Shadowing Practice: Jolly Phonics Online Class Phase 1 - Learn English Speaking with Video

Creating lesson...
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Good morning, good morning, good morning to you.
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Good morning to all K2 students.
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And how do you do?
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Hello!
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Welcome to...
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Online Clads with Teacher Seb.
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In today's lesson, You are going to learn about Phonics.
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Now before we will start, I want you to...
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Make sure that your listening ears are on so you can hear me well.
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And I want you to make sure also that your looking eyes are on so you can see everything.
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Okay?
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Great.
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Now let's start.
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Teacher Cell will be showing you some flashcards.
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This is our phonics.
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Flashcards or sounds?
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but Teacher cell will say it first.
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I will say the sounds first and then I will do the action.
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Once I'm done, It will be your turn.
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Okay.
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Great!
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So make sure your listening ears are on, your looking eyes are on.
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Let's start.
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Now for the action, let's pretend that our arm is a snake going through the wraps.
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Seguin.
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- Thank you.
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Ah.
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Thank you.
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Ah.
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Now for the action, let's pretend that there are ants crawling up our arm and say, - Ah.
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Ah.
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- - - Right.
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Now for the action, let's pretend that we are watching tenants Turning our heads from side to side. and say, Tsk.
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- - E E Now for the action,
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Let's pretend that we are a mouse wiping off E Ink off our whiskers.
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E E Puh.
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Pah.
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Now for the action, let's pretend that our finger is a candle and let's pop out the candle saying, But...
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-Pow.
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-Bah.
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And for the last sound, Hmm.
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um Now for the action, Let's pretend that we are an aeroplane making a noisy N sound.
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Hmm...
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Hmm...
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Hmm...
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And that's it.
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Now it's your turn!
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Teacher Sam will show the cards.
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and then I want you to Say the sound and do the action.
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Okay?
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Ready?
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Let's start!
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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you Great
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job, Gages students!
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You did it!
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Congratulations!
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And now, since we're done talking about sounds and actions, now let's talk about initial sounds.
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Follow me, say.
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- four, - Sun.
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- Ah.
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Four.
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- Ah.
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Ant - It's.
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four, Tent.
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Tch.
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Tent.
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E.
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four, E.
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Ink.
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Bye.
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four, Pah.
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Pie And the last one.
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Good.
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four, - Hmm net.
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And that's it.
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For your activity, I want you to answer the worksheet And Do not forget to practice at home.
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I want you to practice the sounds at home.
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Ask mommy or Daddy to take a video of you while you are saying the sound and doing the actions.
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Okay?
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That's all for today.
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Thank you so much and I will see you again next time.
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Bye!

About This Lesson

In this engaging Jolly Phonics online class, learners will dive into the fundamentals of phonics as they practice various sounds and actions. Designed for K2 students, this lesson encourages participation through interactive elements, such as repeating sounds and mimicking associated actions. By focusing on the connection between sounds and physical movements, learners can enhance their phonetic awareness, which is essential for improving English pronunciation. This dynamic approach not only aids in recognizing sounds but also prepares learners for future milestones, such as IELTS speaking practice.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Phonics - the relationship between letters and sounds.
  • Sound - a vital element in language that characters represent.
  • Action - a physical movement that correlates with phonetic sounds.
  • Listening ears - an instruction to focus on hearing.
  • Looking eyes - a prompt to pay attention visually.
  • Repeat - to say again what was heard for practice.
  • Flashcards - visual tools used to aid learning sounds.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this phonics lesson, consider the following shadow speech techniques:

  • Shadowing the Instructor: Listen carefully to Teacher Sam's pronunciation and intonation. As you hear each sound, repeat it immediately after her while mimicking her actions. This will help you improve English pronunciation by internalizing the rhythms and patterns of speech.
  • Mindful Listening: Engage your "listening ears" by paying attention to the unique sounds. Try to identify how your mouth forms each sound. Consider how this might relate to your own speech. This can also help with shadowspeak techniques.
  • Visual Cues: Use the flashcards not just as visual tools but also as prompts to visualize what you are learning. Pair each action with the sound to reinforce memory; for instance, pretend your arm is a snake while practicing the sound “S.”
  • Practice in Front of a Mirror: Observe your mouth movements and facial expressions as you pronounce each sound. This reflection will help enhance your awareness during IELTS speaking practice and general conversations.
  • Record Yourself: Use a recording device to capture your voice as you shadow the lesson. Listening back will allow you to identify areas for improvement and track your progress over time.

Applying these tips regularly will make your journey in mastering English phonics enjoyable and effective, setting a solid foundation for your language learning adventure.

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.