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When Fall Comes by Amy M.
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When Fall Comes by Amy M.
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Bisonette Illustrated by Erin Hoorigan Make sure to grab your own copy to follow along with me.
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When fall comes and great gaggles of Canada geese honk and flap overhead and the aspen leaves change from green to gold.
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Chilly air and shorter days remind us it's time to get busy.
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Change is coming and there's so much to do.
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Not just for us, but for the animals too.
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Silver red salmon fight their way up rushing streams,
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returning to the places they were born.
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Chipmunks stash seeds in underground burrows.
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Red squirrels gather pine cones.
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Busy beavers dive deep, dragging woody branches to underwater piles near their lodges.
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In the fall, we get our house ready for cold weather.
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We put away patio furniture and stack wood near the back door for nights when the wind whistles.
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When fall comes, we hit the trail on sunny days to hike among bright yellow larches.
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We splash in puddles filled by heavy fall rains.
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And we listen for fall sounds.
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Bugling on hillsides, squirrels rummaging for acorns into crunchy fallen leaves.
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We collect driftwood on the beach and breathe in the salty air.
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Out in the deep sea,
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we know grey whales are swimming south to warmer waters.
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Even they are on the move.
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Even they know change is coming.
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We smile.
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Because it is time to get ready.
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There's so much to do.
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Not just for us, but for the animals too.
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When fall comes.
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That was When Fall Comes by Amy M.
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Bizonette illustrated by Aaron Hoerigan.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English listening and speaking skills through the engaging children’s book "When Fall Comes." As you follow along with the video, you will improve your pronunciation and fluency by utilizing the shadowing technique. This method involves listening to the narration and repeating it in real-time, which is essential for IELTS speaking practice. You’ll immerse yourself in descriptions of the fall season, rich with sensory details that enhance your vocabulary and comprehension.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Gaggles - A group of geese that make a lot of noise, perfect for describing the sounds of nature.
  • Chilly air - A phrase that evokes the cool temperatures associated with autumn.
  • Stash seeds - This refers to how animals, particularly chipmunks, prepare for winter by storing food.
  • Underwater piles - Beavers create these structures to store branches; it reflects a key element of ecological activity in fall.
  • Driftwood - Pieces of wood found on beaches, emphasizing a seasonal activity.
  • Heavy fall rains - This phrase captures the unique weather patterns of the season.
  • Whistles - Often associated with the wind and can be a metaphor for change, important for deepening your descriptive language.
  • Change is coming - A recurring theme that implies preparation and new beginnings, useful when discussing transitions in life.

Practice Tips

To make the most out of this lesson and effectively use the shadowing technique, consider these practice tips:

  • Listen Carefully: Pay close attention to how the narrator emphasizes certain words and phrases. This will enhance your English pronunciation significantly.
  • Repeat in Real-Time: Try to repeat the sentences as you hear them. This immediate echoing helps you develop a more natural flow in your speaking.
  • Slow Down the Playback: If needed, adjust the playback speed of the video. Slowing it down can help you catch every word and fully engage with the content.
  • Practice with Emotion: Emulate the tone and expression of the narrator to convey the feelings associated with autumn and change, increasing your emotional fluency.
  • Record Yourself: After shadowing, record your own voice. Compare it to the original narration to identify areas for improvement.

By incorporating these strategies into your practice, you will not only boost your vocabulary but also enhance your confidence when speaking English, preparing you for opportunities like the IELTS speaking practice. Happy learning!

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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