Their greatest value in the 4-H program is to the members who plan, prepare, and present them.
Public speakers gain poise, confidence, and self-assurance as they begin to make speeches.
Encourage the beginning speaker to stand and tell about something that happened at home, school, or in the community. As the 4-H'er gains confidence and speaking skills, he can move to more formal speeches. Please review and use the material throughout this guide to build the 4-H'ers' speaking skills. Other 4-H project materials can also help. In addition to these two resources, you might check out library books on the subject of public speaking.