| Public Speaking : 7 Steps to Writing and Delivering a Great Speech (Grades 4-8) Students write lots of reports, but how do they turn their hard work into appealing oral reports? Where can they learn to present their research with flair and style? Every student who will ever have to give an oral report needs the surefire techniques in this book. You'll find the basics of public speaking in clear language for children and busy teachers. Some of the topics covered are getting organized, preparing a great opener, using visual aids, involving the audience, and speaking with confidence. Public Speaking is a much needed resource that students, teachers, and parents can flip through or use cover-to-cover. Katherine Pebley O'Neal is a fifth-grade teacher who believes that any written report deserves to become a dynamic oral presentation. She holds a master's degree in education from Colorado College and is the author of The Stink Squad series. She writes stories and articles in magazines for young people, and she teaches a writing course for the Institute of Children's Literature. |