Shadowing Practice: What Is Matter? - The Dr. Binocs Show | Best Learning Videos For Kids | Peekaboo Kidz - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Oh, I'm sorry little kitty.
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It's okay.
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Doesn't matter.
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Well, it does matter kitty.
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In fact, everything around us is matter.
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Yes, my friends, I'm sure you must have heard the term matter before
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and how everything that we come across in our lives, like the air you inhale, the books you read, toys you play with,
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I mean, literally everything is made of matter.
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Still confused?
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Don't worry my friends.
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In today's episode, let us explore what is matter and its state and find the answer to an important question.
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Why matter matters so much?
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Zoom in! So, what is matter?
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Well, as we all know that matter is everything around you.
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Rocks, pen, water, even you are made of matter.
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But the vital question is, how do you define matter?
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Well, according to science, matter is defined as everything that has weight and takes up space or has volume.
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I'm sure you are already aware of what weight is.
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It's just how heavy something is.
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But what do we mean by taking up space or volume?
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Volume is the amount of space something occupies.
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For example, the ball takes up a small volume
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while the sun occupies a large volume or takes larger space to fit in.
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Likewise, different states of matter will fill volumes in different ways depending upon how big,
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little, long or short the object is. But why?
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Why do they vary in looks and sizes?
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Well, that's because matter comes in different states and the three most common states are known as Solid,
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Liquid and Gas.
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Let's start with the most obvious state of matter, that is the solid state.
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There are objects that keep their own shape and do not flow in a given temperature.
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Examples of solids are study table, sugar cubes, glass, rock, most metals,
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etc. Ice is a solid as well, but when it melts, it becomes liquid.
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Speaking of liquids, they flow, move around a little and fill up containers you put them in, like a water bottle.
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So we can say they occupy the space inside the containers we fill them in.
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But what about the weight of water?
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Well, we all know that water has weight if you carry a water bottle with you.
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And as you drink from the bottle, it gets lighter and lighter.
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Giving you a good idea about the weight of the water.
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Next comes an interesting state of matter that can't be seen easily, but it's there all the time, like the air we inhale,
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which is a gas, the third main state of matter.
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But I know you must be wondering, is air really matter?
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And if it is, then how we see if it takes up space and has weight?
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Well we can prove that with a simple experiment at your home.
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To do so, take an empty glass and lower it vertically downward in a vessel filled with water.
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You will observe that the level of water inside the glass is less than the level of water outside it.
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It is because the air within the glass is trapped and does not allow the water to rise up.
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It means air has occupied the space inside the glass.
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Now when you tilt the glass aside, you will see bubbles of air rushing out and it is replaced by water,
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hence proving that air occupies space.
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But how do we show that air has weight?
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Take two empty balloons and tape them to the ends of a meter stick.
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Then hang the meter stick on a string so that it's perfectly balanced.
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Now blow up one of the balloons and stick it back to the meter stick.
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You will find the end of the air filled balloon will bend downwards because of air giving it The extra weight!
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Hence proving the fact that air is matter as it has volume and weight.
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It's trivia time!
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Did you know that there are more than three states of matter?
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Yes, besides the solid, liquid and gaseous, there are also three further different states of matter that have been created by man.
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These are Plasma, Femionic Condensates and Post-Einstein Condensates.
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It's Question Time!
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Today's Question is, What are the Three Main States of Matter?
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Do write your answer in the comment section below
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and hit the like and subscribe button
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if you haven't yet to be a part of the Peekaboo Kids' cutesy-beautesy family
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and get a chance to get it featured by the end of our videos.
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So, here are the winners of the previous episode.
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Hope you enjoyed today's episode.
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Until next time, it's me, Dr. Binox, Zooming out!
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Ah, never mind.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will engage with a fun and educational video that explores the concept of matter. The discussion focuses on the definition of matter, its properties, and the three main states: solid, liquid, and gas. By practicing your English speaking skills through this video, you will enhance your ability to describe scientific concepts easily and clearly. As you follow along, pay attention to how the narrator explains complex ideas in an accessible way, allowing you to improve English pronunciation while expanding your vocabulary. This engaging content is perfect for learners who want to learn English with YouTube and practice their speaking skills in a meaningful context.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Matter: Everything that has weight and takes up space.
  • Weight: The heaviness of an object.
  • Volume: The amount of space something occupies.
  • Solid: A state of matter that maintains its shape.
  • Liquid: A state of matter that flows and takes the shape of its container.
  • Gas: A state of matter that is present all around us and can fill any space.
  • Experiment: A scientific procedure to test a hypothesis.
  • Air: The invisible mixture of gases we breathe, used to demonstrate that it occupies space.

Practice Tips

When practicing your English speaking practice, consider following these tips to make the most of the video:

  • Watch and Listen: First, watch the video completely to understand the concepts and tone of the narration.
  • Shadow Speaking: As you re-watch the video, use the shadowspeak technique. Repeat phrases immediately after the narrator to practice phrasing and intonation.
  • Pace Yourself: The video features a steady pace. If you find it challenging, pause after each key concept to ensure you fully grasp it before moving on.
  • Articulate Clearly: Focus on clear pronunciation of challenging vocabulary like "matter," "volume," and "experiment" to improve English pronunciation and fluency.
  • Engage with Experiments: Try simple home experiments mentioned in the video to apply what you’ve learned. This hands-on approach will reinforce your understanding while giving you practical vocabulary to use in conversation.

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.