If you had told me a few months ago that I’d enroll my 5-year-old in public speaking classes, I would’ve laughed and said,
“She can barely sit through dinner without getting distracted — and you want her to give speeches?”

But here I am, writing this blog — because something unexpected happened. Something that made me rethink everything I believed about my child’s potential… and about what PlanetSpark actually does.

The Doubt Was Real

I’m a practical parent. I don’t usually fall for online ads, and I rarely sign up for anything that sounds too “new-age” or experimental.

So when I first saw PlanetSpark’s ad for communication and public speaking classes for kids as young as 4 and 5, my immediate reaction was:
“Seriously? What does a 5-year-old need to speak publicly for?”

But then came school orientation. Her teacher told us, “Your daughter’s very creative, but she’s not comfortable speaking in groups. She mumbles, and avoids eye contact.”

That stung. Because I’d seen it too. At birthday parties, she clung to me. On video calls with family, she refused to talk. In playschool, she always played the tree in skits. Never the speaker.

That’s when the ad came to mind again. So I clicked.

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The First Class: A Messy Start

I signed up for a trial. She was fidgety. Camera shy. Answered in one word. I almost shut the laptop mid-class. But her teacher — Ms. Nidhi — didn’t give up.

She told a story using hand puppets. She made silly faces. She asked my daughter questions like, “What would your teddy bear say if it could talk?”

And somehow, by the end of 45 minutes, my child was smiling. She even said, “I want to do that again.”

I was shocked.

Week 1: Still Unsure

We signed up for a regular program. Honestly? I still had doubts.

The class felt like play. Fun prompts, story dice, show-and-tell, a lot of giggles. But no “real” public speaking — or so I thought.

Then I noticed something: she was talking more at home. Using bigger sentences. Giving her dolls “speeches” during playtime. Mimicking her teacher’s storytelling style.

That’s when I realized — this is how confidence begins.

Week 2: A Little Voice Gets Louder

One day, she stood on the sofa and said,
“Ladies and gentlemen, today I’ll talk about my favorite animal: the panda!”

She spoke for 2 minutes — about bamboo, naps, and how pandas are “lazy but cute.”
There were hand gestures. Clear sentences. Even a “thank you” at the end.

This wasn’t just mimicry. This was expression.

I looked at my husband and said, “Okay… I think PlanetSpark is working.”

The Coach Made the Difference

I cannot thank her teacher, Ms. Nidhi, enough. She understood how little kids think, how quickly they get bored, and how to pull them back gently.

She didn’t expect perfect speeches. She celebrated every effort.
One day when my daughter only said one sentence during a debate, Ms. Nidhi still said:
“That’s a powerful point, and I love how brave you were to speak first.”

That encouragement? Priceless.

What the Classes Look Like (Raw Review)

Here’s what a typical 5-year-old’s public speaking class at PlanetSpark includes:

• Warm-ups: Rhymes, silly sounds, facial expression games.

• Story time: They build stories using props, images, or emojis.

• Speaking turns: Each child gets to say something in front of others, even if just a few words.

• Mini debates: Nothing too serious — just “Ice cream vs Cake” or “Superman vs Spiderman.”

• Teacher feedback: Gentle, positive, and always ending with encouragement.

What We Gained (Pros)

✅ Confidence in Speaking – She now speaks on video calls without hiding. Even initiates conversations.
✅ Clearer Sentences – She forms thoughts and speaks them out better — even when upset!
✅ Listening Skills – She waits for her turn in class. Listens to others. Doesn’t interrupt.
✅ Joy in Speaking – She wants to express herself. That’s huge for a 5-year-old.
✅ Better School Participation – Her teacher messaged saying, “She’s becoming more vocal during group work!”

What Was Tough (Cons)

❌ Takes Time – The first 2 weeks were slow. I almost gave up. I’m glad I didn’t.
❌ Needs Support – For a child this young, you can’t just leave them alone. I had to sit nearby at times.
❌ Not “Academic” – If you’re looking for grammar and writing rules, this isn’t that. It’s emotional, expressive learning.

The Moment That Changed Everything

Week 4. Family function. Someone said,
“Who wants to say something on stage?”

And before I could stop her, my daughter walked up, took the mic, and said:
“Hello everyone. My name is Aanya. I am 5 years old. And I love mangoes!”

Laughter. Applause. A proud tear from me. That one silly speech told me everything I needed to know.

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Final Thoughts – From a Skeptical Parent

I started this journey thinking public speaking for a 5-year-old was over the top. Unnecessary. Maybe even a scam.

But now I see it differently.

It’s not about speeches or mics or big stages.
It’s about a child learning that their voice matters. That what they say is worth hearing.

And if PlanetSpark helped my little one believe in that — then it’s not ridiculous.

It’s powerful.

So if you're wondering, “Is my child too young for this?” — I say, maybe not.
Because confidence doesn’t wait for age. Sometimes, it just needs the right nudge.

And maybe, just maybe, PlanetSpark is that nudge.