Pratique du Shadowing: Peppa Pig Season 1 Episode 6 - The Playgroup - Cartoons for Children - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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I'm Peppa Pig.
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This is my little brother George.
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This is Mummy Pig.
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And this is Daddy Pig.
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Peppa Pig.
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The playgroup!
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Peppa and George are going to the playgroup.
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It is George's first day.
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George?
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Are you looking forward to the playgroup?
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Daddy?
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Maybe George is too small to go to my playgroup.
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He'll be fine, Pepper.
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There'll be you and Mr. Dinosaur there to keep him company.
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Grrrr!
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Dinosaur.
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But I want to play with the big children.
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Not George and his toy dinosaur.
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Oh dear!
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Peppa doesn't want George to go to her playgroup We're here!
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Daddy, are you sure George is big enough?
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He'll be fine.
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All right.
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He kicked up.
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- -Bye -bye!
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Madam Gazelle looks after the children at the playgroup.
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- -Hello!
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This is my little brother, George.
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Hello, George.
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- - Meh!
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I wish I had a little brother like George.
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Really?
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Hello, I'm Danny Dog.
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Is that a dinosaur?
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It's just a toy dinosaur.
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Grrrr!
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Dinosaur!
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Brilliant.
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Dinosaur.
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Grrr.
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- - - Dinosaur.
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Grrr.
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- Really scary.
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That's brilliant.
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George is my brother.
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He's brilliant.
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Peppa is proud of her little brother, George.
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Shall we show George how we paint pictures?
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George is not very good at painting.
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Well, maybe you could help him.
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Yes, I'm very good.
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I will show him how to paint a flower.
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George, today I'm going to teach you how to paint a flower.
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First you paint a big circle.
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No, George.
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That's the wrong colour.
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Now you paint the flowers petals.
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George!
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That's the wrong shape.
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Now you pay for stalk of the leaves.
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Perfect.
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George, you've done it all wrong.
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Now what do we have here?
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I've painted a flower.
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That's very good, Peppa.
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And George has painted a dinosaur.
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Dinosaur.
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Brilliant.
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I think George and Peppa's pictures should go on the wall.
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Hooray!
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Peppa, you must be very proud of your little brother.
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Yes, I am.
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No, me!
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It is home time and the children's parents are here to pick them up.
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Can George come next time?
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Yes, and he can paint us another lovely picture.
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And what will you paint next time, George?
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Dinosaur.
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Grrr.
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Oh, another dinosaur picture.
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Well, maybe you can show us all how to paint a dinosaur.
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Brilliant.
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Yes, brilliant.
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Brilliant!

Why Practice Speaking with This Video?

The episode "The Playgroup" from Peppa Pig offers a delightful context for English speaking practice, especially for beginners. As Peppa and her friends interact in a playful environment, learners can immerse themselves in simple yet meaningful conversations. This video is perfect for applying the shadowing technique as it showcases real-life dialogues that children relate to, encouraging the viewer to mimic the speech patterns, tones, and emotions conveyed.

By watching this charming cartoon, you can practice not only vocabulary but also the rhythm and pace of spoken English in a fun way. Utilizing a shadowing app or the shadow speak method can enhance your learning experience. As you repeat the characters' lines, you'll solidify your comprehension and pronunciation, making it easier to express yourself in similar situations.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Throughout the episode, several key grammatical structures and expressions can be observed:

  • Questions for Confirmation: "Are you looking forward to the playgroup?" This structure is commonly used to confirm expectations and can be practiced in everyday conversations.
  • Expressing Emotion: "I want to play with the big children." Notice the use of "want to" to express desires, a fundamental construction in English.
  • Imperatives and Suggestions: "Maybe you could help him." This form is useful when offering advice or suggestions, a practical skill in conversation.
  • Descriptive Phrases: "He's very good!" Using such phrases to describe abilities can increase your fluency and articulateness.

Common Pronunciation Traps

This episode includes several tricky pronunciations that can challenge beginner learners. Pay close attention to:

  • “George”: The soft 'g' sound can be a bit difficult; practice saying it clearly to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
  • “Dinosaur”: This word contains multiple syllables, and learners may struggle with the 'dino-' prefix sounding consistent. Using the shadowspeak technique can help you master it.
  • “Brilliant”: Not only is this a commonly used adjective, but its pronunciation requires clarity between the 'br' and the ending 't' sound.

By focusing on these pronunciations through repetition and engaging in practical speaking exercises, you'll find yourself becoming more confident in your English speaking practice.

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.