With the assistance of  the 2009 Nedlands Primary debating team and  film maker Ned Radov, everyone can now see what a  primary school debate looks like.  A good argument involves confident delivery as well as exciting content.

The CD includes 2 full demonstration debates.   You can watch  whole debates or view speakers individually in any order you choose.  Each debate takes about 20 min. to view.

The 2009 GOZONE Debating Champions- Loreto- Nedlands Primary School offer their debating tips as well as sharing our confidence-building chant ” Tower of strength”

We would like to thank Radov Media and the administration, parents and Year 5 & 6 students at Loreto-Nedlands Primary School in 2009.

Email a reply to Lesli Grant to order your copy.   $20 includes postage.

Teaching guide to follow.

Students in Year 5, 6 and 7 for their

upcoming debate.

Remember to :

Make eye contact with the audience

Have a go at rebuttal

Be strong

Argue like you mean it

June 2010

Term 1

1.  That a simple life is best

2. That sisters are better than brothers

3. That Western Australia needs strong hoon   laws

4. That sport is better than computer games

Term 2

1. That population growth is good for Australia

2. That we should recycle everything

3. That Master Chef will make us all fat

4.  That pets make good gifts

A double movie pass has been sent to the following students for their winning  topic suggestions.

The winning debate topics for the Term 4 Grand Final are:

That there should be an age restriction on U-Tube

- Alice White, St Hilda’s

That a social life is more important than academics

- Laura Waring, PLC 7

That the Olympic games are a waste of money

- Olivia Tan, St Hilda’s

That cities without nature are harmful to humans

- Lauren Jones, Loreto

The ZANIEST topic was submitted by Kayvan Gharbi, Loreto

That everyone in Australia should drive Hyundais

Be thankful all you HOLDEN or FORD fans that you don’t have to argue this in front of your family.

Happy debating for Term 4, Medals AND Certificates await your successful Grand Final debate.

Lesli Grant

Personally I hope more Australian primary school students have the opportunity to participate in debating or public speaking.  Young people with the “talking talent” may have no idea what they can do with the energy and enthusiasm which they have for expressing themselves. Most will find parents and teachers reflect back that this is a problem to be minimised rather than a talent to be developed.

My premise is that providing an outlet and affirming this talent will allow students to develop this energy constructively.  Who knows, they may even be able to have more control over talking when it isn’t appropriate.

The future needs…comedians, television comperes, public speakers, lawyers, teachers, salepeople….and more comedians please.

Lesli Grant

Medallion winners for 2008

CHALLENGE YOUR CLASS TO ARGUE AND WIN CERTIFICATES FOR IT!!

Is your class full of talkers? comedians? Do you have students that deserve a reward? Need a challenge?

The quick- start course for debating is now available in schools south of the river.  GOZONE Debating can help your  year 5, 6 and 7 students with 5 playful interactive sessions to learn debating. The Level 1 Debaters Handbook contains all they need to know to begin.  With teacher and parent support, students prepare and take part in their first In-house debate.

The introductory offer of $40 per student includes a free Handbook ($13) and an In-house Debate. ($15)

GOZONE Debating offers ongoing Inter-school debates in Term 2 and 3 and a Grand Final in Term 4 with certificates and medallions.

Contact : Lesli Grant 9258 8159 or email lesli@debating.net.au

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

All Saint's Debaters 2008