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Persuasive Speech Preparation

Oral Language: Persuasive Speaking

Day 104of 180
Week 21of 36
35Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Create a structured persuasive speech outline

2

Develop note cards for effective speech delivery

3

Practice adapting speech content for different audiences

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 16:23

“The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.”

— Proverbs 16:23 (WEB)

Demonstrates the importance of thoughtful communication and preparing what we say

📦 Materials Needed

  • Notebook paper
  • Note cards
  • Pencils
  • Rubric for persuasive speeches
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

Review previous lesson on vocal variety and body language. Discuss how preparation helps confident speaking.

💭 Review Question: What makes a speech persuasive?
2Teaching (10 min)

Explain speech preparation process: choosing a topic, creating an outline, developing note cards

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Choose a clear, interesting topic
  • Develop a strong opening statement
  • Include 3-4 supporting points
  • Create a memorable conclusion
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What topics are important to you?
  • How can you make your audience care about your topic?
3Activity: Speech Preparation Workshop (15 min)
hands-on

Students will develop note cards and speech outlines for a 2-3 minute persuasive speech

📝 Instructions:
  1. Select a topic you're passionate about
  2. Create a main thesis statement
  3. Write 3-4 supporting points with brief evidence
  4. Develop note cards with key ideas
  5. Practice speech delivery with a partner
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Provide topic suggestions and a basic outline template

Challenge: Require additional research and citations for supporting points

4Closing (5 min)

Reflect on speech preparation process and preview next day's speech showcase

📝 Review Questions:
  • What was challenging about preparing your speech?
  • How did you choose your topic?
🙏 Prayer:

Dear God, help us use our words to encourage and inspire others, speaking with wisdom and kindness.

Coming up: Tomorrow, we'll deliver our persuasive speeches to the class

💎 Memory Verse

Proverbs 16:23

“The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.”

— Proverbs 16:23 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Repeat verse while miming speaking and thinking

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Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Students are learning to prepare and deliver persuasive speeches, focusing on organization and content

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Encourage positive topic selection
  • Help practice speech at home
  • Provide constructive feedback
🤔 Common Struggles:

Selecting an appropriate topic and organizing thoughts clearly

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Clear thesis, logical organization, enthusiasm about topic

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Research famous persuasive speeches
  • Create a video recording of speech practice
  • Write a reflection on speech preparation process

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