My son is the quietest kid in the room. At birthday parties, he hides behind me. In class, he whispers when spoken to. So when I saw a PlanetSpark ad for public speaking classes, I laughed. “No way,” I thought.

But something in me decided to try.

Week 1: Silence

He barely said a word. The teacher spoke for most of the class. But she didn’t give up. She asked about his favorite game, his dog, and his lunch. He smiled.

Week 2: The First Step

He recorded a 20-second story. No video, just voice. It was quiet, hesitant, but it was something.

Week 4: A Story About a Robot

He recorded another story. This time about a robot. His voice had changed—he was enjoying it.

Week 6: Co-Hosting

The teacher asked him to co-host a session. He said yes. He helped introduce topics and even made a small joke.

Today: A Skit and A Smile

He volunteered for a school skit. Said his lines loudly. I cried in the car afterward.

Is PlanetSpark Good for Shy Kids?

Yes. Because it doesn’t pressure them to speak—it invites them to express. It builds trust first, then skill.

Final Thought

Shy kids aren’t broken. They just need a space where they can hear their own voice. PlanetSpark gave my son that space—and that changed everything.