This slideshow tells youth how to give a 4-H speech. Rules are based on MD 4-H Public Speaking. Lists parts of speech, different kinds of speeches, how to write a speech, how to practice, and what 4-H speeches are judged on.

1. How to Give a4-H Speech Kim Butler, Adult 4-H Volunteer 4-H Paws N Pals 4-H Firing Fanatics

2. Calvin’s First 4-H Presentation

4. Learn to organize your ideas

5. Learn to speak in front of a group

6. Learn a life skill that you need

8. Contest Awards Club Contest Blue (1st place), Red (2nd place), White (3rd place), and Participation (recognition for participating) Each contestant judged individually, no winner County Contest Blue (1st place), Red (2nd place), White (3rd place), and Participation (recognition for participating) Grand Champion (overall winner) & Reserve Grand Champion State Contest Grand Champion (overall winner) & Reserve Grand Champion

9. General Rules Visual aids are not permitted Appropriate gestures are encouraged, but judges may deduct points for excessive movements or hand gestures that distract State Champions may not enter the same category & age group a 2nd time State contest can compete in 1 category

10. Age Categories Clovers: 5 to 7 years of age Juniors: 8 to 10 years of age Intermediates: 11 to 13 years of age Seniors: 14 to 18 years of age Ages are as of January 1st of the current year

11. Types of 4-H Speeches Radio Spot Prepared Speech Interpretation Extemporaneous 4-H Pledge – Clovers only

12. 4-H Pledge For Clover age group only Pledge is not judged – participation ribbon is given Appropriate hand gestures should be used Do not introduce yourself

13. Radio Spots Time Limit – exactly 30 seconds Can include musical background/effects Must provide a written script to judges Radio spot should relate to 4-H, be original, and be created by 4-H’er Given behind a screen, you don’t look at the audience

14. Prepared Speech Time Limit Juniors: 3 to 5 minutes Intermediates & Seniors: 4 to 6 minutes Contestants may speak on any topic. Note cards containing an outline allowed Note cards given to judges at the end Do not introduce yourself Judges may ask questions

15. Interpretations Time Limit Junior: 1.5 to 3 minutes Intermediates: 2 to 4 minutes Seniors: 3 to 5 minutes Memorized oral interpretations or selection of narratives from a given work From plays or books – not TV shows

16. Interpretations 3 Types of Interpretations Dramatic Poetry Humorous Bring 2 copies of the script for judges Judges may ask questions For dramatic interpretations, 4-H’ers may wear a costume and opt to sit

17. Extemporaneous Speech Time Limit Juniors & Intermediates: 2 to 3 minutes Seniors: 3 to 5 minutes Draw 3 topics – choose 1 Write speech – use 4 5x8 cards one side Juniors & Intermediates have 30 minutes Seniors have 15 minutes Judges may ask questions

18. What topic will I give my speech about?

19. Speech Topics A topic you know something about A topic you are interested in A topic you are willing to research and find out more about A topic your audience will be interested in

20. Organization of Speech Catchy theme and title Introduction Body – main part of speech Summary / Conclusion

21. Catchy Theme / Title Attention Grabber! Dogs – The Best Adventure a Dog Ever Had! Electric - saving power saves money (super hero) Egg Cookery - EGGS-citing Fisheries & Aquatic Resources - The CATCH to fishing with flys Small Engines - Get your MOTOR running (song lyric)

22. Introduction Attract the audience’s attention with a quotation, startling question or statement of fact Use a catchy theme State the purpose of your speech and what you hope to accomplish

23. Body This is the “meat” of your talk Present info in one of the following ways Time pattern: arrange historically around the past, present, or future Space sequence: arrange geographically Problem-effect-solution: state the problem, describe its effects, suggest ways to solve it (ex: oven too hot, biscuits burned, fed them to dog) Narrative sequence: story from beginning to end

24. Summary / Conclusion Briefly summarize your main points Appeal for specific action (if that is the intent of your speech) Close with the idea you most want the audience to remember Summarize the main points Leave the audience smiling or laughing

25. Writing Your Speech Use the 4-H Public Speaking Worksheet Decide on a topic Create an outline Research your topic Organize your points and decide on a sequence Create a friendly, catchy, memorable introduction Sum up your talk in your summary Write your speech out on 3 x 5 cards to practice

26. Be Prepared Practice, practice, practice Eye contact with total audience Loud, clear, friendly, natural voice Neat appearance Gestures, Posture, Body Language Voice dynamics/articulation Handling questions Handling distractions Smile and enjoy

27. The Day of the Speech Get plenty of rest the night before Don’t eat too much before your speech Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to survey the room where you will be talking and to find out the order If you are nervous, breathe deeply and slowly several times just before you are introduced Dress appropriately. Be neat and clean. Make sure you have 3 copies of your speech

28. Giving Your Speech When introduced, walk briskly to the podium Pause, smile, and look at everyone before starting Stand tall, don’t lean on the podium Be confident Speak loud and clear Speak normally, don’t rush Don’t read your speech off your cards Look at your audience like you are talking to each of them. Have good eye contact.

29. Questions After Speeches Questions: Only “Judges” are allowed to ask participants questions. You may opt to repeat the question or include the question in your answer but this is NOT a requirement. It’s OK to admit you can’t answer the question or you don’t know.

30. Radio Spot Scoring Delivery…….………………………………………………..30 points Naturalness, articulation and pronunciation, projection (clear voice, volume, voice modulation) Content………………………………………………………40 points Statements are factually correct and up-to-date, address is interesting to listener, material is appropriate Timing………………….………………………………….…30 points Meets established time limits, adjusts speed as necessary Total…………………………………………………………100 points

31. Prepared Speech Scoring Naturalness (at ease)………….................................20 points Waits for quiet before starting, offers no apologies, has sincere manner, enjoys sharing ideas, appears relaxed, pauses naturally between ideas, shows spontaneous informal style Organization………………………………………………..25 points Is well organized, develops points logically, uses illustrations from own experience, expresses own ideas and feelings, makes statements that are easily understood, presents original material, has good opening and closing remarks, prepares Delivery………………………………………………………20 points Poise and posture, stand up straight, pronunciation and articulation of words, projection (clear voice, volume, eye contact), appropriate gestures Content………………………………………………………35 points Statements are factually correct and up-to-date, audience learns about the subject Total…………………………………………………………100 points

32. Interpretations Scoring Selection……………….………….................................25 points Appropriate (meets category requirements/tasteful), meets time limit, proper identification of author Delivery…….………………………………………………..30 points Memorization (knowledge of material), pronunciation, articulation, projection (clear voice, volume, eye contact), use of body (gestures, facial expression, posture, stage presence) Interpretation………………………………………………25 points Comprehension & proper emphasis, creation of mood (style, phrasing, expression), spiritual or emotional effect Overall Effectiveness………………………………….…20 points Proficiency of delivery, personal appearance, able to relate to audience, able to hold attention, poise Total…………………………………………………………100 points

33. Extemporaneous Scoring Organization………………………………………………..35 points Is well organized, develops points logically, uses illustrations from own experience, expresses own ideas and feelings, makes statements that are easily understood Delivery………………………………………………………35 points Poise and posture, pronunciation and articulation, projection (clear voice, volume, eye contact), sincere manner, natural pauses between ideas Content………………….….…………………………….…30 points Statements are factually correct and up-to-date, audience learns about subject Total…………………………………………………………100 points

34. Wrapping It Up Public Speaking is critical to a 4-H’ers future Career Education Relationships Success in life!