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In this interview, I interview my grandmother Betty Savage in Raleigh, North Carolina, on November 24, 2017. Betty reflects on her childhood, family, accomplishments, aspirations, hobbies, and lessons she's learned over the years. She discusses her grandmother, cousins, mother, father,...

In this interview, Grace and her mother explore what it was like growing up in the mid-1990s China and how her difficulties and parental influences impacted her outlook on life and her relationships with those around her.

I am Daniel Mueller and I am 14 years old and I took this interview with my Grandma Gigi who lives alone nearby and she has dementia. We took this interview in my house after thanksgiving dinner on November 23,...

I interview my kid brother about what it was like to learn how to read, to be diagnosed with dyslexia, and what his relationship to books is like today.

Wilma Smith (83) talks about her pets, childhood, parenting, and values. Get it here first from the cutest grandmother - a beloved friend to all who enjoys baking and spending time with her family, friends, and dog Pluto.

My grandmother talked about the various experiences she has had throughout her life, and explains how they have shaped who she is. She discussed many important topics such as education, family and honesty, and I have learned a lot about...

How my father began his path to reading.

We talked about her childhood, dogs, relationships, and her hobbies

We spoke about the importance of reading and the effects it has on children's lives- such as their behavior, lifestyle, social skills etc. We also spoke about my grandmother's experience as a teacher and what resources students had access to...

Vera, an ESOL teacher, and Brooklynite reflects on being 3 years old and her father.

July 26, 1964 description of a surprise stroll around the White House drive with The Johnsons

Angela Little was born in 1920 in San Francisco to Italian and German immigrants. She wanted to be a scientist since she was a little girl and was one of the first women in the field of biology and nutrition.

Shirley shares stories about aging, about her passions of kids, dance, and reading. She grew up in California as the daughter of a cowboy and has lived in San Francisco for over 40 years. She is 93 and hates the...

Ralph grew up in Philadelphia. He describes his family's values of kindness, growing up with a mother who was bi-polar, and his constant desire for community. He speaks on his identity, age, and speaking one's mind. He moved to San...

My friend Dick Hermann, an attorney, author, and columnist writes often about his passion for education reform. We talked about this.