Pratique du Shadowing: Should We Tell Our Old Neighbor the Truth? I Easy English Listening for Beginners (A1–A2) - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Tom, this is the final shot!
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Get ready!
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Come on, Leo!
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You can't beat my super goalie hands!
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Super...
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Chick!
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Hi-ya!
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Whoa!
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What was that?
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Huh?
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Oh my!
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I almost fell!
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Oh no!
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Did we hit Mr. Brown?
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Hide!
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Maybe he didn't see us!
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Who kicked this ball into my garden?
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Hmm...
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I know this ball.
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Leo and Tom need a lesson.
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They must learn to come and tell the truth.
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He knows it's our ball.
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What do we do now?
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Maybe we can get the ball when his lights go off.
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The light is off.
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Maybe he's asleep.
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Step softly, Leo.
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Don't make noise.
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There it is!
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We just take it and go!
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Okay, almost got it!
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Good evening, boys!
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Looking for something?
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Uh-oh!
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Mr. Brown, we can explain!
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We're sorry, Mr. Brown!
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We kicked the ball here!
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And we hid.
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And it hit your hat.
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And we ran away.
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And we tried to take it back without asking.
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The ball and my hat aren't the biggest problem.
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The problem is that you ran away instead of telling the truth.
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We're sorry, Mr. Brown.
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Tomorrow morning, you can help me clean those windows.
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Yes, sir.
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We'll come tomorrow and help.
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We're here, Mr. Brown.
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We're ready to fix our mistake.
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Good.
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Start with the lower windows first.
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I'll make this window shine.
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Oops, I sprayed too much.
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Use just a little spray then wipe slowly oh no this top window is too high
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even on this chair i still can't reach it
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don't worry i have the right tool start from the top and move down slowly Wow!
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This makes it much easier!
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Here, Leo.
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This cloth is clean now.
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Look here, boys.
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Wipe again so it leaves no marks.
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I see.
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If we rush, the window stays messy.
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When I was young, I broke a neighbor's window with a ball, too.
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Really?
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You made a mistake, like us?
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Yes, I did.
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But I told the truth, and I helped fix it.
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It feels better to fix it than to hide.
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Come on, Tom.
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Let's finish this the right way.
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Ha ha ha ha ha!
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Wow!
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The windows look like mirrors now!
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Good work, boys.
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You did not run away today.
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Here is your ball.
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You earned it back.
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Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha!
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Thank you, Mr. Brown.
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We won't sneak around again.
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Wait, boys.
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Take some apples from my garden.
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You made a mistake, but you fixed it. That matters.
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Thank you, Mr. Brown.
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We'll tell the truth next time.
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Mr. Brown is so kind.
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He helped me understand that we need to admit our mistakes and make them right.
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That's right.
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When we make a mistake, tell the truth and fix it.
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Wow, look at this place.
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We are at the grand Gyeongbokgum Palace.
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I love this hanbok so much!
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I feel like a real princess today! And guess what?
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If you wear hanbok, you can get free tickets!
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Hello!
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Welcome to the Grand Korean Royal Palace!
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Let's play a game!
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Answer my questions, get three stamps, and win a secret gift!
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Ooh!
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A secret gift?
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I want to find it right now!
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It is a big place, Leo.
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Let's walk slowly and enjoy it.
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No running, okay?
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Okay, Daddy.
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Team Royal Explorers, let's go!
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Oh, listen to that loud drum.
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What is it?
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They are the Sumanjang, the Royal Guards.
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They protect the palace gate.
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This is a very old and important tradition.
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Wow!
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This wooden house is a giant!
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Look at the colorful paint!
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It helps protect the wood from bugs and rain.
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It is so pretty, like a rainbow umbrella for the house.
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Look over there!
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The first stamp!
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Got it!
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One down, two to go.
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Mmm, something smells so yummy!
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This is the royal kitchen.
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They made 12 healthy dishes just for the king.
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They only used the best food from the whole country.
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Listen to the music.
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It feels like magic.
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Stamp number two.
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We are almost done.
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I want the secret gift.
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Hurry up, Maya.
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Leo, slow down.
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The stones are slippery.
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Ah!
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Oh, no!
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My stamp book!
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It's ruined.
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Now I can't get the secret gift!
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Oh Leo, are you hurt?
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Please don't cry.
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Look, my book is still dry.
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We can share it.
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We are a team, right?
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Really?
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You are the best sister, Maya!
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Here we are, young Hooru, the Royal Pavilion.
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Wow!
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It is floating on the lake!
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The king invited special guests here.
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for grand parties and beautiful dances.
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Look at the water.
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It is like a giant, quiet mirror.
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It is so quiet here.
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I am glad we walked slowly.
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The last stamp.
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Let's do it together, Maya.
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One, two, three, stamp.
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Congratulations, explorers.
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You finished the map.
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I saw you sharing your book.
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You have a very kind heart, Maya.
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And because today is a special palace anniversary, you win our biggest secret gift.
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Wait, is this real?
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MS Entertainment, where my favorite idols are.
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Oh my gosh, Yahoo!
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A one-day internship?
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This is the best gift in the world.
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I can't believe it!
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Wow!
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That is an amazing surprise!
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What a magical day for our family!
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Smile, everyone!
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Show your ticket to the camera!
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Parents, explore culture slowly with your kids.
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And share with your siblings who is your favorite K-pop idol.
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Watch our next episode for the MS Entertainment Tour.
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Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.
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Bye-bye!
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See you next time!
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Yawn!
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Good morning Grace!
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Good morning world!
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Oh!
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It smells like a school day!
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It's time to wake up the kids!
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Wake up!
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Wake up everyone!
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It is time for school!
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Get ready!
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Hahaha!
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Let's go!
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Let's go!
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Whoa!
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School time!
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I am awake!
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I am going to school!
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Yay!
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School time!
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Uh, just five minutes.
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Please give me five more minutes.
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Oh no!
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It is much too early for school.
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Knock knock.
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Wake up, sleeping beauty.
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Dad, I am so sleepy.
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Please let me sleep.
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Cock-a-doodle-doo.
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Cock-a-doodle-doo.
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The chicken says it is time to wake up.
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Oh, Dad.
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You are too loud.
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No more sleeping.
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Look at the sunshine.
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It is a beautiful day.
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My eyes.
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The sun is shining so bright outside.
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Come on, Maya.
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You need to wash your face and get dressed.
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No. Okay, okay, I am getting up.
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Time to clean up! Where is my toothbrush?
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Squeeze!
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Oh no!
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I pressed too hard!
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Oh Leo, watch me.
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Squeeze the toothpaste gently.
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Brush up and down, round and round.
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Don't forget to brush your back teeth.
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I am brushing up and down.
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Round and round we go.
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Go!
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Now, rinse your mouth with water. And spit.
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Woo!
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Oh, done!
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I am making braids.
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One, two, three.
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Wow!
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You are amazing, Maya!
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Done!
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My braids are ready!
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I want to look cool too!
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Watch me slick my hair back!
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Look!
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I am a movie star!
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Handsome Leo!
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You look very handsome with that style, Leo!
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Kids, are you done?
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Come here.
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Time to get dressed.
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The uniforms are ready.
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We are coming right now, Mom.
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Here are your uniforms.
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Fresh and clean.
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The summer was too short, Mom.
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I'm not ready for school.
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I want to travel more.
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I want to go to the beach again.
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I understand, honey.
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We all love holidays.
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But vacations cannot last forever.
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We have to go back to school, right?
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I guess so.
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You are right, Mom.
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Think about your friends.
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Don't you miss them? And your teachers, too?
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Well, yes.
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See?
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It will be fun.
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I am super fast.
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Watch me.
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I am doing button one, then button two.
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All done.
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I am ready.
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Look at me.
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Oh dear.
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Come here, Leo.
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Look at your buttons.
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Huh?
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Why is one side longer?
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Is it magic?
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It is wrong.
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You missed one hole.
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Stand still.
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Leo, let me fix the collar too.
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There you go.
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Now you look smart and tidy.
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You are the best sister.
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Oh, you're a sweetie.
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And now, the tie.
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Let dad help you.
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I'm an expert.
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Over.
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Under.
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Around. And pull.
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Wow.
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Hmm.
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It looks a bit.. funny.
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Hahaha!
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Why is it sideways?
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Oh, Ethan!
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Let me do it!
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Perfect!
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Good morning, Madam and Sir!
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Welcome to Chef Ethan's Restaurant!
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Your breakfast is ready!
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And we have eggs and toast.
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Wow!
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It looks delicious!
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Thank you, Dad!
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You are so funny, Dad.
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It looks like a five-star restaurant.
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You are welcome.
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And please eat now.
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Because you need energy for school.
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This food is so yummy!
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Nom nom nom.
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It smells so good, but...
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My tummy feels a little funny, like little beans are jumping inside. Are you nervous, honey?
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Just a little bit today?
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Yes, just a little bit.
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Just a little bit.
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That is okay.
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But you need brain food.
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Eggs and toast help you learn and think.
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You should try just one bite.
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It will give you power.
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It is good.
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Thanks, Dad.
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The wheels on the car go round and round, round and round, round and round.
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We are almost there, kids.
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The school is near.
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Dad, Mom, I have a question.
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I'm listening.
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What is it, Leo?
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Do you think my friends remember me?
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I haven't seen them for three months. Of course.
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You are Leo.
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How can they forget you?
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I wonder if their holiday was fun.
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Did they travel like us?
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You can ask them soon.
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And it is a good way to start a conversation.
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Mom, I have a question too.
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Go ahead, Maya.
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What is on your mind? Do other kids feel...
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nervous?
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Like me?
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Am I the only one?
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Oh, honey.
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Everyone is nervous on the first day.
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Even the teachers get nervous.
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It is normal.
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Really?
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Do the teachers feel nervous too?
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Yes.
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But after five minutes, everyone will be happy.
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If you smile first, then they will smile back at you.
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Okay.
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That makes me feel better.
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Here we are.
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Have a wonderful day, my loves!
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Wow!
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Listen!
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It's so loud and fun!
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Wow!
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Wow!
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Everything looks new!
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Hey, Leo!
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Hi, Maya!
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Over here!
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Oh!
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Oh!
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It's Sarah.
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I miss them so much.
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Wait for me!
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Look at them, Ethan.
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They are ready to learn new things.
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Yes.
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Back to school is a very special day.
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Today is a very special day because it's BBQ Day.
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And we are inviting some special guests too.
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I help mom with the table and I want it to look nice for the guests.
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Wow, Maya!
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The flowers look very lovely.
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Oh no!
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I cannot see anything.
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Mom, I am very hungry.
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Can I eat this?
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No, Leo.
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You cannot eat it now because it is not cooked and you must wait.
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Whew!
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Something smells wonderful over here!
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Hello, Mark.
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Hello, Sarah.
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The weather is perfect for a BBQ.
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Come over and join the party.
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Thank you for inviting us!
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We bring an apple pie for dessert and I hope you like it.
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That is very kind, Sarah.
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Thank you.
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Please make yourself at home.
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The grill looks great, Ethan!
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Do you need any help with the meat?
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Please have some water, Sarah.
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By the way, how is your new life here?
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I really love it here, Grace.
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It is much quieter than our old place.
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That is good to hear.
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And I hope you feel comfortable in your new home.
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So Mark, why do you move to this area and why do you choose this place?
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Well, I got a new job at the city center so we needed to move closer.
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Moving to a new house is very hard for us and we feel tired and stressed.
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But we are lucky because we have kind neighbors.
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Yes, we will never forget how you helped us yesterday yesterday.
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Oh no!
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Look at those dark clouds.
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It is starting to rain very heavily.
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It seems like new neighbors are moving in next door.
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Oh no!
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Please stop raining!
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My books are getting wet help ouch my leg hurts
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and I cannot move this furniture fast don't worry we are
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coming to help you right now kids grab the umbrellas and follow me hurry up
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Pull the cover tight and don't let water go inside.
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Ma'am, please stay under my umbrella.
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It is dry here.
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Give me the heavy books.
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I will carry them inside for you.
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Run fast, Mom.
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I will protect you from the rain.
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One last box.
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I got this.
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It is very heavy.
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Phew.
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We made it.
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You guys truly saved our furniture!
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Thank you so much and you are the best neighbors!
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We are all wet now, but at least we are happy.
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Okay everyone, the meat is ready!
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Thank you again, Ethan!
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Now let's enjoy this delicious food!
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Please sit down here, Sarah.
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Mark, you can sit next to Ethan.
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Oh wow!
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Look at this!
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It is bigger than my face!
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Here is some apple juice for you.
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By the way, Mark, you said you moved for work.
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What do you do?
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I work as a sales manager for a luxury sports car company.
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Wait!
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Sports cars.
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Did you say sports cars?
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Are you kidding me?
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I love cars.
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I have many small model cars at home.
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That is great!
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You must come to my showroom and see the real cars!
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Look at the two men.
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They are talking about cars.
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And it is funny.
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Sarah, do you work too?
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Yes, I work at home.
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And I write children's books.
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Wow!
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A writer!
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That is my dream job.
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Do you write fairy tales?
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Yes, Maya.
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I write fun stories about magic and friends, and maybe I can read my new story to you one day.
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Yes, please.
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That would be amazing.
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Okay, everyone.
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Let's clean up the table together before we eat dessert.
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I will help you carry these dirty plates to the kitchen, Grace.
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I will clean the table now, and I will throw the trash away.
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Come on, Leo.
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We need to make space for the yummy apple pie.
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Here is the homemade apple pie.
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I love sweet food, so I can eat more.
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Yes, Leo is right, and we can always eat apple pie.
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Did you live far from here before you moved here?
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Yes, Maya.
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We lived in a busy city, and there were many tall buildings.
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Was your old house bigger than this house?
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No, Leo.
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This new house is much bigger because we need more space.
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Why do you need more space?
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There are only two people in your family.
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Actually, Leo, we are not two.
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We will be three people very soon.
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Three?
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Does that mean...
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Are you having a...
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Yes, Grace, you are right.
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We will have a new baby soon.
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Oh my goodness.
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Sarah, Mark, congratulations to both of you.
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That is great.
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Let's celebrate the new baby.
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Yay, a baby.
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And I will be a good big sister to the baby.
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And I will teach the baby to play with toy cars and Lego.
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Thank you kids.
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And you will be very good friends for our baby.
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Thank you for the good barbecue.
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And we had a great time today.
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We are neighbors now.
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So if you need help, please tell us.
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And we will help you.
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Take care of yourself, Sarah.
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Don't lift heavy boxes anymore.
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We promise!
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Goodbye neighbors!
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See you tomorrow!
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Good food, good friends, and good news.
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What a perfect day!
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Wait!
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Mom!
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Dad!
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I brought my fastest cars for the baby.
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And I have a teddy bear.
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Oh, sweethearts!
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Don't rush!
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We have to wait many months for the baby. That is right.
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Good things take time.
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Just like a good BBQ.
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Do you like eating BBQ with your neighbors?
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Please tell us.
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Help me!
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My tooth!
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It is a toothache!
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We must go to the dentist.
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It is scary!
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Now, open wide, say ahhh.
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Bring the drill!
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Break this white wall!
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Help!
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Help!
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The bugs are inside me!
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Mommy!
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Daddy!
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What happened?
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Leo!
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Calm down, baby!
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What is wrong?
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Help me!
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My tooth!
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It hurts!
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It feels like fire!
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Oh my gosh!
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Ethan, look at his cheek!
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It is very swollen!
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Hmm.
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Let me see.
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Maybe a big mosquito bit his cheek.
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No, Ethan.
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It is a toothache.
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We must go to the dentist.
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Right now.
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No!
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No, dentist!
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It is scary!
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Come on, Leo. Be brave!
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Hello.
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My son has a toothache.
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It hurts a lot.
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Hello.
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Let me check.
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Do you have an appointment?
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No, we don't.
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But it is an emergency.
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Please help him.
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I understand.
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Please sit down and wait.
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The doctor will call you soon.
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Daddy, did you hear that noise?
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What is that?
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It is just a mosquito.
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A big mechanical mosquito.
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Daddy, I am scared.
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I don't like this place.
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I want to go home.
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Don't worry, Leo.
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Dr. White is very nice.
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He will fix your tooth.
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The pain will stop.
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Really, Dad?
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Mommy, look!
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Why is this tooth black?
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That is a cavity, Maya, because the kid ate too much candy.
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Ew!
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It looks ugly.
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Leo, please come in.
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Okay, Champion.
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Let's go!
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Hello, Leo!
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I am Dr. White.
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Nice to meet you.
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Hello, Doctor.
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Please, sit here.
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This is my pilot chair.
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Wow!
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This chair is very big.
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Let me turn on the light.
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Oh no!
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It is too bright!
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Don't worry.
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Now, open wide, say ah.
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Don't touch my tooth.
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It's okay, Leo.
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Look at this.
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It is just a small mirror.
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I only want to look at your teeth.
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No pain.
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Just a mirror?
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Yes, just to see inside.
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Is that okay?
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Okay.
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Open wide.
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Aha!
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I see something here.
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It is a big hole!
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A big cavity.
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Leo, tell me the truth.
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Did you eat candy last night?
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And did you brush your teeth?
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Well, um, maybe.
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Just a little bit.
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Mmm, yummy chocolate!
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I am so full and I am very sleepy.
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Leo, did you brush your teeth?
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Yes, Mommy.
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I don't want to brush now.
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Too tired.
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I will brush tomorrow morning.
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That is the problem, Leo.
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I am sorry.
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Leo, do you know what happens when you eat candy but don't brush?
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I don't know.
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What happens, doctor?
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Okay, let me tell you a story about the sugar bugs.
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Inside your mouth is a beautiful world, but tonight the bad bugs are waking up.
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Hey boys, wake up!
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Look at this!
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Wow!
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Chocolate!
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Sticky and sweet!
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It's a party!
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Yummy!
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Sugar!
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We love sugar!
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Hmm, this is delicious!
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Okay, lunch is over.
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Now, let's build a house.
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Bring the drill.
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Break this white wall.
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Yes, boss.
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Dig, dig, dig.
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Oh, no. Stop.
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Please, stop.
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It hurts.
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My enamel is breaking.
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Deeper.
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Make a big hole.
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Help!
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Help!
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The bugs are inside me!
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Oh no!
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Doctor!
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Are they inside right now?
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What happens next?
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If we don't stop them, the party gets bigger.
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The hole gets bigger and it will hurt more and more.
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No!
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I don't want more pain!
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What should I do?
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Don't worry.
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It is easy.
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Just be a good boy.
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Sit still.
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Let me clean the bugs.
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The pain will stop right now.
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Okay, I am ready.
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Great job, Leo.
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You can close your mouth now.
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We are all done!
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Huh?
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Is it finished?
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Already?
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Yes!
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Completely finished.
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The hole is filled.
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The tooth is strong again.
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Wow!
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It didn't hurt at all!
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See?
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I told you!
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Do you see, kids?
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Eating candy without brushing is bad.
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You will have a toothache like Leo.
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Yes.
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Cavities are very ugly.
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And they hurt a lot, too.
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If you like this story, please like, share, and subscribe to our channel.
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And remember, brush your teeth before bed.
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Goodbye!
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See you next time!
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Wow!
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Popcorn is ready!
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Who is excited for the movie?
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Me!
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I love superheroes!
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Pew pew!
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I am very excited!
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The trailer was great!
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Mommy, can I hold the tickets, please?
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OK, sweetie.
718
But only for a minute.
719
Yeah!
720
Let's look at the posters while we wait.
721
The movie is starting now.
722
It's time.
723
Let's go in, everyone.
724
Grace, do you have the tickets?
725
Hmm.
726
Let me check my pockets.
727
Oh no!
728
Where are the tickets?
729
I can't find them!
730
They are not here!
731
What?
732
Are you sure?
733
Let me check too. Where are they?
734
This is strange.
735
I checked everywhere.
736
Oh my goodness!
737
Oh no!
738
The movie is starting soon!
739
Everyone, look on the floor.
740
Hurry up!
741
I don't see them on the floor.
742
They are gone.
743
We lost them!
744
Oh, wait a minute.
745
Leo, you had the tickets.
746
You lost them, right?
747
Me?
748
No way!
749
Yes way.
750
I saw you, Mr. Forgetful.
751
I gave them to Mommy.
752
I am a good boy.
753
Nuh-uh.
754
You put them in your tiny pockets and dropped them.
755
Look!
756
No tickets.
757
Only a candy wrapper.
758
Oh no, now we can't watch the superhero movie.
759
You are the villain today, Leo.
760
I am not the villain.
761
You are the villain. Did too. Did not. Did too. Did not.
762
Okay, okay you two.
763
Stop fighting.
764
Nobody is a villain here.
765
We just need to find them.
766
Okay, Daddy.
767
But he is still a little bit suspicious.
768
Let me check my long wallet again.
769
Oops, look!
770
Wow!
771
The tickets!
772
They are hiding here.
773
Oh!
774
Oh, here are the tickets mommy.
775
Okay, my darling.
776
Wow, that trailer is cool.
777
It wasn't Leo, it was me.
778
I put them in the wallet.
779
I am very sorry my sweet boy.
780
Mommy forgot today.
781
Oops, I am sorry too, Leo.
782
You are not the villain.
783
You are a good boy.
784
It's okay.
785
Super Leo forgives everyone.
786
Alright, family.
787
The movie is starting now.
788
Yahoo!
789
Friends, have you ever lost your tickets before a movie?
790
Comment below.
791
If you lose them, don't panic.
792
Look carefully and please don't blame others.
793
And if you make a mistake, that's okay.
794
Just remember to say sorry.
795
Don't forget to like, share and subscribe to our channel.
796
And now, let's go watch the movie!
797
See you next time!
798
Bye-bye!
799
Thank you. so so so so so so so so so

Why Practice Speaking with This Video?

This video is perfect for english speaking practice because it captures a real-life, relatable scenario—two kids dealing with a mistake. The dialogue is simple, conversational, and full of everyday phrases, making it ideal for beginners to mimic. Whether you’re using a shadowing app or just repeating lines aloud, the natural flow helps you learn to respond in context, not just memorize words. Plus, the story’s emotional arc (nervousness, guilt, resolution) teaches you how to convey feelings, a key part of real communication. It’s like having a mini role-play session with native speakers!

Grammar & Expressions in Context

The conversation is packed with useful structures. Let’s break down a few:

  • "We must learn to come and tell the truth": The modal verb "must" shows obligation, a common way to talk about responsibility. Practice saying this to sound confident when admitting mistakes.
  • "Maybe he didn't see us": "Maybe" is a great filler word to soften uncertainty—perfect for casual speech. Pair it with past tense ("didn't see") to talk about what might have happened.
  • "We're ready to fix our mistake": "Ready to + verb" is a simple structure to show preparedness. Use it to say you’re set for tasks, like "I’m ready to start" or "She’s ready to help."
These phrases are easy to shadow speak—just repeat them right after the video to build fluency.

Common Pronunciation Traps

Even simple words can trip up beginners. Watch out for:

  • "Super goalie hands": The "o" in "goalie" is short, like "goh-lee" (not "go-lee"). Listen closely—mispronouncing it might make people think you’re saying "goal" instead!
  • "Step softly": "Softly" ends with a "ly" sound, but it’s quick—don’t drag it out. Practice saying it smoothly to avoid sounding robotic.
  • "Uh-oh": This exclamation is all about tone—raise your voice on "uh" and drop it on "oh" to show surprise. It’s a fun one to shadow speech for natural intonation.
Use a shadowing site to slow down the audio if needed—pausing and repeating will help you nail these sounds.

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.

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