book talk presentation
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Novel Presentation: Interesting Introductions
Engage the audience with an interesting introduction that describes one of the following:
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Visual imagery embodied in a stylistic element
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Exciting or incredible event (which can be the main problem in the novel)
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Interesting character behaviour
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Interesting character quote, "I never knew flying would be so easy."
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Historical significance (setting and time period)
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Ask the audience a question
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Do not start your paragraph with the topic sentence…If you love romance, mystery, suspense…then you’ll love…”Until Death Do Us Part,” by Thurston Howle
Also include:
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Title of book
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Name of author and illustrator
In Your Own Words, talk about a novel that you really enjoyed reading. Tell the audience why you liked this book.
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the main theme of the story
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describe the main setting.
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Plot Summary: What is the story about?​
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Character Analysis: introduce the main characters and how they change throughout the course of the story​​​​​​​​​
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your favourite part of the story.
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Personal Opinion: Did you like the novel? Why or why not?
Presentation tips
Volume: Can the person at the very back of the classroom hear every word you speak clearly?
Speed/pace: Speak slowly and do not be afraid to pause
pronunciation: practice pronouncing difficult words
Confidence: stand up straight and try not to fidget. Make eye contact with the audience. Smile when appropriate.
Philosophy Speech Criteria
Content of Speech
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Title
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Interesting Introduction
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Thesis statement
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Quote from a philosopher/scientist
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Meaning of the quote
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Support your quote with an example
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Interesting concluding statement
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Logical flow of ideas