Improving Children's Confidence in Speaking - CeCe Sammy Lightfoot

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Improving Children’s Confidence in

Speaking

Effective communication is vital to success in any field, and it’s never

too early to learn. Here, I will cover how you can improve your
children’s confidence in speaking.
Communication sets the foundation for all future learning in the

early stages of child development. It allows children to interact with
the world around them and develop their unique identities. This is
why delays in communication can have a profound impact on a
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Every child has a unique voice and thoughts they’d like to share with
the world, even before they learn to articulate words. For timid kids,
speaking in front of others can be daunting, and they may lack the
courage to express themselves or worry about saying the wrong
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thing, sounding stupid, or being laughed at.
In contrast, some bold children may speak without thinking,

interrupting others, and end up with a whirlwind of words that are
difficult to comprehend. This can be just as frustrating for the child
and the listener, as it can be challenging to get a word in edgewise
or understand what the child is trying to say.
That said, whatever your child’s personality, you need not wait until
they perform before a crowd to start working on their confidence in
communicating effectively. You can begin by modelling confidence
and providing opportunities for your child to practise with you in a
safe and supportive environment.
Here are some reasons:
Why Improving Children’s Confidence in

Speaking Is Important
Children who are confident in their communication abilities are
more likely to excel in school and social situations. They’ll have better
relationships, be more successful in their careers, and lead happier
lives.
Conversely, children who struggle to communicate effectively often

have a hard time in school and social situations. They may be
passed over for opportunities or friendships because they cannot
express themselves. This can have lasting effects on their self-
esteem and confidence and can affect their ability to succeed in life.
This was certainly true for me.
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Eventually, I realised that listening to my favourite songs and singing

along gave me a sense of confidence I had never experienced
before. The music education I received also taught me the value of
discipline and practice, which I applied to my communication skills.
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Today, I am a much more confident person and an effective

communicator because of it. I owe much of my success to my early
exposure to music and the confidence it gave me.
So, working on improving your children’s confidence in speaking can

give them a head start in life and set them up for success.
“Music affects our emotional development, builds imagination,

curiosity and creative thinking, it helps with confidence, self-esteem
and so much more. Everyone’s quality can be improved through
music and music education.”
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5 Tips for Improving Your Children’s

Confidence in Speaking
1. Be a Good Role Model
If you want your children to be confident in speaking, you need to
model confidence yourself. Let them see you engaged in
conversations and speaking up for yourself. In addition, spend time
discussing with them to help them become comfortable expressing
their thoughts and feelings.
This does not only have to be when you are giving them a “talk.” You
can also do this during more casual moments, such as while
watching a film or TV show or reading a book together. Ask them to
share their take on the story, discuss the characters’ motivations,
and so on.
2. Listen to Them
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in speaking. Listening to them will affirm their worth and let them
know that you value what they have to say.
Aim to give them your undivided attention during conversations.

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Avoid distractions such as your phone or the TV, and make eye
contact. Show them that you are interested in what they say by
nodding and asking for details.
3. Organise Performances/Presentations
One way to help your children communicate effectively is to have
them practise in front of an audience. This could be as simple as
having them give a presentation to the family about their favourite
hobby, or organising a small performance for you and their friends.
This will not only give them a chance to hone their communication
skills but also help them overcome any stage fright or nerves they
may have. Knowing that you are in their corner and cheering them
on will boost their confidence even more.
4. Encourage Them to Join Extracurricular Activities

Extracurricular activities are an excellent way for children to build
confidence in speaking. They will be around other kids their age and
have to communicate with them regularly, and this will help them
develop social skills and learn how to express themselves effectively.
There are a variety of extracurricular activities to choose from,

including learning how to sing or play a musical instrument. Music is
a potent tool for boosting confidence, partly because it enables
children to explore themselves and creatively express their emotions.
In addition, because music lessons typically involve public
performances, it will also help them overcome any stage fright they
may have.
5. Provide Feedback and Encouragement

Giving feedback is important in helping your children learn how to
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excellent work. This will help them feel proud of their

accomplishments and motivated to continue improving.
At the same time, gently let them know if you see areas where they
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can use some improvement. For instance, if they tend to speak too
quietly, you can encourage them to project their voice more.
Providing feedback in a constructive and supportive way will let
them know that you are invested in their success.
Set Your Children Up For Success by Improving

Their Confidence in Speaking
Effective communication is an essential skill children need to
develop to succeed. As a parent, helping your children build
confidence in speaking is one of the best ways to set them up for
success.
The tips above will give you some ideas on how to do this.
Remember to be supportive and encouraging. With your help, your
children will develop the communication skills and confidence they
need to make their voices heard loud and clear.
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Improving Children’s Confidence in

Effective communication is vital to success in any field, and it’s never

Communication sets the foundation for all future learning in the

child’s development and learning.

In contrast, some bold children may speak without thinking,

Here are some reasons:

Why Improving Children’s Confidence in

Conversely, children who struggle to communicate effectively often

This was certainly true for me.

As a little girl, I was timid and had no idea how to communicate. I

Eventually, I realised that listening to my favourite songs and singing

Today, I am a much more confident person and an effective

So, working on improving your children’s confidence in speaking can

“Music affects our emotional development, builds imagination,

5 Tips for Improving Your Children’s

Celebrity Vocal Coach. Entrepreneur. Champion for Creativity. 󰊐

Aim to give them your undivided attention during conversations.

4. Encourage Them to Join Extracurricular Activities

There are a variety of extracurricular activities to choose from,

5. Provide Feedback and Encouragement

Celebrity Vocal Coach. Entrepreneur. Champion for Creativity.

excellent work. This will help them feel proud of their

Set Your Children Up For Success by Improving

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