Improve your communication skills!

Improve your communication skills!

Do you want to be a better speaker? Learn to argue!

In this blog, we will show you how to effectively persuade others of your opinions. For children aged 10 to 12, we have prepared simple and fun techniques that will take you to the next level. Developing your communication skills is not just about what you say, but also about how you say it. Gain skills that will help you not only in school but also in everyday life. Persuasion is an art that you can learn and become a successful communicator.

Interested in this topic? Read more: Argumentation and Persuasion Basics for Ages 10–12 Want to find out where you stand personally? Take a short test at the end of the page and gain a better understanding.

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Imagine that your friend insists that the best food in the world is something you don't like. How would you react?

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If you had to convince someone to join your group for a school project, how would you do it?

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Imagine that you want to convince your parents to let you sleep over at a friend's house. What would you do?

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If you had to convince a classmate to help you with an assignment, how would you do it?

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Imagine you have a new classmate who is shy. How would you persuade her to join a group game?

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If you wanted the teacher to adjust the rules in the classroom according to your suggestion, what would you do?

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If you had to convince someone to trust you, how would you do it?

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If you had to convince someone that your favorite movie is really good, how would you do it?

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Imagine you have to explain to your younger sibling why it's important to follow rules. How would you do it?

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If you had to convince someone who thinks the opposite of you, how would you do it?

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10 - 12 years: Basics of Argumentation and Persuasion

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