Shadowing Practice: 49 My Big Brotherv - Heinemann GK - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hi, I'm Teacher Erin.
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Welcome to my story time.
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Boys and girls, do you have a brother or a sister?
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I am very sad.
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I have no brother and I have no sister.
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But that's okay.
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Today, our story is My Big Brother.
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My big brother likes to paint pictures with me.
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Boys and girls, do you like to paint pictures?
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I do.
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What do you like to paint?
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My big brother likes to ride bikes with me.
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Boys and girls, can you ride a bike?
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Yes, you can.
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Can you ride fast?
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Yes, I think you can.
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He likes to swing with me.
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Boys and girls, can you swing very high?
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Yes, you can.
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These little boys can swing very high too.
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He likes to jump with me.
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Boys and girls, can you jump?
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Yes, I know you can jump.
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What animals can jump?
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Yes, kangaroos can jump, and rabbits can jump and frogs can jump too.
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My brother and I like to climb.
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Friends, what animal likes to climb?
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That's right, I I think monkeys love to climb.
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My brother and I like to slide.
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Friends, look at the picture.
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Where are the boys?
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Yes, that's right.
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The boys are on the playground.
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My big brother likes to read books with me.
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Boys and girls, look at the book.
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What is the name of the book?
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Yes, the name of the book is Rain.
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My big brother likes me and I like my big brother.
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Boys and girls, do you like your brother?
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Do you like your sister?
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Yes, you do.
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And I like all of you.
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I'm Teacher Aaron.
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Thank you for reading a story with me today.
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I hope you have a wonderful day.
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I'll see you very soon.
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Take care.
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Bye for now.

About This Lesson

Ready to practice English speaking while enjoying a heartwarming story? This lesson uses a friendly video about a big brother to help you build confidence in everyday conversation. You’ll practice listening, repeating, and using simple phrases—perfect for IELTS speaking practice or just sounding more natural. Plus, it’s a fun way to learn English with YouTube! By the end, you’ll feel more comfortable talking about activities you do with family, and you’ll have new vocabulary to use in real life.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Paint pictures: "My big brother likes to paint pictures with me." Great for talking about hobbies!
  • Ride bikes: "Can you ride a bike fast?" Useful for describing outdoor activities.
  • Swing high: "These little boys can swing very high." Perfect for playground conversations.
  • Climb: "Monkeys love to climb." A versatile verb for talking about animals or play.
  • Read books: "The book is called Rain." Ideal for discussing favorite pastimes.
  • Do you like…?: "Do you like your brother?" A simple question to start conversations.

Practice Tips

This video has a slow, clear tone—perfect for shadow speak (or "shadowspeaks") practice! Here’s how to make the most of it: Pause after each sentence, then repeat it out loud, copying the teacher’s intonation and speed. Focus on words like "paint" (short 'a' sound) and "ride" (long 'i' sound) to improve English pronunciation. For tricky phrases, like "swing very high," break them into parts: "swing" + "very" + "high." Do this 3-5 times a day, and you’ll notice your speaking flows more smoothly. Remember, the goal is to sound natural, not perfect—so have fun with it!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.