Pratique du Shadowing: Bad Wolf and the Intelligent Buffalo | Bedtime Stories for Kids in English | Fairy Tales - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Once upon a time, when animals still had the ability to speak, a huge buffalo was living on the shepherd's farm.
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The buffalo was helping the shepherd in the field work, and the shepherd was doing his best to make him happy.
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One day, the shepherd, who was taking the buffalo to graze, sat under an apple tree to get some rest.
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At that moment, a hungry, cunning wolf sneaked up and followed them.
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Mmm.
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That buffalo would be a great lunch for me, but I need to get rid of that human.
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The wolf suddenly appeared before the buffalo and the shepherd.
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I have a few questions for you.
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If you can't answer, the buffalo is mine.
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The shepherd and the buffalo were very curious about what the cunning wolf would ask.
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Why does a buffalo serve a human when he has such powerful horns, huh?
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Well, because I plow the shepherd's field, and he feeds me the best food.
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Hmm.. well, how can a shepherd make this huge buffalo serve him?
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Is that a magic cane in your hand?
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No, it's not the cane that's magical, it's our wisdom.
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The wolf did not understand what the shepherd meant.
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Your wisdom?
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What's that?
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That's not an answer.
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Now I can take this buffalo home if I want. But...
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I'm very curious about this thing called wisdom, too.
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It's not with me, but if you want, I can show you wisdom on one condition.
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What's that condition?
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Until I bring the wisdom, I will tie you to this tree so that the buffalo will be safe while I'm gone."
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The wolf was so curious about the thing called wisdom, that he even agreed to be tied to a tree.
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While the shepherd was leaving to bring back wisdom, the buffalo was grinning at what would happen to the wolf.
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Nyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh-hyeh.
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Although the wolf could not understand why the buffalo was laughing, He continued to wait for the shepherd for hours.
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After a while, the shepherd came out with a big box in his hand.
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He opened the lid of the box.
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But the wolf saw that the box was empty.
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Well, Wisdom, where is it?
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Did you bring it?
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It's inside, right there in the corner.
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If you don't see it, let me untie you so you can take a closer look.
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As soon as the wolf got into the box to see the wisdom, the shepherd closed the lid on him.
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Help!
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Help!
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Wisdom is too precious to fit in a box, dear wolf.
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Wisdom is in the mind.
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And you can only find it by searching for it like hidden treasure.
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I promise I will never underestimate the minds of others again.
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Now I will be more generous and smarter.
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Please, get me out of here.
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The wolf remained in the box for a whole day.
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The next morning, the shepherd and buffalo saw the wolf learned a good lesson and took him out of the box.
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Thank you, thank you, thank you.
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From that day on, the wolf got along better with other animals in the forest,
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and respected everyone's mind, from flying birds to tiny insects.

Context & Background

The story of "Bad Wolf and the Intelligent Buffalo" takes us into a world where animals can speak and interact with humans. This tale highlights the importance of wisdom and intelligence over brute strength. The shepherd and the buffalo work together in harmony, showcasing a beautiful relationship based on mutual respect and understanding. The wolf, initially cunning and deceptive, learns a valuable lesson about the significance of wisdom, which is a recurring theme in many fairy tales. This context presents an engaging narrative that offers opportunities for English language learners to practice speaking and enhance their understanding of conversational expressions.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • "What do you mean?" - A great phrase to clarify understanding in conversations.
  • "I have a few questions for you." - Useful for initiating discussions or interviews.
  • "That's not an answer." - A polite way to express dissatisfaction with a response.
  • "Wisdom is in the mind." - This phrase emphasizes the value of knowledge and intellectual insight.
  • "Please, get me out of here." - A direct expression that can be useful in various contexts, from humorous situations to serious requests for help.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize this video for English speaking practice and IELTS speaking practice, follow these steps:

  1. Watch the video once: Familiarize yourself with the story and its characters. Pay attention to the tone and emotions conveyed in the dialogue.
  2. Listen carefully: Play the video again and focus on the pronunciation of key phrases. Listen for the intonation, rhythm, and pace of the dialogue to improve your English pronunciation.
  3. Shadow the dialogue: Repeat after the characters, mimicking their speech. This is a technique known as shadowspeak. It will help reinforce your speaking skills.
  4. Practice in pairs: If possible, find a language partner to practice with. Take on the roles of the shepherd, buffalo, and wolf, and engage in the dialogue to enhance your conversational skills.
  5. Reflect and review: After practicing, reflect on the vocabulary and phrases used. Try to incorporate them into your daily conversations to solidify your learning.

Through this engaging story and the associated shadowing exercises, you can improve your English speaking skills while also gaining insights into the values of wisdom and cooperation presented in the narrative.

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.