Shadowing Practice: Dr. Seuss Rap! “Fox in Socks” written by Dr. Seuss! - Learn English Speaking with Video

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J0 this is Fox and Socks written by dr. Seuss And imma rap this book
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Fox Socks Box Knox Knox Knox in box Fox
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and Socks Knox on fox and Socks and box Socks on Knox
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and Knox in box Fox
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and Socks on box unlocks Chicks with bricks come chicks with blocks come chicks with bricks
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and blocks and clocks come looks'r looks'r Mr. Knox Sir Let's do tricks with bricks
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and blocks Sir let's do tricks with chicks and clocks Sir, first i'll make a quick trick brickstack then i'll make a
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quick trick block stack you can make a quick trick trick
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stack you can make a quick trick clock stack Here's a new trick Mr. Knox, socks on chicks and chicks on fox Fox on clocks on bricks on blocks, bricks and blocks on Knox on Fox Now we've come to ticks and Toxer,
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try to say this Mr. Knoxer Clocks on Fox, tick clocks on Knox, Tox, tick, tick, brick, tick, tick, tick, tick, tick, tick, tick, Tox Please sir, I don't like this trick sir, my tongue isn't quick or slick sir I get all those ticks and clocks,
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sir, mixed up with these chicks and Toxer I can't do it Mr. Foxer, I'm so sorry Mr. Knoxer Here's an easy game to play, here's an easy thing to say New socks,
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two socks, who socks, Sue socks, who so's, who socks, who so's Who sees who sells whose new socks are?
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You see suso, who's new socks, sir That's not easy, Mr. Fox, sir Who comes?
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Crow comes, Slow Joe Crow comes Wait...
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Who sews, crows clothes, suso's crows clothes Slow Joe Crow sews, who's clothes, who's clothes Suso socks and foxes socks now Slow Joe Crow sews,
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Knox and box now Suso's rows on Slow Joe Crow's clothes Fox-Sows hoes on Slow Joe Crow's nose Hose goes, rose grows, nose hose goes some,
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crows rose grows some Mr. Fox, I hate this game sir, this game makes my tongue quite lame sir Mr. Knox sir, what a shame sir, we'll find something new to do now Here is lots of new blue goo,
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now new goo, blue goo gooey gooey Blue goo, new goo, gluey gluey gooey gooey goo for chewy chewy That's what that goo goose is doing, do you choose to chew goo too sir?
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If sir you sir choose to chew sir, with that goo goose chew sir do sir Mr. Fox, I won't do it, I can't say it, I won't chew it Very well sir,
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step this way, we'll find another game to play Bim comms, been comms, bim brings, been broom Bim brings, been broom Bin bends, bims broom bim bends,
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bends broom Bims bends, bends bends Bins bent, broom breaks, bims bent, broom breaks Bims bam, bims bam, big bams, pig bams,
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yeah Bim and binly bams with brooms, bins bam bangs and bims bam booms Pig bam, boom bam, big bam, broom bam My poor mouth can't say that,
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no sir, my poor mouth is much too slow sir Well then bring your mouth this way, I'll find it something it can say Luke luck likes lakes, Luke duck likes lakes Luke luck licks lakes,
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Luke duck licks lakes Duck takes licks and licks
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that Luke luck likes And Luke luck takes licks and licks duck likes
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I can't blab such blibber blubber My tongue isn't made of
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rubber Mr. Knox now come now come now You don't have to be
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so dumb now Try to say this Mr. Knox please Threw three cheese trees, three free fleas flew While these fleas flew,
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Freezy Breeze blew Freezy Breeze made these three trees freeze These
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crazy trees made these trees cheese freeze That's what made these three free fleas sneeze Stop it, stop it, that's enough sir I can't say such silly stuff sir Very
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well then Mr. Knox sir Let's have a little talk about Tweedle Beetles, what do you know about Tweedle Beetles?
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Well when Tweedle Beetles fight it's called a Tweedle Beetle battle, and when they battle in a puddle, it's a Tweedle Beetle Puddle battle.
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And when Tweedle Beetles battle with paddles in a puddle, they call it a Tweedle Beetle Puddle Paddle Battle.
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and when beetles battle beetles in a puddle paddle paddle
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and the beetle battle puddle is a puddle in the bottle
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They call this a tweedle beetle bottle puddle paddle battle muddle
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And when videos fight these battles in the bottle with their paddles in the bottles On the poodle
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and the poodles eating noodles They call this the muddle puddle
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tweedle poodle beetle noodle bottle paddle battle Now wait a minute Mr. Fox Socks?
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When the foxes in the bottle where the tweedle beetles battle
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With their paddles in the puddle on a noodle eating poodle
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This is what they call a tweedle beetle noodle poodle bottle paddle muddle duddle fuddle wuddle fox and socks sir
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Mr. Fox our game is done sir Thank you for a lot of fun sir Yeah

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will dive into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss's Fox in Socks, practicing your English speaking skills through a fun and engaging rap format. This video not only introduces you to playful language but also enhances your pronunciation and rhythm, crucial elements for fluent speech. Using the shadowing technique, you will mimic the rhythm and pace of the narrator, allowing you to improve your articulation and fluency in a lively context. This practice is particularly beneficial for those preparing for IELTS speaking practice as it emphasizes clarity and quick thought processing.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Fox - a clever animal often found in stories and folklore.
  • Socks - clothing worn on the feet, central to the playful theme of the book.
  • Tricks - activities or games meant to amuse, highlighting playful language in the video.
  • Chicks - young birds, also symbolizing innocence and playfulness.
  • Clocks - timepieces that add rhythm to the rapping style.
  • Tweedle Beetles - fictional creatures that serve as a mnemonic device for complex sentences.
  • Puddles - shallow water bodies that are fun and engaging in the narrative.
  • Goo - a sticky substance that enhances the silliness and rhythm of the rap.

Practice Tips

To effectively use the shadow speech technique while practicing with this video, start by watching the video without attempting to speak along. Familiarize yourself with the eccentric yet rhythmic style of the rap. Once you feel comfortable, play the video again and try to repeat after the narrator, imitating their intonation and pacing as closely as possible.

Here are some tailored tips for a successful practice session:

  • Focus on the speed: Dr. Seuss's rap requires quick articulation. Pay particular attention to how the narrator emphasizes certain syllables and phrases.
  • Utilize pause and repeat: Pause the video after each line to give yourself adequate time to practice before moving on.
  • Practice in front of a mirror: This can help you to observe your mouth movements, which is important for clarity in pronunciation.
  • Record yourself: Hearing your own voice can help you identify areas for improvement in both speed and accuracy.

Consistent practice using these tips will enhance your fluency and confidence while engaging with lively and humorous content, making learning enjoyable and effective!

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.