Pratique du Shadowing: Caillou - Caillou Makes Cookies (S01E01) | Cartoon for Kids - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

Création de la leçon...
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You're getting to be a big boy.
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I'm just a kid who's four.
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Each day I grow some more.
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I like exploring.
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I'm Caillou.
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So many things to do.
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Each day is something new.
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I'll share them with you.
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I'm Caillou.
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My world is turning, changing each day, with mommy and daddy I'm finding my way!
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Growing up is not so tough, except when I've had enough.
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But there's lots of fun stuff.
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I'm Caillou, Caillou, Caillou, I'm Caillou.
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Eh heh heh heh heh...
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That's me Storytime, kids.
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Now, what did Caillou do today?
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Today's story is called "Caillou makes Cookies," It all happened when Caillou was just three years old.
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La-la-la...la-la-la.
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Caillou. You have to play quietly now.
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Rosie is going to take her nap.
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Shhh. Caillou.
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But...I want to play.
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You can still play-- just do it quietly.
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Caillou felt that being quiet wasn't as much fun as being noisy.
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Caillou... I asked you to play quietly.
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Cookies. I want cookies.
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I'm hungry.
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So Caillou went to the kitchen...
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Honeeeeeey.
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Whoooooaaah.
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Caillou decided to make some honey cookies.
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And so, Caillou got to work— making a whole bunch of honey cookies: fat ones, skinny ones, flat ones, and round ones.
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Oh Caillou. What are you doing?
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I'm making cookies.
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Look at the mess you made.
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Do you want to help Mommy clean it up?
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Yes, Mommy--me and you.
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We have to make sure the kitchen is nice and clean. (Beat) Now where's that dustpan?
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I found it.
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That's the way, my favourite helper.
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Caillou. Caillou was very proud.
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He was helping Mommy make cookies.
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Mommy-- you made a mess.
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You're right, Mommy makes messes too.
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Daddy. Daddy.
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Try the cookies. Try the cookies.
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Mmmmm. Who made these good cookies?
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I did--and Mommy helped.
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Mommy. Daddy. Look.
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What are you making, Caillou?
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A big mess.

Why Practice Speaking with This Video?

This delightful segment from "Caillou - Caillou Makes Cookies" provides an excellent context for English speaking practice, especially for young learners. The engaging narrative of Caillou, a curious little boy, goes through everyday experiences that resonate with children and adults alike. Engaging with this video allows learners to immerse themselves in casual conversations while exploring relatability and emotion. As you shadow Caillou during his dialogues, you enhance vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency, making your English speaking practice both enjoyable and effective.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

As you follow along with Caillou’s adventures, take a moment to analyze some key grammatical structures and expressions that are present in the dialogue:

  • Present Continuous Tense: Phrases like “I’m making cookies” demonstrate the use of the present continuous tense, which is essential for expressing ongoing actions.
  • Imperatives: Commands like “You have to play quietly now” showcase how to give directions or requests. This is vital in everyday communication.
  • Using ‘I want’ and ‘I need’: Caillou expresses his desire for cookies, a relatable way to practice expressing needs and wants in English.
  • Questions: Simple questions such as “What are you making?” teach how to inquire about actions, which is crucial for engaging dialogues.

These structures not only enhance your grammar knowledge but are also great tools for conversational fluency. Utilizing a shadowing site allows you to replicate these expressions in your practice.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While enjoying this charming episode, pay attention to certain words and sounds that may pose pronunciation challenges:

  • “Cookies”: The ending 's' can be tricky; ensure you pronounce it clearly to sound more natural.
  • “Mommy” and “Daddy”: These familial terms are frequently used by children, but the pronunciation may vary. Listen closely to their slight intonation changes.
  • “Honey”: Be cautious of the 'h' sound at the beginning; practice emphasizing it, as it is crucial for clarity.

By focusing on these common pitfalls and utilizing shadow speech techniques, you can refine your pronunciation effectively. Following along with Caillou’s simple yet expressive language will help you build confidence in your spoken English skills.

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.