Pratique du Shadowing: Storyfun For Starters 6 Cows, sheep, goats, ducks and chickens! - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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6. Cows, sheep, goats, ducks and chickens.
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Listen.
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Mr. Gray's a farmer.
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There are cows, sheep, goats, ducks and chickens on his farm.
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There's a dog too.
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Mrs Day lives next to Mr Gray's farm.
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There are potatoes, onions, beans, peas and two pear trees in her garden.
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Mr Gray and Mrs Day are going to town now.
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He's going in his truck.
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She's going on the bus.
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Oh dear!
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Mr Gray's farm gate is open.
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Oh dear!
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Mrs Day's garden gate is open too Look at the cows and sheep Look at the goats and ducks and chickens.
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They're running and jumping in Mrs. Day's garden.
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They're eating her potatoes, her onions and her peas.
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They're eating her beans and the pears in her trees.
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They're wearing her hats, her t-shirts and her shirts.
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And they're wearing her dresses, her sweaters and her skirts.
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But look, here's Mrs Day.
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She's coming home from town.
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Mr Gray's coming home in his truck too.
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I'm very angry, says Mrs Day Look at my clothes and look at my trees
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I'm very sorry, says Mr Gray Would you like to have lunch with me?
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills with an engaging story featuring Mr. Gray, a farmer, and Mrs. Day, his neighbor. The story describes a typical day on the farm, introducing you to various animals and the events that unfold when their gates are left open. Through this narrative, you will enhance your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation. This lesson utilizes the shadowing technique, allowing you to speak along with the audio to develop fluency and clarity. By listening to the story and repeating the phrases, you will gain confidence in your English speaking practice.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Cows
  • Sheep
  • Goats
  • Ducks
  • Chickens
  • Garden gate
  • Very angry
  • Would you like to have lunch?

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience with this story, try the following practice tips using the shadowing technique. First, play the video or audio transcript at a comfortable speed. Begin by listening to a small segment, then pause it and repeat what you heard. This approach allows you to focus on pronunciation and intonation. The characters’ emotions, especially Mrs. Day's anger and Mr. Gray's apology, can help you understand the expressive nature of English.

Since the story is lively and features fun animals interacting carelessly, it’s essential to mimic the tones used by the characters. Use a lively voice when portraying the excitement of the running animals, and remember to alter your tone to convey Mrs. Day's frustration effectively. As you practice, pay close attention to the rhythm of the sentences. This engagement will improve your overall fluency and make your English more natural during conversations.

Finally, consider repeating the shadowing exercise multiple times. Consistent practice with learn English with YouTube materials not only improves your listening skills but also enhances your speaking agility. Embrace the challenge of shadow speaking and enjoy the process as you develop your English language abilities!

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.