Shadowing Practice: Snow White / by The Brothers Grimm retold by Sarah L Illustrated by Kimberley B🌛⭐️Bedtime stories - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Snow White by The Brothers Grimm.
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Retold by Sarah Lucy.
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Illustrated by Kimberly Barnas.
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Once upon a time, a beautiful cune sat at her window, sewing.
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The cune began to dream about the daughter she had always wished for.
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If I had a daughter, her skin would be as white as snow and her hair as black as a ramen, the kune wished.
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The kune's wish soon came true and she had a little girl.
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The kune named her Snow White.
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The happiness was not to last long as the kune sadly died.
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Before long, the king married again.
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The new Kune was very vain and not a good mother to Snow White.
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Every day she asked her magic mirror, Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of us all?
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The magic mirror would always reply, O Kune, you are the fairest in all the land.
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As the years passed, Snow White grew more and more beautiful.
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One day the Kune asked the mirror, Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of us all?
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To her horror, the mirror replied, Oh Kune, you are a beauty.
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It's true, but Snow White has grown much fairer than you.
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This can't be true, cried the Kune, and she ordered her guard to take Snow White far away from the castle at once.
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The guard led Snow White deep into the forest and left her there.
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Snow White was lost, and very afraid.
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Soon she came to a small cottage.
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Cautiously she opened the door and crept inside.
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Snow White saw a table surrounded by seven small chairs and set with seven plates.
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Upstairs she found seven small beds.
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Snow White was so tired she couldn't resist lying down and soon fell fast asleep.
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Later that evening, the owners of the cottage returned.
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When Snow White walked, she saw seven friendly dwarves staring back at her.
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You mustn't be afraid of us, said the first dwarf.
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We will look after you.
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Snow White was happy in her new home, and she enjoyed helping the seven dwarves with their chores.
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At the castle, the cune spoke to the magic mirror.
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To her horror, the mirror replied, Oh kune, you are a beauty, it's true, but Snow White is far, far fairer than you.
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Furious, the kune set off to find Snow White.
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After searching for a long time, the kune arrived in disguise at the dwarf's cottage.
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Snow White trusted the old lady and let her in for a drink.
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Thank you, my dear, said the queen brightly.
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Let me give you this lovely comb to show my thanks.
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Snow White didn't realize that the comb was poisoned.
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As she brushed her hair, Snow White fell to the floor.
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When dwarves arrived home, they found Snow White.
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To their relief, her eyes opened and she told them all about the old lady and the comb.
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It was the wicked Kune, said the dwarves.
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You must never open the door to a stranger again.
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Back at the castle, the Kune asked the magic mirror again.
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Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of us all?
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To her horror, the mirror replied, Oh Kune, you are a beauty, it's true, but Snow White is far, far fairer than you.
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Angrier than ever, the cune charged back to the cottage disguised as an old man selling shiny red apples.
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Open the door dear, said the cune in a gruff voice.
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I don't let strangers in, replied Snow White.
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I'll just leave the apple on the windowsill for you to enjoy later, said the cune and she left.
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Snow White couldn't resist taking a bite of the delicious apple but it was poisoned and she fell to the floor.
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When the seven dwarfs returned home, they found Snow White but this time she did not wake up.
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Snow White has been sent to sleep by the evil kune
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they cried the dwarfs laid snow white on a bed of beautiful flowers
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and sat beside her every day waiting for her to wake
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up one day a prince came across the cottage as he
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gazed at snow white sleeping he instantly fell in love suddenly snow white's eyes opened
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when the evil Kuhn realized that Snow White was alive.
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She ran into the forest, never to be seen again.
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As for Snow White and her prince, they lived happily ever after.
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The End

Context & Background

"Snow White," a classic fairy tale retold by Sarah Lucy, is based on the original work by The Brothers Grimm. The charming story features themes of beauty, jealousy, and kindness, told through the enchanting tale of a princess who encounters various challenges due to her extraordinary beauty. As the narrative unfolds, learners can immerse themselves in rich vocabulary and descriptive language, making it an ideal choice for English language practice. Utilizing dialogue between characters, such as the vain queen and the innocent Snow White, offers a practical approach to understanding conversational English in storytelling.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?" - A phrase that not only appears in the story but can also lead to discussions about self-esteem and beauty.
  • "Thank you, my dear." - A polite expression of gratitude useful in everyday conversations.
  • "You mustn't be afraid of us." - A comforting statement that is effective in reassuring others.
  • "Open the door, dear..." - This phrase can illustrate the importance of trust and caution in speaking with strangers.
  • "I don't let strangers in." - An assertive way to communicate personal boundaries, relevant for daily safety discussions.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To practice your listening and speaking skills using the "Snow White" video, consider using a shadowing app to enhance your learning experience. Follow this step-by-step guide:

  1. Watch the video once: Familiarize yourself with the story and context without trying to repeat it.
  2. Listen carefully: Play the video again while focusing on the pronunciation and intonation of the characters. Notice the emotions conveyed in their voices.
  3. Start shadowing: Pause the video after each sentence or phrase. Repeat immediately after the speaker, mimicking their tone and rhythm. This technique is known as shadow speech.
  4. Record yourself: Use your shadowing site to capture your voice. Comparing your pronunciation with the original can help identify areas for improvement.
  5. Practice regularly: Consistency is key. Make shadowing "Snow White" part of your daily IELTS speaking practice. Revisit the material to reinforce learning.

By incorporating these phrases and techniques, you can significantly improve your English speaking skills and gain confidence, making your language learning journey more effective and enjoyable. Use this opportunity to engage with the narrative, enhance your vocabulary, and apply the skills learned to real-life conversations.

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.