Celebrating Inclusion of Children with Disabilities by Sharing Their Stories
Isiah's Interview
Interview with Isiah and Marco
Isiah and Marco are cousins and best friends. When they were interviewed Isiah was in 5th grade and Marco was in 4th grade. Isiah was born with Spina Bifida. That’s why he is wearing leg braces in their book.
Isiah's Answers
Q: What’s your favorite?
Food- aligator
Book- Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Game- Fortnite
Color- blue or gold
Sport- basketball
Animal- dog
Place to go- Florida
Q: How old were you in your book?
A: Six years old.
Q: What’s it like to be in a book?
A: It's cool
Q: What’s it like having a difference ?
A: ? Isiah didn’t answer this. He doesn’t see himself as having a difference or disability.
Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?
A: A rapper, help other people.
Q: What do you wish others understood or knew about you?
A: I’m good at baseball. People like me.
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Marco’s Answers
Q: What’s your favorite?
Food- steak
Book- I survived being in Marco and I Want to Play Ball.
Game- Fortnite
Color- blue or gold
Sport- basketball
Animal- cheetah
Place to go- Texas
Q: How old were you in your book?
A: Five years old.
Q: What’s it like to be in a book?
A: It's cool
Q: What’s it like having a difference ?
A: Marco doesn’t have a disability
Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?
A: I want to have a part time job. I want to help other people.
Q: What do you wish others understood or knew about you?
A: I want people to know I'm kind and loving.
Video of "Marco and I Want to PLay Ball" in sign language.