Joyce grapples with anxiety as the Toastmasters competition approaches, torn between her passion for public speaking and her mother’s emphasis on academic success. Encouraged by her teacher, Mrs. Ng, Joyce realizes that her Toastmasters experience enhances her studies, instilling confidence.… Continue reading

Joyce, excited about her Toastmasters meeting, learns from Mrs. Ng about an upcoming inter-school competition. Encouraged to participate, she grapples with doubts but ultimately feels a growing determination. After discussing her interest with her concerned mother, Joyce remains hopeful, eager… Continue reading

In Chapter 6, Joyce experiences a transformative journey through Toastmasters, boosting her confidence in public speaking. Balancing schoolwork and her passion, she finds that storytelling enhances her learning. Despite concerns about her mother’s expectations, Joyce embraces her identity and creativity,… Continue reading

In Chapter 5, Joyce attends her first Toastmasters meeting, feeling nervous yet inspired. With support from her teacher, she meets friendly peers and gains confidence through engaging speeches and impromptu speaking. After successfully describing her favorite park, Joyce feels accomplished,… Continue reading

Joyce sat at her desk, her pencil tapping rhythmically against her notebook as she tried to focus on Mrs. Ng’s lesson. Her mind, however, kept drifting back to the public speaking activity from the previous day. The memory of standing… Continue reading

Joyce attends remedial classes and discovers her hidden talent for public speaking under Mrs. Ng’s guidance. After feeling encouraged, she considers joining Toastmasters, despite her mother’s focus on math. Joyce grapples with her academic struggles and newfound passion, ultimately deciding… Continue reading

Joyce struggles with a disappointing math exam and feels ashamed when she doesn’t pay attention in class. Her teacher, Mrs. Ng, offers her support by inviting her to after-school remedial classes, helping her connect math with her artistic skills. Joyce… Continue reading

Joyce struggles with the pressure of expectations during a math exam, feeling inadequate compared to her high-achieving classmates. After receiving disappointing grades, she confronts her mother’s disappointment but feels overwhelmed by the burden of comparison. Determined to improve, Joyce vows… Continue reading