Shadowing Practice: Father's Day Special Sing-Along | I Can Be Like You | CoComelon Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Yes, I will, it's true.
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Mommy, Daddy, Sister, Brother, Mister, I can't be like you.
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I can brush my teeth.
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I can do what you do.
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I can get ready just as fast as you do.
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I can jump around like a kangaroo. Can you?
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Anything that you can do I want to do it too I can be like you
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Ready for something new Anything that you can do I want to do it too I can be like you Yes,
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I will, it's true Mommy, Daddy, Sister, Brother, Mister I can be like you Yes,
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I can get dressed.
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I can do what you do.
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I can wear a shirt.
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Just the way that you do.
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Yes, I can breathe in you.
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Just like you.
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And I can chew my food like you.
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Everything that you can do.
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I want to do it too.
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I can be like you.
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Yes, I wanna wanna wanna be like you.
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I wanna wanna be like you.
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I wanna wanna wanna be like you.
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I wanna wanna be like you.
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I can be like you
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Yes, I will, it's true.
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Mommy, daddy, sister, brother, mister, I can be like you.
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Mommy, daddy, sister, brother, mister, I can be like you.
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Mommy, daddy, sister, brother, mister, I can be like you.
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Back to school, back to school today What will I learn?
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What will I play?
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Back to school today.
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Pack my books with a zip, zip, zip.
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I love to go to school.
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Pack my pencils with a clip, clip, clip.
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I love to go to school.
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Pack my lunch in the box, box, box.
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I love to go to school.
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Find clean pants and socks, socks, socks.
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I love to go to school.
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Back to school, back to school, back to school today.
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What will I learn?
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What will I play?
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Back to school today Grab my bag,
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no time to snooze I love to go to school
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Sharing news in my new shoes I love to go to school I can paint
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and make some crafts I love to go to school
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Sing and dance with lots of laughs I love to go to school Back to school,
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back to school, back to school today What will I learn?
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What will I play?
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Back to school today I can sing my ABCs I love to go to school
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I can count to 1,
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2, 3 I love to go to school We can play with all our friends We love to go to school
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It feels like fun, we'll never end
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We love to go to school Back to school,
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back to school, back to school today What will we learn, what will we play?
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Back to school today Yay!

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will engage in English speaking practice through a fun and interactive sing-along inspired by the "Father's Day Special." You'll practice vital vocabulary surrounding family, daily activities, and the excitement of learning, all while enhancing your listening and pronunciation skills. The playful tone and catchy rhythm of the song make it an excellent resource for improving your English communication abilities. You'll also experience the joy of learning new expressions, which can be beneficial for your IELTS speaking practice.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Mommy
  • Daddy
  • Brother
  • Sister
  • Jump around
  • Get dressed
  • I can be like you
  • Back to school

Practice Tips

To effectively use this video for your English speaking practice, consider following these tips:

  • Listen and Repeat: Play the video multiple times and listen closely to the rhythm and intonation of the lyrics. Try to imitate the pronunciation and emotion used by the singers. This method is known as shadowing and can profoundly assist in improving your English pronunciation.
  • Break It Down: If a section feels too fast, pause after each line. Repeat the line before continuing to the next. This will help you maintain clarity while also getting accustomed to the song's tempo.
  • Engage Emotionally: Sing along with enthusiasm! The animated and lively nature of the song encourages a joyful learning atmosphere, which is essential for retaining new vocabulary.
  • Practice in Different Settings: Once you're comfortable with the lyrics, practice them in various contexts—like while cooking, during a walk, or even with family! This repetitive usage aids in solidifying your understanding of the phrases.
  • Use It in Conversations: Try to incorporate these new phrases into your everyday conversations. For instance, when talking about family, use the terms “mommy,” “daddy,” “brother,” and “sister” to sound more natural in discussions.

With dedication and practice, you’ll find that using songs like this not only makes learning enjoyable but also effective in your journey to becoming a confident English speaker.

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.

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