The Importance of Public Speaking for Preschool School Kids
There is no iota of doubt that in order to survive in society, one should be well-versed in the intricacies of communication. Communication allows us to form connections, influence decisions, and motivate change. And this very communication becomes the most dreaded and the most important when it takes the form of public speaking. In the working sphere, public speaking is a must-have skill. While some kids take to it naturally, others tend to be more fearful of standing in front of the mic and addressing a crowd of people. At Medhaam nursery and daycare preschool, we keep on organizing recitations and role plays so that every child gets an opportunity to speak in front of a crowd of people. While we try instilling the art of public speaking in your child, you can play your part by bringing out the speaker in your kid. Wondering how? Well, here are some benefits of public speaking that you can tell your child about. Hang tight and read this article carefully.
Improved communication skills
Without communication, your thoughts and ideas cannot be put to use. It helps us translate what’s in our minds to the listener. Children who face difficulty in communication are often (wrongly) deemed incapable by society. They are cornered and this makes them think less of themselves. Public speaking develops confidence which pushes children to face their fears. You will find that public speaking is a far-reaching skill in all areas of life.
Helps in enhancing listening skills.
There is a difference between ‘hearing’ and ‘listening’. Hearing is perceiving noises through the ear while on the other hand, while listening is being aware of those noises and understanding what those noises are. Hearing happens naturally but listening is something that you choose to do. In the process of hearing, the information may be communicated but not understood. The information can only be understood if you listen. Public speaking improves your listening skills. Don’t listen to give advice. Listen to understand and extend support.
Will improve your child’s pronunciation and will add to his/her vocabulary bank.
Pronunciation and vocabulary are correlated and depend on one another. For instance, if your pronunciation is incorrect, then the vocabulary that you know will not be effective. With the help of public speaking children progress in both these areas. How? Daily practice in speeches, writing practice, and proper guidance in delivery may improve their pronunciation and let them discover new vocabulary. We do it regularly at Medhaam
kindergarten and daycare and now you should start doing it at home too.
Makes your child proficient in academics and the work sphere.
Becoming a proficient speaker will make you a proficient student. When you achieve the capability to speak in front of an audience, you develop the ability to speak in class. For example, the child starts to participate in class; answering questions, volunteering in discussions, and being active throughout the year.
After you complete your education, the next phase of your life starts. It is to find a job. A child who is accomplished in public speaking will get the first preference in a job as compared to someone who isn’t adept with the subject.
Once you have discussed the benefits public speaking comes with, here are a handful of ways to instill it in your child.
How do you teach public speaking to children?
There are multiple ways in which you can teach your child public speaking. The expert faculty at Medhaam
preschool daycare recommends adding some of these to the daily routine of your child:
Play the game of ‘Show and Tell’ and ‘Tongue Twister’ with your child often.
Watch some lucid public-speaking videos with them.
Record your child whenever he/she is speaking so that they can know how they sound or appear whenever they speak.
Praise the child and give affirmative feedback.
Sounds easy, no? Well, in this manner, you can help your child grow into an efficacious public speaker.
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