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Old 05-07-2008, 08:41 AM   #8
happymomof1
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"Practice reading to improve accent...."

Yup, this can work. Reading aloud can improve your comfort with the language because you aren't having to compose the sentences in your head. You also internalize grammar patterns because you aren't having to think about them so much. As the reading becomes more automatic for you, you will be able to concentrate a bit on your pronunciation. Read new things, and re-read old things. If you feel shy about it, shut the door and read to the pictures on your wall.

And yes, Harry Potter is great for improving your English. You can do the same thing with any story/book that you know well.
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