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Public Speaking
Public Speaking skills are ranked number one among the desired skill sets of professionals.
4-H members practice by giving talks to projects groups and at community club meetings, sharing information about the skills they learned in a project, and observing other people giving presentations. See quick tips on presentation types and requirements.
Types of Presentations
Presentations are not just demonstrations. You have many options ranging from traditional demonstrations for beginning members to persuasive speeches for more experienced members. All of the various presentation styles require similar skills and are designed to meet the interests and age-appropriate levels of the member. No style of presentation is better than any other. Choose the style that best fits you for your presentation and then try other styles as you advance in 4-H.
| Demonstration/Illustrated Talk | Impromptu Speech |
| Science or Engineering Presentation |
Interpretive Reading |
| Educational Display Talk |
Share the 4-H Fun Skits |
| Persuasive Prepared Speech | Cultural Arts |
| Informative Prepared Speech | Infographics - NEW |
| Video Essay - NEW |
Any questions, please contact Rene at the 4-H Office at 530.822.7515 or rjmccrory@ucanr.edu.
2024 Impromptu Speech Categories
Categories for impromptu presentations are available so the presenter is expected to have completed basic research. Presenters are allowed one 5" x 7" note card (single sided) to reference during the delivery of the impromptu speech.
Impromptu Presentation - Senior (14-19 years old)
- Civic Engagement (Civic Engagement)
- Importance of Sleep (Healthy Living)
- Resilience (Leadership)
- Agricultural Science & Technology (STEM)
Impromptu Presentation - Intermediate (11-13 years old)
- My 4-H Club
- My Neighborhood
See the full descriptions of the 2024 Impromptu Categories (PDF)
County 4-H Presentation Day Registration here
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4-H Presentation Manual
UC 4-H Presentation Manual [revised January 28, 2021]
Presentation Manual Addendum - descriptions for the new categories.
Please use this updated manual as a guide for planning your presentation for competition.
4-H Presentation Events
Members may present at a presentation event (day) to receive feedback and awards.
- If you receive a blue or gold award at a County 4-H presentation day, you may participate in a regional 4-H presentation event.
- If you receive a blue or gold award at regional 4-H presentation event, you may present at the state 4-H presentation event.