Public Speaking Program (KG–Grade 12) — Online Courses, Coaching & Training

Course Overview

Public Speaking, Taught Level by Level from KG to Grade 12

PlanetSpark's Public Speaking Program is a live, online 1-on-1 communication course for learners from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Delivered by India's top 5% certified communication coaches, the course builds voice control, storytelling, active listening, debate, presentation and real-world speaking (podcasting, video, stand-up) through an 8-level, IAO-accredited curriculum, age-graded from a child's first self-introduction in KG to advanced persuasion and presentation techniques by Grade 12. Every learner gets a personalised roadmap built around their exact grade and confidence level. The first trial class is free, with no credit card required.

Learner in a live 1-on-1 Public Speaking Program class

Why It Matters

Why Public Speaking Changes a Child's Future

Six lifelong advantages every parent should know — built through structured practice from an early age.

Builds Lifelong Confidence

Children who learn to speak in public early step into leadership roles in school, college and career with comfort and self-assurance.

Lifts Academic Performance

Structured speaking practice improves reading comprehension, written essays and active classroom participation.

Eliminates Stage Fear

Early, repeated exposure rewires public-speaking anxiety before it becomes a lasting block in adulthood.

Sharpens Critical Thinking

Debate and argument-building exercises strengthen logical reasoning and the ability to evaluate ideas independently.

Develops Social Skills

Active listening, empathy and turn-taking are practised in every session — habits that shape healthy lifelong relationships.

Future-Proofs Career Readiness

Communication is the skill global employers screen for first — starting young gives your child a real head start.

Grade-Wise Curriculum

A Curriculum That Grows With Your Child

Six progressive grade-level paths — each densely structured around the voice, storytelling, debate, listening and presentation skills learners need at that age.

Module 01

Using My Voice & Talking About Myself

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Using My Voice, Talking About Myself, Short & Long Vowel Sounds — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Using My Voice

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using Strong Voice for Emphasis" through "Speaking Loudly or Softly" and "Speaking Fast or Slow" to the capstone "Pausing to Help People Understand" — building using my voice skills learners can use immediately.

Using Strong Voice for Emphasis
Speaking Loudly or Softly
Speaking Fast or Slow
Pausing to Help People Understand

Talking About Myself

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Introducing Myself" through "Saying Hello" and "Talking About Me" to the capstone "My Daily Routine" — building talking about myself skills learners can use immediately.

Introducing Myself
Saying Hello
Talking About Me
My Daily Routine

Short & Long Vowel Sounds

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Let's Say Short Vowel Sounds: a, e, i" through "Let's Say Short Vowel Sounds: o, u" and "Stretchy Vowel Sounds: a, e, i" to the capstone "Stretchy Vowel Sounds: o, u" — building short & long vowel sounds skills learners can use immediately.

Let's Say Short Vowel Sounds: a, e, i
Let's Say Short Vowel Sounds: o, u
Stretchy Vowel Sounds: a, e, i
Stretchy Vowel Sounds: o, u

Module 02

Talking About Time, Place & People & Consonant Blends

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Talking About Time, Place & People, Consonant Blends, Telling Simple Stories — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Talking About Time, Place & People

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Talking About Time (When)" through "Talking About the Setting (Where)" and "Describing People (Who)" to the capstone "Framing Meaningful Sentences (Using 4 Ws)" — building talking about time, place & people skills learners can use immediately.

Talking About Time (When)
Talking About the Setting (Where)
Describing People (Who)
Framing Meaningful Sentences (Using 4 Ws)

Consonant Blends

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sound Teams: bl, cl, fl, gl" through "Sound Teams: br, cr, dr, fr, gr" and "Sound Teams: sp, st, sw" to the capstone "Sound Teams: tr, tw" — building consonant blends skills learners can use immediately.

Sound Teams: bl, cl, fl, gl
Sound Teams: br, cr, dr, fr, gr
Sound Teams: sp, st, sw
Sound Teams: tr, tw

Telling Simple Stories

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Showing Emotions on My Face" through "Using Gestures in a Story" and "Acting Out Feelings of Characters" to the capstone "Making My Own Fairy Tale" — building telling simple stories skills learners can use immediately.

Showing Emotions on My Face
Using Gestures in a Story
Acting Out Feelings of Characters
Making My Own Fairy Tale

Module 03

Phonics Rules & Describing My Surroundings

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Phonics Rules, Describing My Surroundings, My First Speech — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Phonics Rules

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Vowel Sound Pairs (ee, ai, oa…)" through "Hard and Soft Sounds of c and g" and "FLSZ Spelling Rule" to the capstone "RControlled Vowels" — building phonics rules skills learners can use immediately.

Vowel Sound Pairs (ee, ai, oa…)
Hard and Soft Sounds of c and g
FLSZ Spelling Rule
RControlled Vowels

Describing My Surroundings

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Describing What’s Around Me" through "Talking About My School" and "Describing Preferred Activities" to the capstone "Discussing Least Favorite Things" — building describing my surroundings skills learners can use immediately.

Describing What’s Around Me
Talking About My School
Describing Preferred Activities
Discussing Least Favorite Things

My First Speech

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Beginning a Speech with a Hook" through "Using "I Think" Statements" and "Using PointReasonExample Structure" to the capstone "Ending a Speech" — building my first speech skills learners can use immediately.

Beginning a Speech with a Hook
Using "I Think" Statements
Using PointReasonExample Structure
Ending a Speech

Module 04

Word Families & Everyday Conversations

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Word Families, Everyday Conversations, Asking for Help & Making Requests — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Word Families

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Word Families: an, ad" through "Word Families: ot, op" and "Word Families: et, en" to the capstone "Word Families: ut, ub" — building word families skills learners can use immediately.

Word Families: an, ad
Word Families: ot, op
Word Families: et, en
Word Families: ut, ub

Everyday Conversations

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Replying to Everyday Talk" through "Joining Everyday Talk" and "Chatting with Others" to the capstone "How to Ask for Directions" — building everyday conversations skills learners can use immediately.

Replying to Everyday Talk
Joining Everyday Talk
Chatting with Others
How to Ask for Directions

Asking for Help & Making Requests

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Asking Someone to Do Something" through "Saying What I Need" and "How to Ask Before Doing Something" to the capstone "How to Offer Help" — building asking for help & making requests skills learners can use immediately.

Asking Someone to Do Something
Saying What I Need
How to Ask Before Doing Something
How to Offer Help

Module 05

Poetry Recitation & Word Families Part 2

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Poetry Recitation, Word Families Part 2, Reading Skills — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Poetry Recitation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Saying Poems with Actions" through "Acting as a Magical Character" and "Acting as an Animal" to the capstone "Acting as a Thing" — building poetry recitation skills learners can use immediately.

Saying Poems with Actions
Acting as a Magical Character
Acting as an Animal
Acting as a Thing

Word Families Part 2

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Word Families: ill, ip" through "Word Families: ob, ell" and "Word Families: ug, un" to the capstone "The Magic ‘e’ Changing Short Vowel Sounds" — building word families part 2 skills learners can use immediately.

Word Families: ill, ip
Word Families: ob, ell
Word Families: ug, un
The Magic ‘e’ Changing Short Vowel Sounds

Reading Skills

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Stretchy Snake Strategy" through "Lips the Fish Strategy" and "Chunky Monkey Strategy" to the capstone "Eagle Eye Strategy" — building reading skills skills learners can use immediately.

Stretchy Snake Strategy
Lips the Fish Strategy
Chunky Monkey Strategy
Eagle Eye Strategy

Module 06

Grammar Basics 1: Nouns & Punctuation & My First Debate

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Grammar Basics 1: Nouns & Punctuation, My First Debate, Reading Skills Part 2 — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Grammar Basics 1: Nouns & Punctuation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Nouns: Naming Words" through "Using Nouns in Sentences" and "Punctuation: Full Stops and Question Marks" to the capstone "Punctuation: Question Marks and Exclamations" — building grammar basics 1: nouns & punctuation skills learners can use immediately.

Nouns: Naming Words
Using Nouns in Sentences
Punctuation: Full Stops and Question Marks
Punctuation: Question Marks and Exclamations

My First Debate

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sharing "ForAgainst" views on different topics" through "Using hooks to start a debate" and "Fact vs. Myth debates" to the capstone "Debates on fun topics" — building my first debate skills learners can use immediately.

Sharing "ForAgainst" views on different topics
Using hooks to start a debate
Fact vs. Myth debates
Debates on fun topics

Reading Skills Part 2

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Flippy Dolphin: Vowel Sounds" through "Flippy Dolphin: Consonant Sounds" and "Slammy Rabbit Strategy" to the capstone "Reading Short Sentences" — building reading skills part 2 skills learners can use immediately.

Flippy Dolphin: Vowel Sounds
Flippy Dolphin: Consonant Sounds
Slammy Rabbit Strategy
Reading Short Sentences

Module 07

Grammar Basics 2: Articles & Prepositions & Expressing My Ideas Clearly

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Grammar Basics 2: Articles & Prepositions, Expressing My Ideas Clearly, Understanding Feelings & Friendship — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Grammar Basics 2: Articles & Prepositions

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Article: A" through "Article: An" and "Article: The" to the capstone "Prepositions: Where Words Go" — building grammar basics 2: articles & prepositions skills learners can use immediately.

Article: A
Article: An
Article: The
Prepositions: Where Words Go

Expressing My Ideas Clearly

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Speaking Confidently" through "Explaining What I Know" and "Sharing My Idea" to the capstone "Talking About the Choices You Make" — building expressing my ideas clearly skills learners can use immediately.

Speaking Confidently
Explaining What I Know
Sharing My Idea
Talking About the Choices You Make

Understanding Feelings & Friendship

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Learning About Others" through "Talking About My Feelings" and "Wishing My Friends" to the capstone "Positive Feelings: Happy, Excited..." — building understanding feelings & friendship skills learners can use immediately.

Learning About Others
Talking About My Feelings
Wishing My Friends
Positive Feelings: Happy, Excited...

Module 08

Grammar Basics 3: Verbs & Adjectives & Being Kind & Polite

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Grammar Basics 3: Verbs & Adjectives, Being Kind & Polite, Working and Playing Together — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Grammar Basics 3: Verbs & Adjectives

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Verbs: Action Words" through "Verbs in Sentences" and "Adjectives: Describing Words" to the capstone "Adjectives in Sentences" — building grammar basics 3: verbs & adjectives skills learners can use immediately.

Verbs: Action Words
Verbs in Sentences
Adjectives: Describing Words
Adjectives in Sentences

Being Kind & Polite

Four linked sessions carry learners from "How to Say Yes Kindly" through "How to Say No Kindly" and "Interrupting Politely" to the capstone "Making a Polite Request" — building being kind & polite skills learners can use immediately.

How to Say Yes Kindly
How to Say No Kindly
Interrupting Politely
Making a Polite Request

Working and Playing Together

Four linked sessions carry learners from "How to Solve Problems Together" through "Fixing Fights with Friends" and "Agreeing or Disagreeing Nicely" to the capstone "Ordering Food at a Restaurant" — building working and playing together skills learners can use immediately.

How to Solve Problems Together
Fixing Fights with Friends
Agreeing or Disagreeing Nicely
Ordering Food at a Restaurant

Module 01

Talking About Myself & Using My Voice

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Talking About Myself, Using My Voice, Grammar Basics — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Talking About Myself

Four linked sessions carry learners from "SelfIntroduction Skills" through "Describing Likes/Dislikes" and "Answering Questions About Self" to the capstone "Talking About Your Routine" — building talking about myself skills learners can use immediately.

SelfIntroduction Skills
Describing Likes/Dislikes
Answering Questions About Self
Talking About Your Routine

Using My Voice

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Emphasizing with Voice" through "Learning to Control Volume" and "Talking Fast and Slow" to the capstone "Making Effective Pauses" — building using my voice skills learners can use immediately.

Emphasizing with Voice
Learning to Control Volume
Talking Fast and Slow
Making Effective Pauses

Grammar Basics

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Nouns: Naming Words" through "Pronouns: He, She, It" and "Articles: A & An" to the capstone "Article Usage" — building grammar basics skills learners can use immediately.

Nouns: Naming Words
Pronouns: He, She, It
Articles: A & An
Article Usage

Module 02

Using Body Language & Storytelling Basics Describing Characters

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Using Body Language, Storytelling Basics Describing Characters, My First Speech — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Using Body Language

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using Hand Gestures" through "Expressing Emotions with Facial Expressions" and "Maintaining Body Posture" to the capstone "Maintaining Eye Contact" — building using body language skills learners can use immediately.

Using Hand Gestures
Expressing Emotions with Facial Expressions
Maintaining Body Posture
Maintaining Eye Contact

Storytelling Basics Describing Characters

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Identify Character Traits" through "Describe Character Habits" and "Express Character Feelings" to the capstone "Describe the Protagonist" — building storytelling basics describing characters skills learners can use immediately.

Identify Character Traits
Describe Character Habits
Express Character Feelings
Describe the Protagonist

My First Speech

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Beginning a Speech with a Hook" through "Using "I Think" Statements" and "Using PointReasonExample Structure" to the capstone "Ending a Speech" — building my first speech skills learners can use immediately.

Beginning a Speech with a Hook
Using "I Think" Statements
Using PointReasonExample Structure
Ending a Speech

Module 03

Daily Conversations & Vocabulary Prefixes & Suffixes ()

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Daily Conversations, Vocabulary Prefixes & Suffixes (), Poetry Recitation — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Daily Conversations

Four linked sessions carry learners from "How to ask for directions" through "How to place an order" and "Explaining a Concept" to the capstone "Asking Questions About Others" — building daily conversations skills learners can use immediately.

How to ask for directions
How to place an order
Explaining a Concept
Asking Questions About Others

Vocabulary Prefixes & Suffixes ()

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Recognizing un, re prefixes" through "Recognizing pre prefix" and "Recognizing ful, less suffix" to the capstone "Recognizing ly suffix" — building vocabulary prefixes & suffixes () skills learners can use immediately.

Recognizing un, re prefixes
Recognizing pre prefix
Recognizing ful, less suffix
Recognizing ly suffix

Poetry Recitation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Understanding Rhyming Words and Sounds" through "Completing Poems with Rhyming Words" and "Magical Character Performance" to the capstone "Animal Character Performance" — building poetry recitation skills learners can use immediately.

Understanding Rhyming Words and Sounds
Completing Poems with Rhyming Words
Magical Character Performance
Animal Character Performance

Module 04

Grammar Basics Part 2 & Introduction to Debating

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Grammar Basics Part 2, Introduction to Debating, Sharing My Opinions — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Grammar Basics Part 2

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Verbs: Action Words" through "Verbs in Past Tense" and "Verbs in Present Tense" to the capstone "Sentence Building: Word Order" — building grammar basics part 2 skills learners can use immediately.

Verbs: Action Words
Verbs in Past Tense
Verbs in Present Tense
Sentence Building: Word Order

Introduction to Debating

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sharing "ForAgainst" views on different topics" through "Using hooks to start a debate" and "Fact vs. Myth debates" to the capstone "Debates on fun topics" — building introduction to debating skills learners can use immediately.

Sharing "ForAgainst" views on different topics
Using hooks to start a debate
Fact vs. Myth debates
Debates on fun topics

Sharing My Opinions

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Stating My Opinion" through "Explaining My Opinion" and "Describing Preferred Activities" to the capstone "Explaining Preferences" — building sharing my opinions skills learners can use immediately.

Stating My Opinion
Explaining My Opinion
Describing Preferred Activities
Explaining Preferences

Module 05

Reading Comprehension & Grammar Basics Part 3

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Reading Comprehension, Grammar Basics Part 3, Social Communication Skills — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Reading Comprehension

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Stretchy stretch snake" through "Lips the fish" and "Chunky monkey" to the capstone "Eagle eye" — building reading comprehension skills learners can use immediately.

Stretchy stretch snake
Lips the fish
Chunky monkey
Eagle eye

Grammar Basics Part 3

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Adjectives: Describing Words" through "Prepositions: Where Words Go?" and "Punctuation: Full Stops and Commas" to the capstone "Punctuation: Question Marks and Exclamation" — building grammar basics part 3 skills learners can use immediately.

Adjectives: Describing Words
Prepositions: Where Words Go?
Punctuation: Full Stops and Commas
Punctuation: Question Marks and Exclamation

Social Communication Skills

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Greeting Etiquette" through "Agreeing Politely" and "Disagreeing Politely" to the capstone "Requesting for Action" — building social communication skills skills learners can use immediately.

Greeting Etiquette
Agreeing Politely
Disagreeing Politely
Requesting for Action

Module 06

Reading Comprehension Part 2 & Storytelling Part 2: Settings and Themes

2 topics · ~8 sessions

Moves learners through Reading Comprehension Part 2, Storytelling Part 2: Settings and Themes — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Reading Comprehension Part 2

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Flippy dolphin (Vowels)" through "Flippy dolphin (Consonants)" and "Slammy rabbit" to the capstone "Reading Short Sentences" — building reading comprehension part 2 skills learners can use immediately.

Flippy dolphin (Vowels)
Flippy dolphin (Consonants)
Slammy rabbit
Reading Short Sentences

Storytelling Part 2: Settings and Themes

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Describe Time and Place" through "Create a Map of Story Setting" and "Themes and Morals" to the capstone "Putting a Story in Order" — building storytelling part 2: settings and themes skills learners can use immediately.

Describe Time and Place
Create a Map of Story Setting
Themes and Morals
Putting a Story in Order

Module 07

Creating My Own Stories

1 topics · ~4 sessions

Moves learners through Creating My Own Stories — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Creating My Own Stories

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Describing Heroes" through "Describing Time and Place" and "Presenting a Problem in a Story Plot" to the capstone "Finding a Solution to a Problem in the Story" — building creating my own stories skills learners can use immediately.

Describing Heroes
Describing Time and Place
Presenting a Problem in a Story Plot
Finding a Solution to a Problem in the Story

Module 08

Vocabulary Prefixes & Suffixes (Part 2) & Drama & Roleplay

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Vocabulary Prefixes & Suffixes (Part 2), Drama & Roleplay, Understanding Debate Formats — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Vocabulary Prefixes & Suffixes (Part 2)

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Recognizing dis, mis, over" through "Recognizing over prefix" and "Recognizing er, or prefix" to the capstone "Recognizing ist prefix" — building vocabulary prefixes & suffixes (part 2) skills learners can use immediately.

Recognizing dis, mis, over
Recognizing over prefix
Recognizing er, or prefix
Recognizing ist prefix

Drama & Roleplay

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Acting Out a Character" through "Expressing surprise in poetry" and "Expressing happiness in poetry" to the capstone "Expressing anger in poetry" — building drama & roleplay skills learners can use immediately.

Acting Out a Character
Expressing surprise in poetry
Expressing happiness in poetry
Expressing anger in poetry

Understanding Debate Formats

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using humor in debates" through "Debates on school policies" and "Environmental debates" to the capstone "Value debates" — building understanding debate formats skills learners can use immediately.

Using humor in debates
Debates on school policies
Environmental debates
Value debates

Module 01

Using Your Voice Clearly & Expressing with Body Language

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Using Your Voice Clearly, Expressing with Body Language, Grammar Basics — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Using Your Voice Clearly

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Speaking Confidently" through "Effective Pausing" and "Using Different Voice Tones" to the capstone "Emphasizing Important Words" — building using your voice clearly skills learners can use immediately.

Speaking Confidently
Effective Pausing
Using Different Voice Tones
Emphasizing Important Words

Expressing with Body Language

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Gestures to Enhance Speech" through "Using Facial Expressions" and "Practicing Eye Contact" to the capstone "Maintaining Posture" — building expressing with body language skills learners can use immediately.

Gestures to Enhance Speech
Using Facial Expressions
Practicing Eye Contact
Maintaining Posture

Grammar Basics

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Punctuation (Capital Letters and Full Stops)" through "Articles (A, An, The)" and "Noun and Pronoun" to the capstone "Identifying Nouns and Pronouns" — building grammar basics skills learners can use immediately.

Punctuation (Capital Letters and Full Stops)
Articles (A, An, The)
Noun and Pronoun
Identifying Nouns and Pronouns

Module 02

Describing Things in Conversations & Storytelling Basics

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Describing Things in Conversations, Storytelling Basics, Delivering a Short Speech — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Describing Things in Conversations

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Discussing Least Favorite Things" through "Describing Favorite Activities" and "Explaining Preferences" to the capstone "Expressing Opinions" — building describing things in conversations skills learners can use immediately.

Discussing Least Favorite Things
Describing Favorite Activities
Explaining Preferences
Expressing Opinions

Storytelling Basics

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Identifying Character Traits" through "Describing Character Habits" and "Expressing Character Feelings" to the capstone "Detailing Physical Features" — building storytelling basics skills learners can use immediately.

Identifying Character Traits
Describing Character Habits
Expressing Character Feelings
Detailing Physical Features

Delivering a Short Speech

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Opening a Speech" through "Middle of Speech" and "Middle of a Speech" to the capstone "Closing a Speech" — building delivering a short speech skills learners can use immediately.

Opening a Speech
Middle of Speech
Middle of a Speech
Closing a Speech

Module 03

Grammar Basics Part 2 & Describing Things in Conversations

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Grammar Basics Part 2, Describing Things in Conversations, Sharing Narratives — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Grammar Basics Part 2

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using Adjectives to Describe" through "Introducing Yourself with Adjectives" and "Using Verbs in Sentences" to the capstone "Punctuation: Full Stops and Commas" — building grammar basics part 2 skills learners can use immediately.

Using Adjectives to Describe
Introducing Yourself with Adjectives
Using Verbs in Sentences
Punctuation: Full Stops and Commas

Describing Things in Conversations

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Discussing Least Favorite Things" through "Describing Favorite Activities" and "Explaining Preferences" to the capstone "Expressing Opinions" — building describing things in conversations skills learners can use immediately.

Discussing Least Favorite Things
Describing Favorite Activities
Explaining Preferences
Expressing Opinions

Sharing Narratives

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sharing a personal story of growth" through "Sharing a travel story" and "Speaking about a surprise event" to the capstone "Overcoming Deepseated Fears" — building sharing narratives skills learners can use immediately.

Sharing a personal story of growth
Sharing a travel story
Speaking about a surprise event
Overcoming Deepseated Fears

Module 04

Building Simple Arguments & Learning to Debate

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Building Simple Arguments, Learning to Debate, Types of Debates — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Building Simple Arguments

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Formulating Clear Arguments" through "Connecting Two or More Ideas in an Argument" and "Summarizing Key Points" to the capstone "Reinforcing the Main Message" — building building simple arguments skills learners can use immediately.

Formulating Clear Arguments
Connecting Two or More Ideas in an Argument
Summarizing Key Points
Reinforcing the Main Message

Learning to Debate

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sharing "ForAgainst" Views on Different Topics" through "Using Hooks to Start a Debate" and "Using "I Think" Statements" to the capstone "Using Rebuttals" — building learning to debate skills learners can use immediately.

Sharing "ForAgainst" Views on Different Topics
Using Hooks to Start a Debate
Using "I Think" Statements
Using Rebuttals

Types of Debates

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Fun Debates" through "School Policies Debates" and "Environmental Debates" to the capstone "Value Debates" — building types of debates skills learners can use immediately.

Fun Debates
School Policies Debates
Environmental Debates
Value Debates

Module 05

Reading Skills: Plot, Characters & Story Elements & Vocabulary Building

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Reading Skills: Plot, Characters & Story Elements, Vocabulary Building, Poetry Recitation — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Reading Skills: Plot, Characters & Story Elements

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Author's Purpose" through "Character Traits" and "Main Idea" to the capstone "Story Elements" — building reading skills: plot, characters & story elements skills learners can use immediately.

Author's Purpose
Character Traits
Main Idea
Story Elements

Vocabulary Building

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Recognizing un, re prefixes" through "Recognizing pre prefix" and "Recognizing ful, less suffix" to the capstone "Recognizing ly suffix" — building vocabulary building skills learners can use immediately.

Recognizing un, re prefixes
Recognizing pre prefix
Recognizing ful, less suffix
Recognizing ly suffix

Poetry Recitation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Expressing Happiness in Poetry" through "Expressing Sadness in Poetry" and "Reciting poems as different characters" to the capstone "Exploring slam poetry" — building poetry recitation skills learners can use immediately.

Expressing Happiness in Poetry
Expressing Sadness in Poetry
Reciting poems as different characters
Exploring slam poetry

Module 06

Reading Skills: Ideas & Meaning & Advanced Grammar Tenses

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Reading Skills: Ideas & Meaning, Advanced Grammar Tenses, Types of Speeches — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Reading Skills: Ideas & Meaning

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Summarizing" through "Inferences" and "Making Connections" to the capstone "Making Predictions" — building reading skills: ideas & meaning skills learners can use immediately.

Summarizing
Inferences
Making Connections
Making Predictions

Advanced Grammar Tenses

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Present Tense" through "Past Tense" and "Future Tense" to the capstone "Subject Verb Agreement" — building advanced grammar tenses skills learners can use immediately.

Present Tense
Past Tense
Future Tense
Subject Verb Agreement

Types of Speeches

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Explaining HowTo Steps" through "Explaining Concepts" and "Sharing Positives and Negatives of an Idea" to the capstone "Making Persuasive Arguments" — building types of speeches skills learners can use immediately.

Explaining HowTo Steps
Explaining Concepts
Sharing Positives and Negatives of an Idea
Making Persuasive Arguments

Module 07

Persuading with Emotions & Logic & Storytelling Advanced

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Persuading with Emotions & Logic, Storytelling Advanced, Social Skills — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Persuading with Emotions & Logic

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Persuading with Emotions" through "Using Anecdotes to Persuade" and "Persuading with Facts" to the capstone "Persuading with Reason" — building persuading with emotions & logic skills learners can use immediately.

Persuading with Emotions
Using Anecdotes to Persuade
Persuading with Facts
Persuading with Reason

Storytelling Advanced

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Describing the Protagonist" through "Describing Time and Place" and "Creating a Map of Story Setting" to the capstone "Themes and Morals" — building storytelling advanced skills learners can use immediately.

Describing the Protagonist
Describing Time and Place
Creating a Map of Story Setting
Themes and Morals

Social Skills

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Agreeing Politely" through "Disagreeing Politely" and "Requesting for Action" to the capstone "Expressing Gratitude" — building social skills skills learners can use immediately.

Agreeing Politely
Disagreeing Politely
Requesting for Action
Expressing Gratitude

Module 01

Communication Fundamentals

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Effective Body Language, Voice Modulation and Fluency, Grammar 1: Verbs — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Effective Body Language

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using Gestures" through "Varying Facial Expressions" and "Maintaining Eye Contact & Posture" to the capstone "Managing Nervousness" — building effective body language skills learners can use immediately.

Using Gestures
Varying Facial Expressions
Maintaining Eye Contact & Posture
Managing Nervousness

Voice Modulation and Fluency

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Pacing & Pausing" through "Emphasizing Key Words" and "Varying Vocal Tone" to the capstone "Expressing Emotion with Words" — building voice modulation and fluency skills learners can use immediately.

Pacing & Pausing
Emphasizing Key Words
Varying Vocal Tone
Expressing Emotion with Words

Grammar 1: Verbs

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Primary Verbs" through "The infinitive and Participles" and "Regular and Irregular Verbs" to the capstone "Verbs and Meaning" — building grammar 1: verbs skills learners can use immediately.

Primary Verbs
The infinitive and Participles
Regular and Irregular Verbs
Verbs and Meaning

Module 02

Storytelling Basics

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Storytelling 1: Describing Characters, Delivering a Speech, Grammar 2: Tenses — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Storytelling 1: Describing Characters

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Describing Hero Traits" through "Describing Villain Traits" and "Describing Character Feelings" to the capstone "Describing Character Habits" — building storytelling 1: describing characters skills learners can use immediately.

Describing Hero Traits
Describing Villain Traits
Describing Character Feelings
Describing Character Habits

Delivering a Speech

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Starting with a Hook" through "Connecting Ideas" and "Giving Strong Reasons" to the capstone "Closing with a Strong Message" — building delivering a speech skills learners can use immediately.

Starting with a Hook
Connecting Ideas
Giving Strong Reasons
Closing with a Strong Message

Grammar 2: Tenses

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Simple Present and Present Continuous Tense" through "Simple Past and Past Continuous Tense" and "Future Tense" to the capstone "Singular Verbs" — building grammar 2: tenses skills learners can use immediately.

Simple Present and Present Continuous Tense
Simple Past and Past Continuous Tense
Future Tense
Singular Verbs

Module 03

Expressing Ideas Clearly

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Logical Reasoning, Winning Debates, Mastering Debate Formats — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Logical Reasoning

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Constructing Logical Arguments" through "Organizing Argument Ideas" and "Explaining Decisions Clearly" to the capstone "Listing Pros & Cons" — building logical reasoning skills learners can use immediately.

Constructing Logical Arguments
Organizing Argument Ideas
Explaining Decisions Clearly
Listing Pros & Cons

Winning Debates

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Agreeing Respectfully" through "Disagreeing Respectfully" and "Presenting Counterarguments" to the capstone "Refuting Counterarguments" — building winning debates skills learners can use immediately.

Agreeing Respectfully
Disagreeing Respectfully
Presenting Counterarguments
Refuting Counterarguments

Mastering Debate Formats

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Debating Environmental Topics" through "Debating Technology Topics" and "Everyday Issue Debates" to the capstone "LincolnDouglas Debate" — building mastering debate formats skills learners can use immediately.

Debating Environmental Topics
Debating Technology Topics
Everyday Issue Debates
LincolnDouglas Debate

Module 04

Listening & Understanding

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Active Listening, Reading Comprehension, Grammar 3: Adjectives and Adverbs — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Active Listening

Four linked sessions carry learners from "What Is Active Listening?" through "Using Gestures When Listening" and "Acknowledging Speaker’s Points" to the capstone "FollowUp Questioning" — building active listening skills learners can use immediately.

What Is Active Listening?
Using Gestures When Listening
Acknowledging Speaker’s Points
FollowUp Questioning

Reading Comprehension

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Character Actions & Feelings" through "Predicting Events" and "Author’s Purpose" to the capstone "Character Development" — building reading comprehension skills learners can use immediately.

Character Actions & Feelings
Predicting Events
Author’s Purpose
Character Development

Grammar 3: Adjectives and Adverbs

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Descriptive Adjectives, Placement and Order of Adjectives" through "Comparison of Adjectives" and "Adverbs of Manner and Place" to the capstone "Adverbs of Time, Frequency and Duration" — building grammar 3: adjectives and adverbs skills learners can use immediately.

Descriptive Adjectives, Placement and Order of Adjectives
Comparison of Adjectives
Adverbs of Manner and Place
Adverbs of Time, Frequency and Duration

Module 05

Storytelling Mastery

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Narrative Sharing, Storytelling 2: Setting of The Story, Advanced Speech: Mastering Delivery — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Narrative Sharing

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sharing a Personal Growth Story" through "Sharing a Travel Narrative" and "Describing a Surprise Event" to the capstone "Retelling Famous Story Morals" — building narrative sharing skills learners can use immediately.

Sharing a Personal Growth Story
Sharing a Travel Narrative
Describing a Surprise Event
Retelling Famous Story Morals

Storytelling 2: Setting of The Story

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Describing Time & Place" through "Using Colors in Description" and "Creating a Story Map" to the capstone "Storytelling Without Words" — building storytelling 2: setting of the story skills learners can use immediately.

Describing Time & Place
Using Colors in Description
Creating a Story Map
Storytelling Without Words

Advanced Speech: Mastering Delivery

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using Emotions in Speech" through "Using Stories & Anecdotes" and "Using Facts in Speech" to the capstone "Using Reasons in Speech" — building advanced speech: mastering delivery skills learners can use immediately.

Using Emotions in Speech
Using Stories & Anecdotes
Using Facts in Speech
Using Reasons in Speech

Module 06

Speaking for Performance

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Becoming a YouTube Sensation, Hosting a Podcast, Poetry Recitation Skills — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Becoming a YouTube Sensation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sound and Images Video" through "Instructional Videos" and "Product Review Videos" to the capstone "Final Video" — building becoming a youtube sensation skills learners can use immediately.

Sound and Images Video
Instructional Videos
Product Review Videos
Final Video

Hosting a Podcast

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Preparing to be on Camera" through "Introduction to Podcasting" and "Starting a Podcast ()" to the capstone "Starting a Podcast (Part 2)" — building hosting a podcast skills learners can use immediately.

Preparing to be on Camera
Introduction to Podcasting
Starting a Podcast ()
Starting a Podcast (Part 2)

Poetry Recitation Skills

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Reciting with Impactful Voice" through "Reciting with Emotion" and "Using Facial Expressions" to the capstone "Performing Character Poems" — building poetry recitation skills skills learners can use immediately.

Reciting with Impactful Voice
Reciting with Emotion
Using Facial Expressions
Performing Character Poems

Module 07

Creative Performance Mastery

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Creative Thinking, Acting and Drama Techniques, Performing StandUp Comedy — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Creative Thinking

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Opposite and Consequential Thinking" through "Pros, Cons and ABC Thinking" and "Quiz Show and Alternate Thinking" to the capstone "Imaginative and Commonality Thinking" — building creative thinking skills learners can use immediately.

Opposite and Consequential Thinking
Pros, Cons and ABC Thinking
Quiz Show and Alternate Thinking
Imaginative and Commonality Thinking

Acting and Drama Techniques

Four linked sessions carry learners from "The Actor's Body" through "Introduction To Miming" and "Introduction to Method Acting" to the capstone "Basics of Acting+Warmups" — building acting and drama techniques skills learners can use immediately.

The Actor's Body
Introduction To Miming
Introduction to Method Acting
Basics of Acting+Warmups

Performing StandUp Comedy

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Identifying Your Comic Style" through "Writing StandUp Comedy" and "Understanding Jokes" to the capstone "Editing the StandUp Act" — building performing standup comedy skills learners can use immediately.

Identifying Your Comic Style
Writing StandUp Comedy
Understanding Jokes
Editing the StandUp Act

Module 01

Communication Fundamentals

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Voice Modulation, Effective Body Language, Conversational Grammar Verbs — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Voice Modulation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Pacing During Speech Delivery" through "Intonation & Emphasis" and "Managing Nervousness" to the capstone "Voice Inflection" — building voice modulation skills learners can use immediately.

Pacing During Speech Delivery
Intonation & Emphasis
Managing Nervousness
Voice Inflection

Effective Body Language

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Eye Contact Techniques" through "Gesture & Expression Use" and "Use of Movement & Space" to the capstone "Learning to Overcome Nervousness" — building effective body language skills learners can use immediately.

Eye Contact Techniques
Gesture & Expression Use
Use of Movement & Space
Learning to Overcome Nervousness

Conversational Grammar Verbs

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Main Verbs and Helping Verbs" through "The infinitive and Participles" and "Regular and Irregular Verbs" to the capstone "Transitive, Intransitive and Distransitive Verbs" — building conversational grammar verbs skills learners can use immediately.

Main Verbs and Helping Verbs
The infinitive and Participles
Regular and Irregular Verbs
Transitive, Intransitive and Distransitive Verbs

Module 02

Storytelling Foundations

2 topics · ~8 sessions

Moves learners through Narrative Sharing, Building an Impactful Speech — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Narrative Sharing

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Discussing Deep Fears" through "Discussing Personal Challenges" and "Conflict Description" to the capstone "Travel Experience Sharing" — building narrative sharing skills learners can use immediately.

Discussing Deep Fears
Discussing Personal Challenges
Conflict Description
Travel Experience Sharing

Building an Impactful Speech

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Starting with a Hook" through "Connecting with Audience Emotions" and "Logical Argument Construction" to the capstone "Leaving a Challenge" — building building an impactful speech skills learners can use immediately.

Starting with a Hook
Connecting with Audience Emotions
Logical Argument Construction
Leaving a Challenge

Module 03

Debate & Discussion Skills

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Building Logical Arguments, Winning Debates, Cracking Group Discussions & Model UN — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Building Logical Arguments

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Developing Strong Arguments" through "FactBased Argument Support" and "Logical Idea Organization" to the capstone "Polite Disagreement" — building building logical arguments skills learners can use immediately.

Developing Strong Arguments
FactBased Argument Support
Logical Idea Organization
Polite Disagreement

Winning Debates

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Parliamentary Debate Participation" through "Extemporaneous Debate Skills" and "Debating Environmental Topics" to the capstone "LincolnDouglas Debate" — building winning debates skills learners can use immediately.

Parliamentary Debate Participation
Extemporaneous Debate Skills
Debating Environmental Topics
LincolnDouglas Debate

Cracking Group Discussions & Model UN

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Disagreement in Discussions" through "Opinion Sharing" and "Model United Nations Rules & Procedure" to the capstone "Model UN Participation" — building cracking group discussions & model un skills learners can use immediately.

Disagreement in Discussions
Opinion Sharing
Model United Nations Rules & Procedure
Model UN Participation

Module 04

Advanced Communication Skills

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Active Listening, Advanced Speech Delivering With Impact, Advanced Debate Techniques — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Active Listening

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Key Point Listening" through "Building on Responses" and "FollowUp Questioning" to the capstone "Clarification Techniques" — building active listening skills learners can use immediately.

Key Point Listening
Building on Responses
FollowUp Questioning
Clarification Techniques

Advanced Speech Delivering With Impact

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Informative Speech Writing" through "Explaining a Process" and "Discussing Environmental Topics" to the capstone "Crafting a Sales Pitch" — building advanced speech delivering with impact skills learners can use immediately.

Informative Speech Writing
Explaining a Process
Discussing Environmental Topics
Crafting a Sales Pitch

Advanced Debate Techniques

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Emotional Appeal Techniques" through "EthosBased Persuasion" and "Using Comparisons" to the capstone "Pros & Cons Listing" — building advanced debate techniques skills learners can use immediately.

Emotional Appeal Techniques
EthosBased Persuasion
Using Comparisons
Pros & Cons Listing

Module 05

Presentation Mastery

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Public Oration, Delivering Impactful Presentations, Persuasion Techniques — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Public Oration

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Structuring Speech Points" through "Humorous Speech Writing" and "Surprising Fact Usage" to the capstone "Thinking Quickly" — building public oration skills learners can use immediately.

Structuring Speech Points
Humorous Speech Writing
Surprising Fact Usage
Thinking Quickly

Delivering Impactful Presentations

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Outlining a Presentation" through "Crafting Engaging Openings" and "Crafting Engaging Closings" to the capstone "Planning Visuals to Support Each Point" — building delivering impactful presentations skills learners can use immediately.

Outlining a Presentation
Crafting Engaging Openings
Crafting Engaging Closings
Planning Visuals to Support Each Point

Persuasion Techniques

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Creating Urgency" through "EvidenceBased Persuasion" and "Creating Suspense" to the capstone "Persuasive vs. Argumentative Crafting" — building persuasion techniques skills learners can use immediately.

Creating Urgency
EvidenceBased Persuasion
Creating Suspense
Persuasive vs. Argumentative Crafting

Module 06

RealWorld Speaking Skills

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Becoming a YouTube Sensation, Hosting a Podcast, Performing StandUp Comedy — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Becoming a YouTube Sensation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Sound and Images Video" through "Instructional Videos" and "Product Review Videos" to the capstone "Final Video" — building becoming a youtube sensation skills learners can use immediately.

Sound and Images Video
Instructional Videos
Product Review Videos
Final Video

Hosting a Podcast

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Preparing to be on Camera" through "Introduction to Podcasting" and "Starting a Podcast ()" to the capstone "Starting a Podcast (Part 2)" — building hosting a podcast skills learners can use immediately.

Preparing to be on Camera
Introduction to Podcasting
Starting a Podcast ()
Starting a Podcast (Part 2)

Performing StandUp Comedy

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Identifying Your Comic Style" through "Writing StandUp Comedy" and "Understanding Jokes" to the capstone "Editing the StandUp Act" — building performing standup comedy skills learners can use immediately.

Identifying Your Comic Style
Writing StandUp Comedy
Understanding Jokes
Editing the StandUp Act

Module 01

Voice Modulation & Effective Body Language

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Voice Modulation, Effective Body Language, Conversational Grammar Verbs — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Voice Modulation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using Pauses to Make Impact" through "Using Intonation and Emphasis to Highlight" and "Voice Inflection" to the capstone "Managing Nervousness" — building voice modulation skills learners can use immediately.

Using Pauses to Make Impact
Using Intonation and Emphasis to Highlight
Voice Inflection
Managing Nervousness

Effective Body Language

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Using Gestures and Expressions" through "Using Movement and Space" and "Learning to Overcome Nervousness" to the capstone "Managing Space and Movement on Stage" — building effective body language skills learners can use immediately.

Using Gestures and Expressions
Using Movement and Space
Learning to Overcome Nervousness
Managing Space and Movement on Stage

Conversational Grammar Verbs

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Primary Verbs" through "The infinitive and Participles" and "Regular and Irregular Verbs" to the capstone "Transitive and Intransitive Verbs" — building conversational grammar verbs skills learners can use immediately.

Primary Verbs
The infinitive and Participles
Regular and Irregular Verbs
Transitive and Intransitive Verbs

Module 02

Crafting a Powerful Introduction & Sharing Narratives

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Crafting a Powerful Introduction, Sharing Narratives, Building a Structured Speech — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Crafting a Powerful Introduction

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Crafting SelfIntroduction" through "Describing Personal Interests and Hobbies" and "Talking about Strengths and Weaknesses" to the capstone "Describing Personal Vision" — building crafting a powerful introduction skills learners can use immediately.

Crafting SelfIntroduction
Describing Personal Interests and Hobbies
Talking about Strengths and Weaknesses
Describing Personal Vision

Sharing Narratives

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Discussing Deep Fears" through "Discussing Personal Challenges" and "Conflict Description" to the capstone "Travel Experience Sharing" — building sharing narratives skills learners can use immediately.

Discussing Deep Fears
Discussing Personal Challenges
Conflict Description
Travel Experience Sharing

Building a Structured Speech

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Starting with a Hook" through "Connecting with Audience Emotions" and "Logical Argument Construction" to the capstone "Leaving a Challenge" — building building a structured speech skills learners can use immediately.

Starting with a Hook
Connecting with Audience Emotions
Logical Argument Construction
Leaving a Challenge

Module 03

Building Arguments & Winning Debates

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Building Arguments, Winning Debates, Group Discussions & Model UN — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Building Arguments

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Learning to Analyze Arguments" through "Using Deductive Reasoning" and "Using Inductive Reasoning" to the capstone "Identifying Logical Flaws" — building building arguments skills learners can use immediately.

Learning to Analyze Arguments
Using Deductive Reasoning
Using Inductive Reasoning
Identifying Logical Flaws

Winning Debates

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Developing Counterarguments" through "Rebuttal Techniques" and "Using Analogies" to the capstone "Learning CrossExamination" — building winning debates skills learners can use immediately.

Developing Counterarguments
Rebuttal Techniques
Using Analogies
Learning CrossExamination

Group Discussions & Model UN

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Expressing Disagreement in Group Discussions" through "Expressing Ideas" and "Applying Netiquette in Online Settings" to the capstone "Model United Nations Rules & Procedure" — building group discussions & model un skills learners can use immediately.

Expressing Disagreement in Group Discussions
Expressing Ideas
Applying Netiquette in Online Settings
Model United Nations Rules & Procedure

Module 04

Conversational Grammar Tenses & Interviewing Skills

2 topics · ~8 sessions

Moves learners through Conversational Grammar Tenses, Interviewing Skills — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Conversational Grammar Tenses

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Present Perfect and Present Perfect Continuous Tenses" through "Simple Past and Past Continuous Tense" and "Past Perfect and Past Perfect Continuous Tense" to the capstone "Future Tense" — building conversational grammar tenses skills learners can use immediately.

Present Perfect and Present Perfect Continuous Tenses
Simple Past and Past Continuous Tense
Past Perfect and Past Perfect Continuous Tense
Future Tense

Interviewing Skills

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Mastering Common Interview Questions" through "Confidently Responding to FAQs" and "Using Ethos, Pathos, and Logos" to the capstone "Describing Personal Vision" — building interviewing skills skills learners can use immediately.

Mastering Common Interview Questions
Confidently Responding to FAQs
Using Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
Describing Personal Vision

Module 05

Active Listening & Types of Speeches

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Active Listening, Types of Speeches, Types of Debates — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Active Listening

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Read & Use Nonverbal Listening Cues" through "Ask Clear, Clarifying Questions" and "Use Argument Mapping to Enhance Understanding" to the capstone "Practice Core Active Listening Skills" — building active listening skills learners can use immediately.

Read & Use Nonverbal Listening Cues
Ask Clear, Clarifying Questions
Use Argument Mapping to Enhance Understanding
Practice Core Active Listening Skills

Types of Speeches

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Informative Speech: Explaining Technical Concepts" through "Informative Speech: Structuring Informative Presentations" and "Reflective Speech: Expressing Gratitude" to the capstone "Reflective Speech: Sharing A Memorable Experience" — building types of speeches skills learners can use immediately.

Informative Speech: Explaining Technical Concepts
Informative Speech: Structuring Informative Presentations
Reflective Speech: Expressing Gratitude
Reflective Speech: Sharing A Memorable Experience

Types of Debates

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Extemporaneous Debate Skills" through "LincolnDouglas Debate" and "Parliamentary Debate Participation" to the capstone "Participating in Congressional Debate" — building types of debates skills learners can use immediately.

Extemporaneous Debate Skills
LincolnDouglas Debate
Parliamentary Debate Participation
Participating in Congressional Debate

Module 06

Conversational Grammar Adjectives & Adverbs & Delivering Impactful Presentations

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Conversational Grammar Adjectives & Adverbs, Delivering Impactful Presentations, Poetry Recitation & Slam Poetry — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Conversational Grammar Adjectives & Adverbs

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Descriptive Adjectives, Placement and Order of Adjectives" through "Comparison of Adjectives" and "Adverbs of Place, Time, Frequency and Duration" to the capstone "Adverbs of Manner, Degree and Reason" — building conversational grammar adjectives & adverbs skills learners can use immediately.

Descriptive Adjectives, Placement and Order of Adjectives
Comparison of Adjectives
Adverbs of Place, Time, Frequency and Duration
Adverbs of Manner, Degree and Reason

Delivering Impactful Presentations

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Outlining a Presentation" through "Crafting Engaging Openings" and "Crafting Engaging Closings" to the capstone "Planning Visuals to Support Each Point" — building delivering impactful presentations skills learners can use immediately.

Outlining a Presentation
Crafting Engaging Openings
Crafting Engaging Closings
Planning Visuals to Support Each Point

Poetry Recitation & Slam Poetry

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Reciting Haiku Poems" through "Reciting Cinquain Poems" and "Reciting Ode Poems" to the capstone "Introduction to Slam Poetry" — building poetry recitation & slam poetry skills learners can use immediately.

Reciting Haiku Poems
Reciting Cinquain Poems
Reciting Ode Poems
Introduction to Slam Poetry

Module 07

Becoming a YouTube Sensation & Hosting a Podcast

3 topics · ~12 sessions

Moves learners through Becoming a YouTube Sensation, Hosting a Podcast, Performing StandUp Comedy — building this level's core public-speaking skillset.

Becoming a YouTube Sensation

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Developing a Personal Storytelling Style" through "Writing Compelling Hooks and Narratives" and "Delivering Authentic Performances OnCamera" to the capstone "Visual Storytelling Through Framing and Angles" — building becoming a youtube sensation skills learners can use immediately.

Developing a Personal Storytelling Style
Writing Compelling Hooks and Narratives
Delivering Authentic Performances OnCamera
Visual Storytelling Through Framing and Angles

Hosting a Podcast

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Crafting a Powerful Interview Style" through "Reading and Responding to the Guest" and "Structuring the Flow of Dialogue" to the capstone "Creating Emotional Resonance Through Storytelling" — building hosting a podcast skills learners can use immediately.

Crafting a Powerful Interview Style
Reading and Responding to the Guest
Structuring the Flow of Dialogue
Creating Emotional Resonance Through Storytelling

Performing StandUp Comedy

Four linked sessions carry learners from "Observational Comedy & Finding Your Comic Voice" through "Structuring a 3–5 Minute Set" and "Reading the Room & Adjusting Delivery" to the capstone "Refining Material Through Feedback" — building performing standup comedy skills learners can use immediately.

Observational Comedy & Finding Your Comic Voice
Structuring a 3–5 Minute Set
Reading the Room & Adjusting Delivery
Refining Material Through Feedback

The PlanetSpark Way

A Proven 4-Step Learning Process

Creating Confident Communicators — one step at a time.

01

Assess & Customise

A free demo evaluates your child's level and builds a personalised learning path.

02

Learn by Doing

Activity-driven 1:1 sessions — storytelling, debates, role-plays and live practice.

03

Track & Celebrate

Weekly progress reports and real-time coach feedback keep parents informed.

04

Showcase & Shine

Monthly SparkTalks live showcases and competitions build real-world confidence.

What Learners Achieve

Tangible Skills for the Classroom & Real World

Measurable outcomes that show up at school, at home, and at every speaking opportunity.

Speak confidently in class, on stage, and on camera

From a first self-introduction to a structured speech, learners perform with poise.

By month 2

Tell a complete story that lands

Character, setting, structure and delivery, performed start to finish.

By month 3

Build and defend an argument with structure and respect

Claim, evidence, rebuttal — real debate skills, not just opinions.

By month 4

Listen actively and respond with follow-up questions

A skill most speaking programs skip entirely.

By month 3

Deliver a persuasive presentation with visuals and structure

Openings, closings and evidence-based persuasion (Grade 4+).

By month 5

Perform on a real platform — video, podcast or stand-up

Learners in Grade 4+ script and deliver a YouTube video, podcast episode or stand-up set.

By month 6

See These Results — Book a Free Demo

Our Educators

Learn from the Top 5% — Public Speaking Specialists

Every PlanetSpark coach clears a rigorous 7-stage selection. Meet our most loved public speaking educators.

Keshar Ray

4.8 · 975+ sessions

Bazila Manzoor

4.78 · 2,333+ sessions

Subaiya Lone

4.54 · 1,903+ sessions

Pooja Mundhra

4.76 · 225+ sessions

Parent Reviews

Real Results from Real Kids

Real articles from the PlanetSpark blog on raising confident communicators.

4.7

Based on 12,000+ verified parent reviews

"My daughter won her school's inter-house debate just 3 months after joining PlanetSpark. The transformation in her confidence is unbelievable."

RP

Ritu Patel

Parent · Gurgaon · Grade 6

"Arjun used to freeze during class presentations. After 8 weeks with PlanetSpark, he gave a speech at the school annual function to 500 people."

SM

Sunita Menon

Parent · Bengaluru · Grade 8

"I was sceptical about online classes, but the 1-on-1 format means my son gets undivided attention. Best investment we've made for his development."

AK

Anand Kapoor

Parent · Mumbai · Grade 4

"My daughter went from being shy to leading her school MUN team in just six months. The structured curriculum made all the difference."

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Priya Sharma

Parent · Delhi · Grade 10

How We Compare

Why PlanetSpark is India's Best Public Speaking Class for Kids

See how we stack up against group classes, coaching apps and offline academies.

Feature	PlanetSpark	Other Providers
Live 1-on-1 classes		Group / Recorded
Certified child-development coaches		Varies / Unverified
Age-graded curriculum (Grades 1–12)		Generic syllabus
IAO-accredited curriculum		Rarely
Monthly parent progress report		Rarely
Competition & MUN preparation		Add-on / Not offered
Flexible scheduling (7 days · 6 AM–10 PM)		Fixed batch timings
SparkTalks live monthly showcases		Not offered
Rescheduling within 2 hours, no penalty		Limited

Simple Process

How to Start in 4 Easy Steps

From booking the trial to seeing measurable progress in your child.

1

Book a Free Demo

Pick a date and time slot that works. Two-minute booking — no credit card needed.

2

Free Skill Assessment

A certified PlanetSpark coach evaluates your child's current speaking level on the trial call.

3

Personalised Learning Plan

You receive a custom roadmap with grade-mapped modules, weekly goals and expected milestones.

4

Start Learning Live 1:1

Classes start within 48 hours. Track monthly progress in the parent dashboard.

Book Your FREE Demo

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything parents ask us — pick a category to get started.

What age can my child start the Public Speaking Program?

From Kindergarten (age 4) through Grade 12 (age 18) — curriculum and coaching style adapt to the learner's exact age and stage.

Are the classes 1:1 or group?

100% live 1:1. No batch classes, no recorded videos — a dedicated coach every session.

My child is very shy — will this help?

Yes, that's exactly who 1:1 coaching is built for. The coach is patient, the setting is private, and Level 1 starts with a single confident self-introduction.

What does the 8-level curriculum cover?

Voice and body language, storytelling, debate and critical thinking, active listening, presentation skills and (Grade 4+) real-world platforms like YouTube, podcasting and stand-up.

How long before I see results?

Most learners show visible improvement in confidence and clarity within 4–6 weeks; PlanetSpark's data shows an average 68% improvement within 3 months of consistent practice.

Is this the same as the Creative Writing program?

No — this program is speaking-focused (voice, storytelling delivery, debate, presentation). Written composition is covered in PlanetSpark's separate Creative Writing program.

Who teaches the Public Speaking Program?

Certified coaches who clear a rigorous 7-stage selection process, trained in age-appropriate communication pedagogy for every stage from KG through Grade 12.

Can we change instructors?

Yes, a free instructor change is included in every plan if the fit isn't right.

Do coaches give feedback beyond the live class?

Yes — weekly progress reports covering skills practised and recommended focus areas.

How flexible is scheduling?

7 days a week, 6 AM–10 PM IST. Reschedule up to 2 hours before class, no penalty.

What if we can't commit to all 8 levels?

You can pause or stop after any level — each level is a complete, self-contained skill set.

What devices are needed?

Any laptop or tablet with a microphone and webcam — no special equipment required.

What happens in the free trial class?

A full speaking assessment with a certified coach, who evaluates current confidence and voice, then builds a personalised 8-level roadmap. 100% free, no credit card required.

Is the trial really free?

Yes, 100% free with no commitment and no credit card required.

Can older learners (Grade 9–12) join too?

Yes — the program runs all the way through Grade 12, covering advanced debate, persuasion and presentation skills for teens.

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