Shadowing Practice: The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Welcome! to Miss Pam Reads.
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Yes.
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As you can see, Maybe that'll be in focus.
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The book was off the page.
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I'm having trouble focusing, but we're going to give it a shot.
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here we go this is The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric.
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Carl Thank you.
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Mmm.
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Lots of holes on that page.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle.
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in the light of the moon.
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A little egg lay on a leaf.
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one Sunday morning The warm sun came up and pop!
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out of the egg, came a tiny and very hungry caterpillar.
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Oh my!
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Look at this.
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He started to look for some food. On Monday.
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Thank you.
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He ate through one apple but he was still hungry Thank you.
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Here he comes out of the apple.
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On Tuesday, he ate through two pears.
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One, two.
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But he was Still hungry.
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Thank you.
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Out of the pear.
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On Wednesday, he ate through three plums.
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One, two, three.
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but he was still hungry Thank you.
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On Thursday, he ate through four strawberries.
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One, two, three, four.
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Woo!
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See the holes? But he was still...
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Hungry.
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Thank you.
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Here it comes.
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on Friday he ate through five oranges But he was still Hungry.
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One, two, three, four, five.
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with the holes Oh dear.
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On Saturday He ate through one piece of chocolate cake.
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one ice cream cone, one pickle, one slice of Swiss cheese,
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one slice of salami, one lollipop, one piece of cherry pie,
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one sausage one cupcake, and one slice of watermelon.
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That night, He had a stomachache.
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Thank you.
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All right.
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The next day was Sunday again.
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The caterpillar ate through one nice green leaf.
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Look how many holes though.
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Kind of so you went in and out and in and out and in and out.
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And after that, He felt much better.
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- Thank you.
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Now he wasn't hungry anymore.
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He wasn't a little caterpillar anymore.
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He was a big Bat.
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Caterpillar.
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He built a small house called a cocoon, around himself.
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he stayed inside for more than two weeks.
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THEN He nibbled a hole in the cocoon.
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pushed his way out And...
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Do you know what's on the next page?
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Up.
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He was a beautiful butterfly!
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Wow!
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Look at all those colors!
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Thank you.
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The end!
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I guess it's a good thing he ate his way through all those things.
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- Yeah.
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Thank you for joining me for Miss.
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Pam Reads.
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Thank you.
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Have a great day.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking and listening skills through the engaging story "The Very Hungry Caterpillar." This classic children's tale by Eric Carle offers a simple yet captivating narrative that is ideal for learners at all levels. By following along with the story, you will enhance your vocabulary and pronunciation while mastering the shadowing technique. The vibrant imagery and rhythmic nature of the text make it a perfect resource for those looking to learn English with YouTube. Get ready to immerse yourself in a delightful world of caterpillars and food!

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Hungry - Feeling the need for food.
  • Egg - The round object laid by birds, from which a young creature hatches.
  • Food - Any nutritious substance that people or animals eat.
  • Strawberry - A sweet red fruit with a seed-studded exterior.
  • Stomachache - A pain in the stomach area.
  • Leaf - The green part of a plant that is typically flat and thin.
  • Piece - A portion of something larger.
  • Ice cream cone - A cone-shaped pastry filled with ice cream.

Practice Tips

As you engage with the video, apply the shadowing technique to improve your pronunciation and intonation. Focus on mimicking Miss Pam's speech patterns. A good practice is to pause the video after each sentence and repeat what you hear, matching her tone and rhythm. This story unfolds with a gentle pace, allowing ample time for you to follow along confidently. Each day of the week is presented clearly, giving you a structure to grasp the vocabulary fully. Remember to pay attention to the repetitions; phrases like "but he was still hungry" offer a great opportunity for practice. To make your IELTS speaking practice more effective, try to emphasize the emotions behind the caterpillar's journey – joy, anticipation, and even discomfort after too much food.

You can also make use of this shadowing site for further practice, where you can find similar resources and techniques that help in enhancing your speaking skills. With dedication and regular practice, you'll find that using stories like "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" not only enriches your vocabulary but also brings a fun and engaging element to your English learning experience.

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 →