Online 1-on-1 coaching
Storytelling classes that make speaking feel like play
Every great speaker is really a great storyteller. We start with the thing kids already love, telling a story, and quietly build the speaking skills underneath.
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Who it's for
For imaginative kids ages 5 to 14, and a gentle first step for younger or more reluctant kids who are not ready for “speeches” yet.
Why families choose TalkMaze
What makes it work
Structure, disguised as fun
Beginning, middle, end: the backbone of every speech, learned by shaping stories your child actually wants to tell.
Expression and presence
Voice that goes up and down, faces that match the moment, hands that show what they mean. Story is the easiest place to build all three.
A bridge to public speaking
Kids who fall in love with telling stories step into speeches and debates without the usual fear, because the hard part already feels like play.
TalkMaze is an online communication academy offering 1-on-1 public speaking and debate coaching for kids ages 5 to 17.
Founder Ghalia Aamer is a national debate competitor, TEDx speaker, and Princess Diana Award recipient, and every coach is trained on the method she built.
“TalkMaze has been wonderful for my son's public speaking skills.”
Questions, answered
Frequently asked questions
How is storytelling connected to public speaking?
Storytelling is public speaking with the pressure removed. It teaches structure, expression, and presence, the same core skills a speech needs, while feeling like a game. That makes it an ideal starting point for younger kids.
What ages is this best for?
It shines for ages 5 to 14, and it is a great first step for younger or more hesitant kids before moving into speeches and debate.
Do you use my child’s own stories?
Yes. Coaches build on what your child cares about, then add structure and delivery. Kids practice hardest when the story is theirs.
Ready when you are
Ready to hear your child speak up?
Start with a free 30-minute assessment. A coach meets your child, finds their level, and recommends a plan. No credit card, no commitment.
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