Shadowing Practice: Mom and Maya Are Leaving Home... What Happened?! | Slow English Listening Story (A2 Level) - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Why are you packing?
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We were only joking.
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Oh.
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Just a joke?
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You two can handle everything.
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We won't slow you down.
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You made our work sound useless.
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Now show us you can do it.
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Huh?
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No. Grace!
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Maya!
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Go, Dad!
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Team boys can't be stopped!
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Done!
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Another win for team boys!
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This is a little crooked!
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These jobs just need strength!
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Boys are better at them!
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Do you really think strength is enough?
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So this family works better without us?
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It's easy!
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Leo and I can handle it!
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Mom, I've heard enough!
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Why are you packing?
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We were only joking.
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These flower beds are full of weeds.
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Let's rebuild the garden together.
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I'll plant flowers with you, Mom.
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Leo and I can fix the fence and move the heavy pots.
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Alright, Dad.
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Strong man will finish fast.
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Then let's make it a contest.
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Team boys against team girls.
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Deal! That sounds interesting!
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Team girls is ready!
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Ha!
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Ready, Leo?
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Lift carefully and keep the pot steady.
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Slowly, Maya.
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We don't want to hurt the roots.
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One, two, three!
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Ha!
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See?
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This is easy for us.
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Oh, it's so heavy for us.
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The win goes to Team Boy!
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Ha!
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Ha!
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Fast doesn't always mean the job is done well.
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Go, Dad!
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Team Boy's can't be stopped!
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Done!
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Another win for team boys!
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This is a little crooked!
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It still stands!
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That means we win!
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Yeah!
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These jobs just need strength!
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Boys are better at them!
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Do you really think strength is enough?
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who cooks, cleans, and remembers what every plant needs.
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Those are easy jobs.
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Dad and I can do them.
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So you think our work is easy?
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Leo and I can manage without you two.
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Without us, you'd forget half these plants.
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No way.
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Dad and I can handle everything.
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Everything?
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Cooking, cleaning, gardening, all of it?
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Yes.
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We can do it faster our way.
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So this family works better without us?
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It's easy.
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Leo and I can handle it.
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Mom, I've heard enough.
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Let's give them a chance to prove it.
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Why are you packing?
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We were only joking.
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Oh!
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Just a joke?
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You two can handle everything.
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We won't slow you down.
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You made our work sound useless.
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Now show us you can do it.
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Huh?
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No!
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Grace!
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Maya!
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Hmm...
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It's easy to.. up, right?
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It feels much bigger without Mom and Maya here.
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More water means faster watering.
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Dad!
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The flowers are bending!
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These look thirsty.
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I'll give them lots of water.
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You missed the new flowers, Leo.
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Dad, what are you doing?
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Calm, boy.
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Just a small problem.
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Oh, no. I thought that branch was dead.
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Just took care of the garden.
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What about all the other housework?
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I think we were wrong, Leo.
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We need to do something and apologize to them.
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Dad, I hope Mom and Maya forgive us.
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Dad?
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Leo?
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What are you doing here?
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Grace, I'm sorry.
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Your work matters just as much as mine.
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I'm sorry, Maya, too.
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Alright, we'll let this go.
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We went too far.
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Everyone has different strengths Respect each other Goodbye, see you soon
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Oh, someone is at the door Maybe it is a delivery
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We cannot open the door for people we don't know What if it is a bad guy?
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A thief?
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Give me all your snacks Or maybe A big green alien.
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I want to eat your toys.
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Wow, there is a big sale at the supermarket.
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That's great.
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Let's go buy things now, Grace.
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I can't carry everything by myself.
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You must come with me.
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Kids, stay home and lock the door carefully.
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Mom and Dad will be back soon.
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And remember, do not open the door for strangers.
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We promise.
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Bye-bye, Mom and Dad.
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Yay!
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This movie is so funny!
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Oh, someone is at the door.
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Maybe it is a delivery.
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Stop, Leo.
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Remember what Mom said.
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We cannot open the door for people we don't know.
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But why not?
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What if it is a bad guy?
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A thief?
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Give me all your snacks! Or maybe...
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A big green alien!
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I want to eat your toys!
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Oh no, I am scared now!
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Let's look through the small hole to check.
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Hello, I am Emma, your mom's friend.
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I have a delicious cake for you.
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Wow, cake!
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Let's open the door, Maya.
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Shh!
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No, Leo.
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I must test her first.
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I have a secret question.
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How old is my mom?
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She is 32 years old.
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Correct!
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And what is her name?
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Her name is Grace!
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My turn!
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My turn!
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How many bowls of rice does she eat?
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Oh...
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Uh...
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I don't know.
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What does she complain about the most?
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Well...
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Hmm...
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Does she snore at night? night?
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That is so funny, Leo.
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You are lucky mom is not at home.
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I just want to be sure.
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Oh, Emma, what are you doing here?
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Hello, Emma.
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What a surprise.
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Oh, Grace, I was passing by, so I came to visit and bring some cake.
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Long time no see, my friend.
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Ah, Mom and Dad are back.
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Open the door.
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Hi, kids.
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Did you open the door for her?
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No, they gave me a very hard test.
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Good job, kids.
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Always check before you open the door.
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Never open the door for strangers, everyone.
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And don't tell anyone about mom snoring.
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Please like, share, and subscribe if you like our story today.
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Stay safe.
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Bye-bye.
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See you next time.
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Keep calm.
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Keep calm.
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Believe in yourself, Maya.
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Time's up.
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Everyone, please stop and submit your papers.
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I hope my drawing is good enough.
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What did you draw?
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Our family?
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Our house?
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Don't ask me anymore.
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I wish we knew Maya's prize right now.
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You're so noisy, Leo!
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I'm so worried about this drawing contest.
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Go, Maya!
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Just do your best!
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Take it easy!
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You can do it, darlings!
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Maya, please come inside.
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Oh no, why am I so nervous?
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Keep calm, keep calm.
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Believe in yourself, Maya.
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Teacher, I have finished.
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Can I submit my artwork now?
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Yes, Sarah.
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Good job.
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It's almost done.
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Time's up.
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Everyone, please stop and submit your papers.
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I hope my drawing is good enough.
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How was your contest, my dear?
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What did you draw?
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Our family?
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Our house?
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Or anything else?
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Don't ask me anymore, please.
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What's wrong, my dear?
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Can you please tell us?
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I think I drew really badly in this competition.
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Why do you think like that?
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Because I saw the other who did better than I.
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Don't compare yourself to others, my girl.
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You are number one.
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No one can compare.
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Leo is right.
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We're always proud of you.
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When will you have the result, Maya?
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Maybe in two weeks.
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I can't wait.
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I wish we knew Maya's prize right now.
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You're so noisy, Leo.
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Leo, please be patient and wait until Maya gets the official result, Guy.
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The test is already finished.
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Just relax, Maya.
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Heise.
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Maybe I should practice more and more.
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Maya, you have a letter.
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Oh, the contest result letter?
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Wait for me, Dad!
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Here you are, girl.
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I bet you got the very good prize.
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No, I'm afraid that I didn't win any prize.
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You must have faith in your talent, my dear.
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I'm so excited!
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Go ahead and open it, Maya!
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Maya!
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I can't believe it!
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Wow!
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Look!
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You are the runner-up of the drawing contest!
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I told you!
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You shouldn't worry too much about it!
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We are really proud of you!
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Remember to always believe in yourself from now on, Maya!
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Anxiety isn't bad.
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But don't look down on your talent.
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I understand.
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I will try to be more confident.
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Have you ever felt worried and unconfident like me before?
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Please tell us your story in the comment.
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Don't forget to like and share our family's story today.
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Goodbye everyone.
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Please, stop that blue truck!
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My little boy is inside!
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Daddy!
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Where are you?
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It's too bumpy!
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Mommy!
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Daddy!
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I want to go home!
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Wait for me right here, okay?
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I'm just going inside for a second.
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Okay, Daddy.
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I will stay here.
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One, two, three, catch!
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Oops!
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Oh no!
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My ball!
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Ah!
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There it is!
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Inside the truck!
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Gotcha!
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Come here, little ball.
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Alright, next stop.
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Let's go!
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Leo, where are you?
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Please answer, Daddy.
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Ah, his shoe!
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Oh my gosh.
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The truck!
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No, no!
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He is in the truck!
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Hey!
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Stop!
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Please, stop the truck!
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I have to.
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Catch them!
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No, no, no!
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A red light!
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Please wait!
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Excuse me!
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Please let me pass!
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My son!
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No!
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I lost them! Where did it go?
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Huh?
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My little boy's ball.
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It...
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It fell out!
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The truck went right!
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The truck went right!
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I know it!
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I'm coming, Leo!
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Don't be scared!
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Help!
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I need help!
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Ah, a police officer.
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Thank goodness.
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Officer, please help.
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My little boy is trapped in a blue truck.
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We have an emergency.
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We need to stop a blue truck right now.
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Please hurry, sir.
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He must be so scared.
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Look, there's the blue truck.
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Pull over.
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Stop your truck right now.
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Rock and roll, baby!
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Yeah!
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He can't hear us!
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Wait!
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I will stop him!
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Officer? Is something wrong?
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I was just driving!
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Open the back!
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My son is in there!
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Hurry!
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Daddy!
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You are here!
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Daddy!
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It was so dark and scary!
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Oh, my brave boy!
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I've got you.
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You are safe now.
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Leo!
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Where is my Leo?
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Mommy, look!
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Daddy found him!
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Oh, my sweet baby!
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We were so worried about you!
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Parents, always watch your kids.
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Please, never take your eyes off them.
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And kids, never play near or hide in trucks.
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That's right!
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It is not fun at all!
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If you like our story today, please like, share, and subscribe!
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Bye-bye!
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See you next time!
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Oh!
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Oh!
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Oh!
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Exactly!
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I'm sure that Maya took my money from here!
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Maya!
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Did you take my money from my school bag?
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What are you saying?
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I don't understand you, Sarah.
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You just put my money into your bag, right?
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No, I'm just putting my notebook in here.
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I was just picking up my blue pencil.
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My pen fell down, so I had to pick it up.
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I don't believe your story.
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You are a big liar.
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Trust me, please Sarah.
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Everyone, look!
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Maya is a thief.
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She took my money.
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No. I'm not.
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I'm not.
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I am going to tell our teacher about this right now.
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Teacher, Maya stole my money from my bag.
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It's not true.
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I didn't do that teacher.
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Let's find the truth together now.
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Sarah, did you check every corner of your school bag?
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Yes, I searched everything, but the money is not there.
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Let's check it one more time together, my dear.
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Nothing teacher.
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What about the small pocket over here, Sarah?
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Oh!
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I will check it.
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Uh...
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I found it.
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My money.
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See?
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That's your cash.
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I put it here and forgot.
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Oh, it's my fault, teacher.
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You should say sorry to Maya, not to me.
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You hurt Maya's feelings because you are too careless.
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Now, please apologize to Maya from your heart, Sarah.
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I'm so sorry, Maya.
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Please forgive me for my mistake.
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It's okay, Sarah.
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I'm not angry with you anymore.
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Can we hug?
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Thank you, Maya.
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The friendship is so incredible, right?
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Friends should always believe and trust each other.
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Stay calm and think carefully before you blame your friends.
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Let's be kind and love our friends every time.
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Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel if you like our story.
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See you later!
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Wow!
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A real soccer ball!
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Ha ha!
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Look at me!
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I'm so skillful!
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We owe shoots and scores!
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Oh no!
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Leo, watch out!
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Oh no!
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I broke it!
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If I pay for it, I can't buy my shoes!
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If I pay for it, I can't buy my shoes.
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Wait!
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Look at that store!
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Wow!
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So many soccer stuffs here!
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Those blue shoes are perfect!
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I could score a big goal with them!
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Ha ha ha ha!
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You really like them, buddy.
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Dad, did you see the spikes? So cool!
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Ha ha ha!
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You've talked about those shoes all the way home.
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I need to count my money in my piggy bank.
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One, two, three...
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Mom, Dad, I want to buy soccer shoes with my own money.
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This weekend, we'll look together and choose carefully.
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Hahaha, thank you so much, Mom.
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Dad.
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Whoa, this place is huge.
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Welcome, we have a wide range of soccer equipment and gear.
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Wow, these shirts are light so players don't get too hot I Can put my name on a shirt?
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Yes, you can choose your name and your number Leo 88 that looks amazing
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Here is shin guard section These protect your legs when you play.
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And these cones help kids practice safely.
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Wow!
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This is the spike section.
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Some spikes are for grass.
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Some are for turf.
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So spikes help me run better?
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Yes, buddy.
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Soccer cleats provide maximum traction, change direction, and stop quickly without slipping on the grass.
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Hmm, these are okay.
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But not the red ones.
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Let's check if the blue pair fits you.
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We want shoes that fit, not shoes that hurt.
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That ball looks so real.
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A famous soccer player!
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Leo is going to score a goal with this ball!
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Oh no!
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I slipped!
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Leo!
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Are you okay?
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Yes, Mom. But...
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I made this mess.
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Let's clean this up first.
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Oh my!
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The bottom came off!
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Oh my!
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We may have to replace that trophy, son!
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Oh no, but...
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That's my shoe money!
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You should use your money to make up for the broken trophy.
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Mom and I will take care of the soccer shoes.
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Don't worry.
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Yes, I need to tell the truth.
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I'm sorry, sir.
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I ticked the ball without asking and broke this trophy.
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I can use all my money to pay for it.
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Don't mind.
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Thank you for telling me the truth.
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This is an old memory cup, not a big prize.
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Your honesty matters more than this cup.
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Please let us help fix it It's okay.
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Don't worry Then I'll buy these shoes with my own money.
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Please keep the change.
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It's a sincere gesture for me Let me pack that pair of shoes for you Take it buddy.
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It's yours now.
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Thank you, sir Enjoy the sport you love But be mindful of others and don't disturb them Thanks for watching
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And see you next Bye-bye It's still stuck Run!
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Stay close, Leo Maya, Leo, where are you?
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Maya, I'm scared I want Mom and Dad Ah, this beach day is perfect.
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Cannot forget to apply sunscreen.
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Captain Leo, keep digging.
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The treasure must be here.
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Whoa!
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Maya, I hit something hard.
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It looks like a little chest.
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Maybe it's real treasure.
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It's stuck.
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We need to dig more!
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Ow!
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Sam got in my eyes!
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The wind is getting stronger!
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Leo, Maya, don't rub your eyes!
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Stand up!
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We need to go back now!
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The sea is not safe!
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But the sky still looks nice.
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Hmm.
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Can we just dig a little more?
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No, sweetheart.
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Strong wind and big waves mean danger.
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But our treasure is still there.
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Leo, maybe we can get the chest before the storm comes.
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Okay, let's go.
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We'll be fast.
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Hurry, Leo.
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The wind feels stronger now.
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It's still stuck.
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Why is the sky so dark now?
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Oh, no. This doesn't look safe anymore.
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Oh, my.
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I'm scared.
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Run, Maya.
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Maya, run!
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Stay close, Leo.
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Hold the pole.
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Oh my god, hand off!
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The umbrella's flying away!
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Hide here.
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Maybe this can block the wind.
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Oh no, even the bin is moving!
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Ethan, the kids are gone!
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Maya, Leo, where are you?
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I'm scared they may be too close to the waves.
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Maya, I'm scared.
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I want mom and dad.
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I'm here, Leo.
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Stay close to me.
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Maya!
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Leo!
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Maya!
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Leo!
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Move away from the tree, now!
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Hold my hands.
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We're going back inside now.
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Thank goodness we're safe.
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The beach looks so different now.
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I didn't know nature could change so fast.
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That's why we listen when the weather gets dangerous.
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The lights went out!
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We have a flashlight. And we're safe inside.
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Look!
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A little rabbit is hiding from the storm too!
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And here comes a brave little bird, flying home safely.
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Wow!
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I'll try it too!
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Wow!
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The storm made a big mess outside!
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Mom, Dad, I'm sorry.
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We didn't listen to you.
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When waves are big, wind is strong, or thunder starts, we leave the beach right away.
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And never hide under a tree during lightning.
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We go inside and stay together.
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Next time, we'll listen first and stay safe.
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This story has come to an end.
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Thanks for watching and see you next!
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Hello, Grace.
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Leo may have the wrong lunchbox today.
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Oh my goodness!
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Ethan took Leo's lunch, didn't he?
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Oh no, my stomach is too loud now.
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When can I get off work?
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I'm starving.
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Please, Fridge, give me something big to eat.
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Well, well, wasn't the lunch I packed for you enough?
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No, no, I find some food for Leo.
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OK, lunch boxes are ready.
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This big one is for Ethan with his coffee on the side.
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This one is Maya's with extra fruit because she loves it.
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And this cute one is for Leo.
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I hope it makes him smile.
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Good morning!
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Wow!
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Lunch is ready already?
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Please check the lunch boxes, Ethan.
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The new boxes look the same today.
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Don't worry, sweetie.
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I take lunch every day.
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I know which one is which.
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I'll take them to the car.
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We're right on time.
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Come on, kids.
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Let's get moving.
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Here you go, Maya.
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And here you go, Leo.
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Thanks, Dad.
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Thank you, Dad.
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I hope mom made something cute.
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Okay, let's go.
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Have a good day kids.
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Don't forget your lunch.
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Bye dad.
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See you after school.
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Okay, I'm ready for a long office day.
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Lunch time.
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I'm so hungry today.
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Wait, why is my lunch so tiny and cute?
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Wow, Ethan, your lunch has little e-octopus sausage.
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Hey, look, it says Leo will eat well.
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Oh no, Grace told me to check, but I was too sure.
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Well, my cutest lunch ever.
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Hmm, it's tasty, but I may need a bigger lunch next time.
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Lunch time!
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I can't wait to see my cute food!
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Whoa!
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This lunch is huge!
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Did Mom think I became a giant?
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I think something is wrong.
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Oh!
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Oh!
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Leo, this looks like an adult lunch.
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Are you a eating machine?
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There's been a mistake.
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May I call my mom?
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Hello, Grace.
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Leo may have the wrong lunch box today.
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Oh my goodness!
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Ethan took Leo's lunch, didn't he?
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So Dad is eating my tiny, cute lunch?
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I think he is very hungry now.
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Oh no!
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My stomach is too loud now!
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When can I get off work?
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I'm starving!
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Hello, I'm home!
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What's wrong with dad?
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My tiny lunch is not enough for dad.
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Please, Fridge, give me something big to eat.
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Well, well, wasn't the lunch I packed for you enough?
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No, no, I find some food for Leo.
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Huh?
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Really?
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Well, the boxes looked exactly the same.
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Anyone could make that mistake.
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Hmm, anyone or someone who didn't check?
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I told Mom, Dad, my giant lunch today.
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You're right.
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I was too confident and I didn't check.
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Maybe we should make labels for every lunchbox.
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That's a great idea.
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Let's make each box easy to know.
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Mine will be a flower!
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Mine must be a robot!
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And mine can be a tie, so I won't steal Leo's stars again.
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I'll use a heart, because I packed these lunches with love.
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Now we can see them clearly before we leave.
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From now on, we stop for a few seconds and check our things.
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Always check your things before you go!
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Bye-bye!
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Understanding the Story: A Family's Playful Challenge
The video follows a lively family conversation where a joke about "team boys" and "team girls" leads to a friendly contest. Mom and Maya initially feel undervalued, but the family turns it into a collaborative task—rebuilding the garden. This relatable scenario is perfect for english speaking practice, as it uses everyday language, emotions, and practical actions to keep learners engaged.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- "We won't slow you down": A common way to say you don't want to be a burden, useful in group settings.
- "This is a little crooked": Describes something not straight—great for giving feedback gently.
- "Lift carefully and keep steady": Practical instructions for handling objects, essential for daily tasks.
- "Fast doesn't always mean well done": A wise reminder that speed isn't everything, perfect for discussions about work or projects.
- "Let's make it a contest": A fun way to turn chores into games, ideal for motivating others.
Step-by-Step Shadowing Guide for This Video
Shadowing (or shadowspeak) is a proven technique to improve pronunciation and fluency. Here's how to use this video effectively:
Step 1: Watch and Listen Twice
First, watch without subtitles to grasp the context. Then, watch with English subtitles to catch new words. Focus on the tone—notice how the family's voices change from playful to slightly upset, then back to cheerful.
Step 2: Pause and Repeat Phrases
Pick 3-5 phrases (like those in the list above) and pause the video after each. Repeat them aloud, matching the speed and intonation. This builds muscle memory for natural speech, key for IELTS speaking practice.
Step 3: Shadow the Entire Dialogue
Play the video and speak along with the characters, starting 1-2 seconds after they do. Don't worry about mistakes—focus on keeping up. This trains your brain to think and speak in English simultaneously, a critical skill for real-life conversations.
Step 4: Record and Compare
Record yourself shadowing, then listen to the original. Note differences in stress (e.g., "Team boys can't be stopped!") and rhythm. Adjust your speech to match—this fine-tunes your pronunciation.
Learning English with videos like this makes practice fun and practical. By combining shadow speech with real-life scenarios, you'll build confidence and fluency in no time. Ready to start? Press play and join the family's garden contest!
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.