Beyond Storytelling & Public Speaking at Kids Enrichment Expo Oct 2026

🎤 Beyond Storytelling & Public Speaking – How It Works A TED-style children’s speaking showcase designed to build confidence, curiosity, and expressive thinking — without pressure, ranking or competition. This is a performance-based learning experience, where children are encouraged to step on stage, share their ideas, and experience what it feels like to be heard. Each child performs once on stage for 5 minutes. 👧 Storytelling (5–8 years old) Children may tell a story they prepared at home or create one live on stage. This session helps children: • develop imagination and narrative thinking • practice clear communication • gain confidence speaking in front of others Children may speak with or without screen sharing. 🧒 Public Speaking (9–12 years old) Children share a short speech or topic of their choice, prepared in advance or improvised live. This session supports: • structured thinking • confident expression • presenting ideas to an audience Children may speak with or without screen sharing. 🏆 Recognition for Every Performer This is a non-competitive showcase. Every participant receives: • a trophy • a certificate We celebrate: • courage • creativity • self-expression • personal growth Not comparison. 👨‍👩‍👧 Important Parent & Performance Guidelines 🎵 Performance Format • Each child has a maximum of 5 minutes on stage • Performances must be age-appropriate • Background music (if used) must be provided by parents in advance (MP3, MP4 or phone) 🚫 No On-Stage Assistance • Parents and teachers are not allowed on stage • Children perform independently to build confidence 👧 Child Supervision • Children will be: • checked in by staff • guided on and off stage • supervised at all times Parents may watch from the audience area. 💛 A Note for Parents This experience is designed to: • encourage children to speak up • build self-belief • develop communication skills early There are no rankings, no scoring, and no pressure — just a safe stage to try. Part of Kids Enrichment Expo 2026 Beyond Storytelling & Public Speaking is proudly part of Kids Enrichment Expo 2026, a weekend dedicated to early learning, creativity, and confidence-building experiences. 👉 Expo entry is free 👉 Participation in Beyond Storytelling & Public Speaking requires a separate ticket Families are welcome to enjoy the expo before or after the performance. Tickets & Registration 🎟 Spots are limited to ensure every child gets proper stage time. Please register each child separately. Early booking is recommended to secure your child’s performance slot.