting him/her admitted in an organization that brings out the skill. For instance, joining a camp or a club can be a fun way to improve public speaking. These clubs indulge children in activities that improve public speaking by miles. A specific public speaking club can also be a good option to explore.