Presentations

A presentation is a way to share information with others, to teach what you know or have learned. While there are many types of presentations, 4-H materials concentrate on these four: demonstrations, illustrated talks, public speeches, and impromptu speeches. Use the following resources to help you prepare your own presentation to give to your club, at school, in the community, or at a contest.

Member and Leader Materials

• Introduction to Presentations (211-200A)
• Types of Presentations for 4-H Competitions (211-200B)
• Parts of a Presentation (211-200C)
• Steps in Planning a Presentation (211-200D)
• The Mechanics of Presenting (211-200E)
• Preparing and Using Visual Aids (211-200F)
• Top Ten Tips for a Successful Presentation (211-200G)

Activities

• Brainstorming (211-005)

Contest Materials

• Evaluation sheet for demonstrations and illustrated talks (211-001)
• Evaluation sheet for public speaking (211-002)
• Evaluation sheet for impromptu speaking (211-003)
• Judging 4-H Presentations (211-004)
• State Fair Exhibitor Handbook: Presentations
• Spring Horse Classic Presentation Contest Guidelines
• Spring Horse Classic Public Speaking Contest Guidelines