Being Heard: A Kids’ Guide to Oracy and Confident Speaking
Lyn Dawes
Apr 2026 · Hachette UK
Ebook
48
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About this ebook
This book will teach children how to find their voice and become a confident speaker. Whether learning how to debate hot topics or just about who supports the best football team, good oracy skills matter. Though many find public speaking daunting at first, there are ways to gain confidence in this area. From the initial stages of planning what to say and thinking about the audience, to looking at body language and preparing the voice, this title covers all aspects of public speaking.
But It's not just about articulation,it'salso about building confidence, sharpening influencing skills, and empowering each child to find and express their unique voice.These are essential skills for young people's futures.
Poor oracy skills have a detrimental impact on a young person's future life chances, hampering their learning in school as well as their career prospects. Oracy skills are rarely taught and are often skills that wealthier children excel in, further widening social inequalities.
The book will teach children how to stand up for what they believe in, how to make sure their voice is heard, as well as how to handle situations when their opinions are challenged.
But It's not just about articulation,it'salso about building confidence, sharpening influencing skills, and empowering each child to find and express their unique voice.These are essential skills for young people's futures.
Poor oracy skills have a detrimental impact on a young person's future life chances, hampering their learning in school as well as their career prospects. Oracy skills are rarely taught and are often skills that wealthier children excel in, further widening social inequalities.
The book will teach children how to stand up for what they believe in, how to make sure their voice is heard, as well as how to handle situations when their opinions are challenged.
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