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Discusses the different aspects of being uncomfortable or afraid when speaking in the classroom, the reasons for such problems, and ways of dealing with them effectively.
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Discusses the different aspects of being uncomfortable or afraid when speaking in the classroom, the reasons for such problems, and ways of dealing with them effectively.
Reviews (6)
School Library Journal Review
Gr 5 Up-- Gilbert's clear, concise guide covers a wide range of dilemmas encountered by student speakers, from making formal reports to being afraid that ``you won't say the right answer'' to learning to live with classroom speaking. She addresses these problems with specific suggestions and customizes reassurance for her readers. The text is accompanied by humorous line drawings. The book's lucidity and practical pointers will calm students' jitters. Buy more than one copy. --Doris A. Fong, Benson Polytechnic High School, Portland, OR (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Horn Book Review
This self-help handbook suggests ways to overcome fear of public speaking, whether it be giving a report or simply answering a question in class. Some of the suggestions - such as practicing raising one's hand in private - are likely to strike readers as silly. Index. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Booklist Review
Gr. 5-9. Gilbert, who notes that the inability to speak up in class "can be a serious problem, although many people don't take it seriously," looks at what's at the heart of speakers' fright and makes clear the importance of overcoming it. "What if" situations (What if you think other kids will laugh at you? What if you're afraid you won't know the right answer?) are paired with "Try this" solutions, which include brief insights into particular worries as well as practical ways to cope with fears related to class presentations and ordinary classroom discussion. What is here seems little more than the stuff of a magazine article, but Gilbert has presented it simply and well. To be illustrated with cartoon drawings. ~--Stephanie Zvirin
School Library Journal Review
Gr 5 Up-- Gilbert's clear, concise guide covers a wide range of dilemmas encountered by student speakers, from making formal reports to being afraid that ``you won't say the right answer'' to learning to live with classroom speaking. She addresses these problems with specific suggestions and customizes reassurance for her readers. The text is accompanied by humorous line drawings. The book's lucidity and practical pointers will calm students' jitters. Buy more than one copy. --Doris A. Fong, Benson Polytechnic High School, Portland, OR (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Horn Book Review
This self-help handbook suggests ways to overcome fear of public speaking, whether it be giving a report or simply answering a question in class. Some of the suggestions - such as practicing raising one's hand in private - are likely to strike readers as silly. Index. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Booklist Review
Gr. 5-9. Gilbert, who notes that the inability to speak up in class "can be a serious problem, although many people don't take it seriously," looks at what's at the heart of speakers' fright and makes clear the importance of overcoming it. "What if" situations (What if you think other kids will laugh at you? What if you're afraid you won't know the right answer?) are paired with "Try this" solutions, which include brief insights into particular worries as well as practical ways to cope with fears related to class presentations and ordinary classroom discussion. What is here seems little more than the stuff of a magazine article, but Gilbert has presented it simply and well. To be illustrated with cartoon drawings. ~--Stephanie Zvirin