Celebration and Reflection
Practice public speaking skills with confidence
Prepare a clear and engaging presentation of written work
Develop listening and speaking communication skills
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)Encourages students to use kind and thoughtful words when presenting
Gather students in a circle and explain the importance of clear communication. Remind them that God gives us the ability to share our thoughts and stories.
Teach presentation skills: speaking clearly, making eye contact, using a confident voice, and standing tall.
Students will practice presenting a piece of writing from their portfolio, focusing on speaking skills.
Simpler: Present to a single partner with teacher support
Challenge: Present to the entire class with more detailed feedback
Reflect on presentation skills and celebrate each student's effort
Dear God, thank you for giving us the ability to communicate and share our thoughts. Help us use our words to build others up and show Your love.
Coming up: Tomorrow we will have our Author Celebration and share our best work!
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Hand motion mimicking honeycomb dripping with sweetness
Students are preparing to present their writing to an audience, developing public speaking skills
Performance anxiety, fear of speaking in front of others
Confidence, clear speech, engagement with material