Shadowing Practice: πŸ”Š MR NOISY | MR MEN BOOK | Kids Read Aloud Story by Roger Hargreaves - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Mr Noisy by Roger Hargreaves Mr Noisy was a very,
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Mr Noisy by Roger Hargreaves Mr Noisy was a very,
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very noisy person indeed.
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For example, if Mr Noisy was reading this story to you,
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he'd be shouting at the top of his voice.
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And the top of Mr Noisy's voice is a very loud place indeed.
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You can hear it a hundred miles away.
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For example, when most people sneeze you can hear them in the next room. But...
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ACHOO!
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When Mr Noisy sneezes, you can hear him in the next country!
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Now this story starts when Mr Noisy was asleep in bed,
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in his bedroom, in his house,
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which is on top of a hill.
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He was snoring.
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And as you can well imagine,
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when Mr Noisy snores, this is a snore worth hearing.
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It sounds more like a herd of elephants than a snore.
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Then Mr Noisy's alarm clock went off.
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Mr Noisy's alarm clock sounds like no other alarm clock in the world.
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It sounds more like a fire engine.
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Mr Noisy woke up.
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And so did all the people who lived in Wobble Town,
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which is at the bottom of Mr Noisy's hill.
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Later that day, Mr Noisy decided that he had to go shopping.
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He went out of his house,
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shutting the door behind him.
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BANG!
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The door wobbled.
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The house wobbled.
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The whole hill wobbled.
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Wobble Town wobbled.
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Even a bird flying high above wobbled.
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Then Mr Noisy walked down the hill.
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Clump, clump, clump.
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He walked into the baker's shop.
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Crash!
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Went the door as he opened it.
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Bang!
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Went the door as he shut it.
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I'd like a loaf of bread! boomed Mr Noisy to Mrs Crumb, the baker's wife.
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Mrs Crumb trembled and sold him a loaf.
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Then Mr Noisy walked along the street to the butcher.
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Clump, clump, clump.
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He walked into the butcher's shop.
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Crash!
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When the door as he opened it.
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Bang!
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When the door as he shut it.
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I'd like a piece of meat! boomed Mr Noisy to Mr Bacon the butcher.
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Mr Bacon trembled and sold him some meat.
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Afterwards, Mrs Crumb met Mr Bacon in the street.
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We really must do something about Mr Noisy being so noisy, she said.
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Absolutely, replied Mr Bacon. But what?
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I know, said Mrs Crumb,
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and she whispered into Mr Bacon's ear.
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Mr Bacon smiled a small smile,
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which grew into a broad grin.
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Mrs Crumb, he said, I think you have the answer.
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The following day Mr Noisy again went shopping down to Wobbletown.
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Clump, clump, clump!
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He went into Mrs Crumb's shop.
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I'd like a loaf of bread, he boomed.
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Sorry, what did you say? asked Mrs Crumb, pretending not to hear.
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I'd like a loaf of bread!
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Mr Noisy shouted.
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Sorry, said Mrs Crumb, putting her hand to her ear.
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Can you speak up, please?
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I'd like a loaf of bread, roared Mr Noisy.
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Can't hear you, replied Mrs Crumb.
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Mr Noisy gave up and went out.
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Mr Noisy went into Mr Bacon's shop.
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I'd like a piece of meat, he boomed.
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Mr Bacon pretended not to notice.
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I'd like a piece of meat!
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Mr Noisy shouted.
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Did you say something? asked Mr Bacon.
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I said I'd like a piece of meat! roared Mr Noisy.
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Pardon? said Mr Bacon.
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Mr Noisy gave up and went out and went home and went to bed, hungry.
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The day after Mr Noisy tried again.
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He went into Mrs Crumb's shop.
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I'd like a loaf of bread, he boomed.
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A what? asked Mrs Crumb.
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Mr Noisy started shouting at the very top of his voice.
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A loaf of...
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And then he stopped.
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And then he thought.
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And then he said quietly,
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I'd like a loaf of bread please, Mrs Crumb.
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Mrs Crumb smiled.
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Certainly, she said.
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Then Mr Noisy went into Mr Bacon's shop.
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I'd like a piece of meat, he boomed.
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Did you say something? asked Mr Bacon.
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Yes, I did! shouted Mr Noisy at the very top of his voice.
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I said I'd like a...
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And then he stopped, and then he thought,
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and then he said quietly,
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I'd like a piece of meat, please, Mr Bacon.
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Mr Bacon smiled.
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My pleasure, he said.
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So carrying his bread and his meat,
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Mr Noisy set off home up the hill.
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Clump, clump, clump.
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Then he stopped.
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Then he thought.
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And then do you know what he did?
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He tiptoed.
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A tiptoe was something Mr Noisy had never tried before.
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It was fun.
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Mr Noisy arrived at his front door.
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He put out his hand to open the door.
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And then he stopped.
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And then he thought.
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And then do you know what he did?
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He opened the door very quietly.
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He stepped inside, and he shut the door very gently.
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Quietly and gently were two things Mr Noisy had never tried before either.
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That was fun too!
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And do you know something?
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From then until now, Mr Noisy isn't anything like as noisy as he used to be.
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And do you know something else?
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The people of Wobbletown are delighted,
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especially Mrs Crumb and Mr Bacon.
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And do you know something else?
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Mr Noisy has learned how to whisper!

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills by focusing on the lively story of Mr Noisy from the famous Mr Men book series. This reading offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in expressive language related to volume and sound, making it perfect for practicing intonation and pronunciation. As you listen and repeat, you'll enhance your ability to convey emotions and energy in your speech, allowing you to connect more effectively with your audience and improve your overall communication skills.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Noisy: Producing a lot of sound.
  • Sneeze: A sudden expulsion of air from the nose, typically making a sound.
  • Snore: A sound made while sleeping, often loud and disruptive.
  • Alarm clock: A device that wakes you up with sound at a set time.
  • Crash: A sudden loud noise, such as when something breaks.
  • Boomed: To speak loudly and powerfully.
  • Wobble: To move unsteadily from side to side.

Practice Tips

To effectively use the shadowing technique with this video, follow these steps:

  • Listen Carefully: Start by listening to the story without trying to repeat. Pay attention to how Mr Noisy's character influences the tone and pace of speech.
  • Shadow Speech: Use a shadowing app to simultaneously listen and mimic Mr Noisy’s voice. Aim to replicate not just the words but also the lively tone and energy. This helps you improve your English pronunciation significantly.
  • Identify Patterns: Notice how Mr Noisy’s loud and exaggerated expressions create a fun atmosphere. Practice these expressions when repeating sentences, especially phrases like "I’d like a loaf of bread! Boomed Mr Noisy!"
  • Pacing: Each section may vary in speed. For the longer sentences, break them down into smaller parts. Repeat each part slowly before stitching them together.
  • Record Yourself: Use your device to record while shadowing. Listening to your speech can reveal areas to improve and align your pronunciation more closely with native speakers.

By practicing regularly with the shadowing technique, you'll not only master pronunciation but also gain confidence in your spoken English. Enjoy the vibrant world of Mr Noisy, and have fun improving your English skills!

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 β€” 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 β€” making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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