Steps for writing an informative speech
  Choose a topic, Do research, Create an Outline

1. Choose a general topic
2. Do enough preliminary research to be sure there is enough information. Learn enough about the topic to write a purpose statement
3. Do research, using at least three sources. Gather bibliographic information from each source on notecards
4. Create an ouline, with 3-5 main points and supporting detail for each main point
5. Write transitions between each main point.
6. Write introduction and conclusion
7. Rehearse, rehearse, rehearse