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Upper primary / Grades 4–6

Go beyond the story.
Make a point.

More independent ideas. Deeper content. A clearer sense of the audience. Develop the confidence to explain what you think—and why it matters.

Kai Liu, communication coach at SpeakKai
KAI LIU / SPEAKKAIDISCOVER · SHAPE · PERSUADE
01

Go deeper

Connect personal experience with a wider social question.

02

Own the message

Take a larger role in choosing, shaping and writing the speech.

03

Read the room

Develop audience awareness and more intentional presentation.

BUILT FOR YOUR STAGE

Choose your direction.

Experienced Grade 3 speakers may also suit this work. Placement considers maturity, English, writing and prior speaking experience, rather than grade alone.

01Ideas with depth

Longer TED-style talks

Explore a social-impact topic with a personal viewpoint and introductory research.

  • Personal experience as a starting point
  • Research that helps explain the idea
  • A longer, connected argument for the audience
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02Structure & voice

Narrative, expository & informative speaking

Choose the right structure to tell a story, explore a topic or share knowledge.

  • Logical connections between ideas
  • Writing and revision matched to ability
  • Personal voice and clear explanations
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03Expressive performance

Interpretation & humorous speaking

Use an excerpt to explore character, drama and presentation.

  • Dramatic and humorous interpretation
  • Voice, movement and character choices
  • Techniques for delivering humor
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04Reason & respond

Debate & impromptu challenges

Build stronger reasons and respond to different points of view.

  • Junior debate and foundational argumentation
  • Listening and responding clearly
  • Impromptu speeches and Q&A
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05A specific goal

Competition & interview coaching

Prepare for the format and challenge in front of the student.

  • School, local or national speaking events
  • Content depth and purposeful rehearsal
  • Interview questions and personal stories
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AN EXAMPLE OF THE PRACTICE · ADAPTED TO THE LEARNER

An everyday experience opens a bigger question.

01

Notice

Choose an issue the student has encountered personally.

02

Investigate

Add relevant research and consider another perspective.

03

Communicate

Shape a clear message and rehearse its effect on listeners.

MORE TO EXPLORE

Available by arrangement.

  • Hosting, facilitation and constructive feedback for students ready to lead.
  • English development and history enrichment are available by arrangement.
Communication coach Kai Liu

WORK WITH KAI

Build the speaker. Make the message yours.

17+ years in education

Experience across English preparation, overseas education consulting, speech, debate and professional communication. Coaching adapts to English proficiency, experience and goals.

For public, bilingual and international school backgrounds. Student coaching is primarily in English.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Where shall we start?

Share the learner’s age, English level, goals and any deadline. Work directly with Kai one-to-one, or discuss forming a private group when time allows.

Looking for an existing group class? Kai can connect you with partner programs. Sessions are primarily in person; scope, fees and availability are agreed directly.

Online classes coming soon.