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Picky Nicky Mom and Dad say, Supper is ready.
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Picky Nicky Mom and Dad say, Supper is ready.
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Picky Nicky says, I want...
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Spaghetti.
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Mom says, No...
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Spaghetti.
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We are having...
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Peas.
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And...
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Carrots.
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Picky Nicky says, I would rather eat bees and parrots than peas and carrots.
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Dad says, we are also having grapes and pears.
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Picky Nicky says, I would rather eat apes and bears than grapes and pears.
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Picky Nicky says, Freddy always has spaghetti.
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Dad says, then go eat at Freddy's house.
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So Picky Nicky goes to Freddy's house.
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She goes to the door.
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She rings the bell.
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What's for supper, she says.
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It's spaghetti, says Freddy.
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Get a plate.
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Freddy's mom brings the spaghetti.
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Then she says, we are also having peas, carrots, grapes, and pears.
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Pass your plate.
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Oh, no, Picky Nicky thinks.
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I would rather eat bees,
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parrots, apes, and bears than peas, carrots, grapes, and pears.
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What will she do?
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I know!
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Picky Nikki takes a Spoon Of Peas A Spoon Of Carrots Some Grapes
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And a little bit of Pear She hides them under her Spaghetti
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Soon her plate is clean.
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Where are the peas, carrots, grapes, and pears?
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Wow!
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Picky Nicky ate them!
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The next night, Picky Nicky says,
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I will eat anything if I can hide it in spaghetti.
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Dad says even peas, carrots, grapes, and pears.
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Even ice cream.
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Picky Nicky says, no, I will have my ice cream all by itself.
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About This Lesson

In this engaging lesson, English learners will get the chance to practice their speaking skills through the playful story of "Picky Nicky." This tale revolves around a young girl's picky eating habits and her creative ways to hide unwanted foods among her favorites. As learners immerse themselves in this amusing narrative, they will enhance their vocabulary, improve their English pronunciation, and develop essential speaking skills. By watching and practicing with this YouTube video, you will be taking an enjoyable step towards becoming more fluent in English.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Supper - the evening meal
  • Picky - someone who is very particular about what they like
  • Spaghetti - a type of pasta
  • Peas - small green vegetables
  • Carrots - an orange root vegetable
  • Grapes - small round fruits that grow in bunches
  • Pears - sweet, bell-shaped fruits
  • Hide - to conceal something from view

Practice Tips

To make the most of your English learning experience with this video, consider using the shadowing technique. This method involves listening to the dialogue and repeating it in real time, which can significantly help in improving your English pronunciation. Since "Picky Nicky" is a light-hearted story, the tone is playful and the pace is moderate, making it suitable for learners at different levels.

As you engage with the material, pay special attention to the expressions and emotional nuances in "Picky Nicky's" voice. Try to match her emotions and inflections to enhance your speaking skills further. It can be beneficial to pause the video after important phrases and practice saying them aloud. Repeat this process multiple times for phrases like “I want spaghetti” or “I would rather eat bees and parrots than peas and carrots.” This will build your confidence in speaking and help you sound more natural when you converse.

Additionally, if you're partaking in English speaking practice with others, share your interpretations of Picky Nicky's choices and your own eating habits while incorporating the newly learned vocabulary. Remember, the goal is not just to learn English with YouTube but to actively use what you've learned. Make it fun—just like Nicky did with her spaghetti!

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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