Having good presentation skills involves clearly and confidently sharing ideas with an audience. These skills aren’t just for adults — young people can also learn how to give strong presentations. Research shows that when they are able to develop these skills early, they become more comfortable speaking in front of others. The Successful Presentation Skills handout provides clients with easy steps to improve their presentations. It offers strategies on how to be prepared before a presentation, what to focus on during the presentation, and tips for improvement. Improving presentation skills can help kids and teens connect more effectively with their audience. Caring adults can guide them to recognize common mistakes and provide opportunities for them to present in relaxed settings, so they feel more comfortable before speaking to larger groups. This handout pairs well with our 3-page Presentation Skills worksheets. *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of social skills worksheets and handouts. References: Alshare, Khaled & Hindi, Nitham. (2004). The importance of presentation skills in the classroom: Students and instructors perspectives. Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges. 19. 6-15. Csikosova, A., Senova, A., & Culkova, K. (2012). Improving of communication and presentation skills of the universities' students through E-LEarning. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 46, 2847-2851. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sbspro.2012.05.575 Pittenger, K. K., Miller, M. C., & Mott, J. (2004). Using real-world standards to enhance students’ presentation skills. Business Communication Quarterly, 67(3), 327-336. https://doi.org/10.1177/1080569904268084
