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Speaking with Confidence

Presenting Our Work

Day 108of 180
Week 22of 36
25Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Learn to speak clearly in front of others

2

Practice standing tall and speaking with confidence

3

Understand how to share information respectfully

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 15:1

“A soft answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger.”

— Proverbs 15:1 (WEB)

Speaking kindly and confidently helps us communicate better

📦 Materials Needed

  • Presentation rubric
  • Mirror
  • Stuffed animal or puppet
  • Small podium or chair
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Gather students in a circle. Discuss what it means to speak confidently. Demonstrate good and poor speaking postures.

💭 Review Question: What makes someone a good speaker?
2Teaching (8 min)

Teach three key presentation skills: stand tall, speak clearly, look at your audience

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Stand with feet shoulder-width apart
  • Hold your head high
  • Speak in a clear, steady voice
  • Look at people when you talk
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • How do you feel when you have to speak in front of others?
  • What makes listening to someone fun?
3Activity: Confidence Practice (8 min)
hands-on

Students practice presenting to a stuffed animal or puppet, focusing on posture and clear speaking

📝 Instructions:
  1. Choose a stuffed animal 'audience'
  2. Stand next to the podium or chair
  3. Practice your presentation about your chosen topic
  4. Check your posture in the mirror
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Practice with teacher nearby for support

Challenge: Present to a small group of classmates

4Closing (4 min)

Celebrate everyone's brave speaking attempts

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did you learn about speaking today?
  • How can you be brave like Jesus when talking to others?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear Jesus, help us be brave and kind when we speak to others. Give us courage to share our thoughts clearly.

Coming up: Tomorrow we will present our topics to our friends!

💎 Memory Verse

1 Timothy 4:12

“Let no one despise your youth; but be an example to those who believe, in word, in behavior, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.”

— 1 Timothy 4:12 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Practice saying verse while standing tall

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

First-grade students are developing public speaking skills and overcoming shyness

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Encourage positive body language
  • Praise effort over perfection
  • Help practice at home in a safe environment
🤔 Common Struggles:

Fear of speaking in front of others, mumbling, looking down

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Improved posture, clearer speech, more confidence

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Record practice presentations at home
  • Create a family talent show
  • Practice introducing family members

Ready for Tomorrow?

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