Shadowing Practice: Unit 9 My Pets - Story 1: "Pets" by Alyssa Liang - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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It's story time!
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Pets by Elisa Leung I have a dog.
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His name is Spot.
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I have a cat.
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Her name is Muffin.
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I have a rabbit.
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His name is Wabbit.
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I have a hamster.
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Her name is Furry.
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I have a turtle.
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His name is Tim.
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I have a goldfish.
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Her name is Goldie.
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Let's read.
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dog cat rabbit hamster Cat.
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Rabbit.
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Hamster.
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Turtle.
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Goldfish.
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Let's do the activities.
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Activity 1.
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Color the pictures.
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Say the name of each picture.
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Dog.
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Cat.
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Cat, rabbit, hamster, turtle, goldfish.
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Activity 2.
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Draw a path through the maze to find your cat Muffin.
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What other pets do you see on the way and what are their names?
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I see a dog.
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His name is Spot.
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I see a rabbit.
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His name is Wabbit.
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I see a hamster.
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Her name is Furry.
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I see a turtle.
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His name is Tim.
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I see a goldfish.
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Her name is Goldie.
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Activity 3.
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Color the picture that matches the first picture in each row.
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Why are the other two pictures different?
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The pictures of a goat and a piglet don't match.
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The pictures of a duck and a lamb don't match.
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The pictures of a rabbit eating a fish and a rabbit eating an apple don't match.
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The pictures of a mouse and a cat don't match.
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Activity 4 Say the sound of each letter.
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Color the pictures that begin with the same sound.
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D, doll, dog.
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R, rooster, rabbit.
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D. Doll.
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Dog.
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R. Rooster.
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Rabbit.
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T. Tomato.
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Turtle.
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Activity 5.
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Test your understanding of the story.
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Who are they and what are their names?
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He is a dog.
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His name is Spot.
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She is a cat.
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Her name is Muffin.
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He is a rabbit.
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His name is Wabbit.
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She is a hamster.
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Her name is Furry.
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He is a turtle.
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His name is Tim.
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She is a goldfish.
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Her name is Goldie.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, titled "Pets," learners will explore the world of common household animals, focusing on vocabulary related to pets and their names. Through engaging activities, learners will practice speaking and pronunciation skills by identifying pets, their sounds, and colors. This lesson is ideal for enhancing your English speaking practice as you will be encouraged to read aloud and describe various pets while improving your overall vocabulary related to animals. By using the story and activities from the video, learners will also develop a better understanding of English sentence structure and animal-related terminology.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Dog - A common pet known for its loyalty. Example: "His name is Spot."
  • Cat - A playful, independent pet. Example: "Her name is Muffin."
  • Rabbit - A cute, fluffy animal. Example: "His name is Wabbit."
  • Hamster - A small rodent often kept as a pet. Example: "Her name is Furry."
  • Turtle - A slow-moving reptile. Example: "His name is Tim."
  • Goldfish - A popular aquatic pet. Example: "Her name is Goldie."
  • Maze - A puzzle where you find your way through. Example: "Draw a path through the maze."
  • Match - To find items that are the same. Example: "Color the picture that matches."

Practice Tips

To make the most of this lesson, try using a shadowing app while listening to the video. This technique involves listening to the audio and then immediately repeating what you hear. Start by playing the video at a slower speed if necessary, and gradually increase the speed as you become more confident. Pay close attention to the pronunciation of key terms like "dog," "cat," and "rabbit." This will help you improve English pronunciation and make your speech sound more natural.

Additionally, engage with the activities presented in the lesson. For instance, when asked to say the name of each pet, take a moment to repeat the names after hearing them. If you are using the video to facilitate your learning English with YouTube, consider summarizing what you have learned by writing a few sentences about your favorite pet or sharing a story about a pet you have or wish to have. This will not only reinforce your vocabulary but also give you the confidence to speak about topics you enjoy.

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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