Shadowing Practice: We're Going on a Bear Hunt performed by Michael Rosen - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hi, my name's Michael Rosen and I help make a book called We're Going on a Bear Hunt.
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Hi, my name's Michael Rosen and I help make a book called We're Going on a Bear Hunt.
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And it goes something like this.
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Choo choom choom choom choom choom choom choom choom.
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We're going on a bear hunt.
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We're gonna catch a big one.
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What a beautiful day.
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We're not scared.
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Uh oh.
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Grass.
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Long wavy grass.
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We can't go over it, we can't go under it.
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Oh no, we got to go through it.
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Swishy swashy, swishy swashy, swishy swashy.
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Chum chum chum chum chum chum chum chum chum.
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We're going on a bear hunt, we're gonna catch a big one.
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What a beautiful day.
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We're not scared.
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Uh oh.
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A river.
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a deep cold river.
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We can't go over it.
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We can't go under it.
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Oh no, we got to go through it.
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Dive in.
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Splash splash splash splash splash splash.
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Chum chum chum chum chum chum chum.
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Splosh, splash, splash, splash, splash, splash.
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Chum, chum, chum, chum, chum, chum, chum, chum.
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We're going on a bear hunt.
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We're going to catch a big one.
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What a beautiful day.
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We're not scared.
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Uh-oh.
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Mud.
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Thick, oozy mud.
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We can't go over it.
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We can't go under it.
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Oh, no. No, we got to go through it!
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Squelch, squurch.
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Squelch, squurch.
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We're going on a bear hunt.
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We're gonna catch a big one.
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What a beautiful day!
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We're not scared.
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Uh-oh! a forest, a big dark forest.
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We can't go over it, we can't go under it.
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Oh no, we got to go through it.
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Stumble, trip, stumble, trip, stumble, trip.
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Chachum, chum, chum, chum, chum, chum, choom, choom, choom.
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We're going on a bear hunt.
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We're gonna catch a big one.
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What a beautiful day.
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We're not scared.
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Uh-oh!
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A snowstorm.
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A swirling, whirling snowstorm.
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We can't go over it.
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We can't go under it.
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Oh no, we got to go through it.
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Woo-woo-woo-woo.
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Woo-woo-woo-woo.
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Woo-woo-woo-woo-woo-woo.
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Chum-chum-chum-chum-chum-chum-chum-chum-chum-chum-chum.
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We're going on a bear hunt.
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We're gonna catch a big one.
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What a beautiful day.
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We're not scared.
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Uh-oh.
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A cave.
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A narrow gloomy cave.
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We can't go over it.
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We can't go under it.
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Oh no, we gotta go through it.
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Tip toe, tip toe, tip toe.
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What's that?
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One shiny wet nose, two big furry ears, two big goggly eyes.
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It's a bear!
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Quick back to the cave!
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Tiptoe, tiptoe, tiptoe, back through the snowstorm!
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Woo woo woo!
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Woo woo!
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Woo woo!
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Back through the forest!
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Stumble trip...
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Back through the mud.. in the mud.. squourge.. squourge.. back through the river.. dive in...
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Splosh.. splash.. splash.. splash.. splash...
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Back through the grass.. swishy swashy...swishy...swashy... down the road.. after our front door.. open the door.. up the stairs...
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...dop-dop-dop-dop-dop-dop-dop Oh no! we forgot to shut the door...
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Back downstairs...
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...dop-dop-dop-dop-dop.. shut that door...
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Boom!
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Back up the stairs, dub dub dub dub dub, along the passage, into the bedroom, into bed, under the covers.
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We're not going on a bear hunt again.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will immerse yourself in the rhythmic and engaging storytelling of "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" performed by Michael Rosen. This captivating narrative provides a great opportunity to practice your English listening and speaking skills. Through repeated phrases and expressive sounds, you will learn to enhance your pronunciation and rhythm. By the end of this lesson, you will not only understand the story better but also feel more confident in your speaking abilities, thanks to the shadowing technique used throughout the performance.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Bear hunt - An adventurous journey in search of a bear.
  • Grass - A common plant that is long and wavy in texture.
  • River - A large, flowing body of water that is deep and cold.
  • Mud - Soft, wet earth that is thick and oozy.
  • Forest - A vast area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.
  • Swishy swashy - The sound made when moving through grass.
  • Splash splash - The sound effect made when jumping into water.
  • Squelch squurch - The sound associated with walking through mud.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience with this video, try using the shadowing technique. This involves listening to Michael Rosen's performance and speaking along with him in real-time. Start by playing a short segment, pausing after each phrase, and repeating it aloud. Pay attention to his intonation, rhythm, and pronunciation to improve your English pronunciation significantly.

Since the performance has a lively and engaging tempo, it’s advisable to listen to it multiple times. Use a shadowing app to help track your progress and to monitor your voice as you practice. This can aid in developing your fluency and confidence. As you become more comfortable, challenge yourself to speak along with the video without pausing.

Remember, mastering the sounds of phrases such as "splash splash" or "squelch squurch" will make your English sound more natural. These playful phrases not only help with articulation but also add fun to your practice. Keep practicing, and enjoy the adventure of going on a bear hunt!

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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