Speak Up Youth: Debate and Public Speaking 101 (Ages 8-11)

Speak Up Youthis an organization dedicated toempowering the voices of future leaders through debate. We offerfree workshopsfor kidsages 8-11; no prior debate experience is needed! Workshops will take place onWednesdays from 5:30-6:30pm. One registration coversall 6 sessions. During workshops, students will... Participate in guided instruction and interactive activities Build confidence in their skills and in themselves Develop essential skills including: Leadership Take initiative, lead discussions, and express ideas in group settings Public Speaking Grow more comfortable speaking in front of others Communication Learn to communicate effectively, respectfully, and confidently Critical Thinking Understand, evaluate, and support arguments with logic Observe issues from multiple perspectives Teamwork Collaborate with peers and learn how to agree and disagree with each other Overview of Curriculum: Session 1:What is Debate? Session 2:Public Speaking Session 3:Building an Argument Session 4

Kids (6-8)