Parenting Guide

Wed, 21 May

Why PlanetSpark Was the Only Thing That Worked for My Shy Daughter

My daughter, Meera, has always been shy. Not just quiet — genuinely afraid of speaking up. She’s the kind of kid who’d whisper her order to me at restaurants and panic if asked to speak in class.

We tried everything — drama clubs, group storytelling, even speech therapy. Nothing clicked. Then someone in my office mentioned PlanetSpark.

At first, I brushed it off. Another online class? She hated screen time. But desperation — and a free trial — made me reconsider.

The Trial Class: A Ray of Hope

Meera’s coach was empathetic, gentle, and playful. Instead of pushing her to talk, she asked about her favorite animal. Slowly, Meera opened up. By the end of the class, she had described a “magical talking unicorn.” I had never seen her that engaged.

We enrolled immediately.

Week 1-2: Sessions focused on storytelling through visual prompts. Meera created stories around images and presented them without pressure.

Week 3-4: Her coach introduced a game called “Emotion Charades,” helping Meera express herself using facial cues and simple lines.

Week 5-6: Meera prepared a 2-minute poem presentation. She rehearsed at home — not because I asked, but because she was excited.

Week 7-8: She led a mini debate session and delivered a recorded message for a cousin’s birthday. Family members were shocked. “Is this our Meera?” one uncle asked.

Why PlanetSpark Worked (When Nothing Else Did)

  • No pressure, only support.

  • Every class built her confidence incrementally.

  • 1:1 format ensured no embarrassment.

  • Teacher continuity helped build trust.

Parent Updates: I received personalized feedback weekly — not just what she did, but how she felt. Her coach told me when Meera hesitated, when she smiled, and when she showed real pride.

Now: Meera has started anchoring morning school announcements. She introduces guests at home events. And most importantly — she speaks with joy.

Final Word: PlanetSpark didn’t just teach Meera how to speak. It made her believe her voice was worth hearing. And that’s something no offline class ever managed to do.

No matter what type of learner your child is, PlanetSpark helps set your child up for success by providing online classes with a curriculum that's designed to develop essential skills to make your child future-ready.

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No matter what type of learner your child is, PlanetSpark helps set your child up for success by providing online classes with a curriculum that's designed to develop essential skills to make your child future-ready.

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No matter what type of learner your child is, PlanetSpark helps set your child up for success by providing online classes with a curriculum that's designed to develop essential skills to make your child future-ready.

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