Shadowing Practice: Our Crazy Morning Routine | Easy English Listening Practice | A2 Level - Learn English Speaking with Video

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"Honey, wake up.

It's already 7 :30.

Time to get up." Honey, just five more minutes, please.

Come on, honey.

Get up now, or you'll be late for work.

What a beautiful morning!

It's going to be a wonderful day.

Good morning, honey.

Go freshen up.

I'll get breakfast ready.

Okay.

I'll go get ready.

Leo Nova, wake up!

It's morning!

Good morning, sweetheart.

Did you sleep well?

Good morning, Mom.

I had a really wonderful dream. That sounds wonderful.

I'd love to hear all about it.

I can't wait to tell you, Mom.

That sounds exciting, but first you need to get ready.

Otherwise, you'll be late for school.

Okay, Mom.

I'll get ready right away.

Good morning, sweetheart.

It's time to wake up.

Mom, can I sleep a little longer, please?

No, sweetheart.

You'll be late for school.

Mom, I'm up.

I'm out of bed you Okay guys, What are you going to do now?

We're going to brush our teeth.

Then we're going to have breakfast!

Hey everyone!

That's enough chatting.

We still have a lot to do.

Come on, let's all go freshen up!

Okay, we're coming.

Let's go you Dad, look!

You still have toothpaste on your nose!

Oh, really?

Thanks for telling me.

Nova, how much longer I need to get ready to.

I'm almost done.

Just give me one more minute.

Thank you.

Leo, I'm done!

You can come in now!

I brush my teeth every morning, and then I get ready for school.

I like to keep my teeth nice and clean every day.

"Mom, I'm done!

I finish everything !" "Leo, you didn't wash your face, did you?" Mom, I did wash my face.

"Leo, you're telling a little fib your face is still dry." "Sorry, Mom !" Thank you.

Thank you.

Mom, I washed my face this time.

Is it okay now?

That's much better.

Great job, Leo!

One...

2 "Leo, what are you doing?

I'm getting stronger every day." Leo, are you fighting the floor?

No, I'm teaching the floor who's stronger.

I think the floor is winning!

Mom, look at my muscles!

They're getting bigger!

Wow!

At this rate you'll be stronger than the refrigerator!

Great job, Leo!

Keep it up!

That's my strong boy.

I'm so proud of you.

Everyone, breakfast is ready, come and eat!

Mmm.

It smells amazing!

My mom is the best cook ever.

Everything she makes is always so delicious.

I can't wait to eat!

Leo, could you please call Dad and Nova?

Lunch is ready.

Of course, Mom.

I'll bring them right away.

Thank you, sweetheart.

Dad, Nova, Mom says breakfast is ready.

She's waiting for us at the dining table.

Wonderful.

Let's go have breakfast.

Yay, I'm coming.

Let's go together.

Dad, could you please get me a glass of orange juice?

I'm really thirsty.

Just a moment, Nova.

I'll have your fresh orange juice ready in a second.

Mmm, that's so refreshing!

Thank you, Dad.

I really love orange juice.

I'm really hungry!

This breakfast looks so good!

I think I'm going to eat a lot today!

Nova is right, sweetheart.

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Eat slowly and you'll enjoy it even more.

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Okay, Mom.

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Thanks.

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Finish your breakfast, kids.

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It's almost time to get ready for school.

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I'll pack your lunch while you eat.

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Mom, could you please help me?

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I can't decide which outfit to wear.

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Of course, sweetheart.

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I'll help you choose the perfect outfit.

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Thank you.

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Mom, I want to wear this outfit today.

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It's a nice outfit, sweetheart, but today is a school day.

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Let's wear your school uniform instead.

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Where are my school shoes?

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"I know I left them around here somewhere." Here they are, Leo.

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I found your school shoes.

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"Thanks, Mom.

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I was looking everywhere for them." You're welcome, sweetheart.

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Now let's get ready for school.

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Okay, mom.

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These are my school pants.

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They look so nice.

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I really like wearing them.

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There it is!

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My school shirt looks so clean and neat.

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Time to wear it!

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Bye.

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Meow!

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Meow!

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Hey buddy!

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Did you sleep well?

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I'll be back after school and then we'll play together, okay?

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Leo, I think our little friend is still waiting for breakfast.

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Could you please feed the cat before we leave?

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Dad, I fed the cat yesterday.

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It's Nova's turn to feed her today.

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Leo, I fed the cat yesterday and you fed her the day before.

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So today, it's your turn to feed her.

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Really?

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I thought it was your turn today.

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Nope, we agreed to take turns.

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Today, it's your turn.

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Hey, Tommy, where's your breakfast?

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Are you still waiting for your food?

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Leo, here's Tommy's milk.

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Please pour some into his bowl for him.

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Thank you, mom Here you go, Tommy.

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Enjoy your breakfast.

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Leo, have you seen your dad?

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I think he's in the garden.

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Nova, please go bring your dad.

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He's going to be late for work.

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Okay, Mom.

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Dad, Mom is calling you.

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You'll be late for work.

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Okay.

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I just have a little more work to do.

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Dad, you say just a little more every morning.

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You're right.

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I'm coming now.

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"Dad, the flowers look really beautiful today." They do.

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They grow better when we take good care of them.

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Mom, what are you doing?

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I'm packing your lunch for school.

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Leo, what would you like in your sandwich today?

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I'd like cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and chicken, please.

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First the cheese, then the lettuce, tomatoes and finally the chicken.

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There you go, Leo.

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Your lunch is all packed.

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Thank you, Mom.

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It looks delicious.

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Leo, don't forget your orange.

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It's good for you.

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Nova, what would you like for your lunch today?

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A sandwich, please.

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A slice of cheese, fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and delicious chicken.

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Perfect!

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I packed your sandwich and a banana.

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Bananas give you energy and help keep your body strong.

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Enjoy your lunch, Nova!

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Leo, Nova, your lunch boxes are ready.

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Have you packed your school bags yet?

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I'm packing all my books.

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I don't want to forget anything today.

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I My pencils are packed.

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Now I'm ready for school.

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Mom, I'm ready!

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"Great job, Nova.

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You look ready for school." "Leo, how about you?

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Are you ready too?" Mom, I can't find my school bag.

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I've looked everywhere.

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"Leo, your school bag is under the table, you left it there yesterday." you I found it!

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Thanks, Mom!

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you Leo, don't be naughty at school.

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And Nova, you be a good girl too.

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Okay, Mom.

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We will, Mom.

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Have fun at school and take care of each other.

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Bye, Mom.

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See you after school.

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Bye, Mom.

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Have a great day.

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Bye, Leo.

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Bye, Nova.

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Have a wonderful day at school.

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Adam, where are you?

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You're going to be late for work.

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I'm in the kitchen.

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I'm just helping you with the dishes.

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Thank you, Adam.

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You're always so thoughtful.

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I just have a little more work to finish.

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In the meantime, could you make the grocery list for me? Of course.

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I'll have it ready by the time you finish.

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Bread Tomatoes Lettuce Chicken Apples Bananas Carrots Rice

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yogurt orange juice Adam is there anything else you need from the store? coffee please I can't start my day without coffee.

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Here's the grocery list don't forget anything.

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Don't worry, I'll get everything on the list.

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It's time to leave for work.

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Did you take everything you need?

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"Yes, I have everything, I'm all set." There you go, now you look perfect.

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Thanks, I couldn't ask for a better wife.

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Wait, let's check one more time.

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Did you take your car keys?

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Check.

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I've got my car keys.

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What about your wallet?

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Check.

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My wallet's right here.

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And your phone?

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Check.

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My phone's right here.

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Drive safely, okay?

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I will.

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Thanks for reminding me.

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Drive safely.

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See you this evening.

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I will.

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Bye.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will engage with a lively morning routine that emphasizes daily activities and family interactions. The video features a natural dialogue filled with relatable scenarios, making it ideal for A2 level English practice. By focusing on conversations like waking up, getting ready for the day, and discussing dreams, students will enhance their comprehension skills while also practicing pronunciation through the shadowing technique. This approach not only helps improve listening skills but also fosters greater confidence in speaking.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

Wake up - To stop sleeping and become awake.
Time to get up - A phrase used to encourage someone to rise from bed.
Freshen up - To wash or groom oneself to look or feel better.
Breakfast - The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning.
Get ready - To prepare oneself for the day or an activity.
Toothpaste - A gel or paste used to clean teeth.
Sleep well - A common phrase asking about the quality of sleep.
Wonderful dream - A positive and pleasant dream experienced during sleep.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this video, embrace the shadowing technique effectively. Start by listening to short segments of dialogue and then repeating them aloud, imitating the speakers' intonation and rhythm. This shadowspeak practice will help develop your pronunciation. Since the video features everyday conversational phrases at a manageable pace, it’s an excellent resource for those new to shadowing sites.

Pay close attention to how the speakers express emotions and urgency in their voices, as this adds context to the dialogues. When practicing, do not worry about perfection; the goal is to gain fluency and confidence. Aim to watch the video multiple times—first for understanding, then repeat along with the speakers. Utilize this shadowing technique often to transform your English listening and speaking skills. Remember, consistency is key in your learning journey!

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

Structure	In the video
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now	Have you packed · I've looked
Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now	we're coming · you're telling · are you doing
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction	you'll be · I'll get · I'll go
Future with “going to” be going to + verb — a plan or something you can see coming	It's going to be · are you going to do · We're going to brush

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →