Shadowing Practice: 66. Baking - Grade K [Heinman] - Enghlish For Kids - 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 like pizza?
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Do you like cookies? Do you like bread?
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Oh yes, I do too.
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Today, our story is about baking.
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Baking pizza, baking cookies, baking bread.
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Baking is very fun.
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Our story is baking.
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We baked the pizza.
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Boys and girls, how does pizza taste?
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Yes, very good.
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Pizza tastes very, very yummy.
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We baked the bread.
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Boys and girls, what can you make with bread?
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Yes, you can make sandwiches with bread.
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We baked the pies.
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Boys and girls, what can you bake in a pie?
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You can bake apples in a pie.
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You can bake cherries.
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You can bake grapes.
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You can bake blueberries in a pie.
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You can bake many pies.
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We baked the brownies.
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Boys and girls, what is in a brownie?
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Chocolate is in a brownie.
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Brownies are very yummy.
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I love chocolate.
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We baked the cupcakes boys and girls what color are the cupcakes
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yes the cupcakes are pink brown and yellow how many cupcakes can you see i can see one two
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three four five six six cupcakes we baked the cookies boys
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and girls how many cookies can you see I can see one two three four five six seven eight cookies.
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Oh, yum, yum, yum.
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We baked the cake.
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Boys and girls, what color is the cake?
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Yes, the cake is yellow, green, and red.
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How does the cake taste?
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The cake tastes sweet.
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S-W-E-E-T.
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Sweet.
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We baked cupcakes, cookies, cake,
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brownies, bread, pizza, and pie.
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Boys and girls, are you hungry now?
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Yes, I am very, very hungry too.
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I think I will eat pizza.
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I'm Teacher Erin.
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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

In this exciting and interactive lesson, learners will explore the delightful world of baking through a fun story narrated by Teacher Erin. The focus will be on familiarizing young learners with essential vocabulary related to baking, including various baked goods such as pizza, cookies, and bread. As students listen to the engaging narration, they will not only practice their listening skills but also improve their speaking abilities by imitating the teacher's pronunciation and intonation. This lesson is perfect for those looking to learn English with YouTube while making the learning process enjoyable and relatable.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Baking - The process of cooking food by using dry heat, typically in an oven.
  • Pizza - A savory dish made of flat round bread topped with sauce, cheese, and various toppings.
  • Cookies - Sweet baked treats that come in a variety of flavors and textures.
  • Bread - A staple food made of flour, water, and usually other ingredients, baked together.
  • Brownie - A dense and moist chocolate dessert square.
  • Cupcake - A small cake designed to serve one person, often topped with icing.
  • Sweet - A flavor descriptor for sugary foods.
  • Pie - A baked dish typically consisting of a pastry filled with sweet or savory ingredients.

Practice Tips

To effectively use the shadowing technique with this lesson, follow these tips to improve English pronunciation:

  • Listen carefully to how Teacher Erin articulates her words. Pay attention to her pace, emphasizing key vocabulary as she describes each item.
  • Repeat sentences immediately after hearing them. This will help you match your intonation and rhythm with hers, making it easier to grasp the sound patterns in English.
  • Watch the video multiple times. On each replay, focus on different aspects—first on listening, then transition to speaking along with the video.
  • Record yourself while shadowing. This allows you to hear your own pronunciation and identify areas for improvement.
  • Engage by asking yourself questions as Teacher Erin does in the video. Respond to prompts like “How does pizza taste?” to practice speaking authentically.
  • Be consistent! Regular practice with this shadowing site will help reinforce language retention, so make it part of your daily routine.

By utilizing these techniques, learners can create an immersive experience that not only enhances their vocabulary but also makes learning English fun and engaging. Happy baking and shadowing!

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.