Shadowing Practice: The Snowman | Level 2 | Oxford Reading Tree - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hello boys and girls, welcome to the Prime Cup Storytime with me, Teacher Matt.
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How are you today?
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Are you good?
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I hope so.
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So, in our level 2 story today, we are going to bring in a story called The Snowman. So, are we ready?
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Let's begin.
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Biff, Chip, Wilma, Wilf, Kipper, Floppy.
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Wilma made a snowman.
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It had a red nose.
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It had a blue scarf.
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It had green gloves.
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It had a black hat.
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The hat fell on Floppy.
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Oh dear.
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So, what happened?
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That's right.
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The hat fell on Floppy.
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Floppy ran.
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Oh no!
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No snowman!
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Oh dear.
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What happened to the snowman?
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Yes, Dad hit the snowman with his bicycle.
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Now let's talk about the story.
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What are the colors the snowman is wearing?
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So we can see that the snowman has a black hat and a gold ribbon.
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We can see that it has green gloves.
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We can see that it has a red nose.
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It has black eyes, a black mouth and it has black buttons.
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And around its neck it has a scarf and the scarf is purple and blue.
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And its arms are brown.
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And the rest of the snowman is white.
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Why did Floppy run off?
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So let's have a look back.
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So we can see that the hat fell on Floppy.
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And Floppy may have got scared.
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So he ran away.
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What else could you put on the snowman?
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So if you made the snowman, could you put anything else on?
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Maybe you could give the snowman a coat, some sunglasses.
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What would you like to make with snow or sand?
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So if it's a snowy day and the snow lands on the ground, you can make something from the snow.
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Many people like to make snowmen or you could make snowballs or you could make snow angels.
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You can make anything you want.
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Also, if you're at the beach where it's very And, you could also make something from sand, like a sand castle.
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So let me know what you like to make with sand or snow.
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You can also ask your parents and friends this question as well.
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And let me know your answers.
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OK boys and girls, remember to learn the new words from today.
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And I will see you next time at the Prime Cub Storytime.
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Bye-bye everybody!
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About This Lesson

This lesson uses the charming story "The Snowman" from the Oxford Reading Tree to help you practice English speaking and listening. You’ll follow a simple, engaging narrative about building a snowman, with relatable characters and everyday actions. By the end, you’ll be able to talk about snow and sand creations, describe colors, and ask questions like "What do you like to make with snow or sand?" It’s perfect for level 2 learners ready to expand their vocabulary and conversational skills.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Snowman: A figure made of snow, often with a nose, hat, and scarf.
  • Scarf: A piece of cloth worn around the neck for warmth or decoration.
  • Gloves: Coverings for the hands, usually with separate fingers.
  • Run off: To leave quickly, often because of fear or excitement (e.g., "Floppy ran off").
  • Sand castle: A structure made of sand, typically built on beaches.
  • Shadow speech: Repeating words or phrases immediately after hearing them, a great way to practice pronunciation.

Practice Tips for Shadowing

The video’s tone is friendly and slow, making it ideal for shadowing—a technique where you repeat lines right after the speaker. Here’s how to use it: Pause the video after short phrases like "Wilma made a snowman" or "The hat fell on Floppy," then mimic the speed and intonation. Focus on matching the teacher’s warm, clear delivery to improve your fluency. For trickier parts, use a shadowing app to loop sections until you feel confident. Remember, shadowspeaks (repeating in real time) helps train your mouth to form new sounds. Try shadowing the entire story twice: once to follow along, and again to speak louder than the video. This will boost your confidence in using phrases like "What else could you put on the snowman?" in real conversations.

Learning English with YouTube videos like this one is a fun way to practice. Combine the shadowing technique with daily practice, and you’ll notice progress in your speaking skills. Don’t forget to ask friends or family, "What do you like to make with snow or sand?" to use your new vocabulary in context!

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 →