By creating so many illusory images of physical perfection, whether on store aisles or storefronts ads, magazine covers or TV show, we… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
I think that my peers deserve more than products to buy wrapped up in advertising. We need ideas to share and causes… — Adora Svitak Advertising Copy Share Image
Since the age of four, I've been exploring what I can do with the written word: everything from championing literacy and youth… — Adora Svitak Age Copy Share Image
Like probably a lot of people, I came away from watching films like 'Miss Representation' and 'Half the Sky' with the realization… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
Students read for tests and because their parents ask them to, but I think it's very important to tell children that you… — Adora Svitak Children Copy Share Image
I am writing to make sure that kids don't lose very important traits like curiosity that can drive social change because oftentimes… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
The idea there were kids out there who didn't love to read and write just as much as I did struck me.… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
Prom has all the elements of a popular story. It reeks of all-Americanness, tension, drama. It has romance. Pretty dresses. Dancing. Limos.… — Adora Svitak Age Copy Share Image
By creating so many illusory images of physical perfection, whether on store aisles or storefront ads, magazine covers or TV shows, we… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
CEOs of top companies could probably use a dose of not-asking-for-raise behavior and less self-entitlement, rather than us trying to change girls… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
None of my friends don't have Facebook accounts. Op-eds and studies can highlight our decreased enthusiasm for Facebook 'til the cows come… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
Theres no committee that says, This is the type of person who can change the world and you cant. Realizing that anyone… — Adora Svitak Ambition Copy Share Image
In many countries, schools are preparing students to participate in a democratic environment; yet schools themselves tend to be extremely autocratic, with… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
The world needs opportunities for new leaders and new ideas. Kids need opportunities to lead and succeed. Are you ready to make… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
I do wear a lot of hats, and sometimes people get confused with all that I do, but one thing that I… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
We're used to the characteristics of social media - participation, connection, instant gratification - and when school doesn't offer the same, it's… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
When I was little, I thought everyone in the world liked to read because it was so fun. But then I realised… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
Success on the front of women's rights will look like a world not only with obvious advances - where no girl is… — Adora Svitak Access Copy Share Image
I need to be allowed to make my own decisions and mistakes, take leaps - and fall - without receiving too much… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
Ineffective substitute teaching is a problem that means thousands of hours of lost learning for America's students. It cannot be dismissed with… — Adora Svitak America Copy Share Image
We need to reward the 'thankless job' of substitute teaching with better pay and chances for permanent positions. I look forward to… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
The only time I felt I was different was when one of my friends said, 'I hate reading' and I stared at… — Adora Svitak Alien Copy Share Image
Young people are often asked, 'What do you want to be when you grow up?' and given advice about how to lead… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
We all love people who give credit to others for their success. Companies would probably do better with CEOs who didn't blow… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
America, you're sending girls a mixed message. On one hand, you're saying to have positive body image and love who we are;… — Adora Svitak America Copy Share Image
There are lots of different interpretations of the word 'prodigy.' My own is of someone who is talented and tries to help… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
As we grow up in more technology-enriched environments filled with laptops and smart phones, technology is not just becoming a part of… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
The current concept of prom just seems so empty. Teenagers get dressed up to go to a dance at a fancy location.… — Adora Svitak Ability Copy Share Image
By bringing current events into the classroom, everyday discussion, and social media, maybe we don't need to wait for our grandchildren's questions… — Adora Svitak Attention Copy Share Image
I wouldn't call myself a geek, but I do sometimes teach Mommy and Daddy stuff about computers. And I do watch TV,… — Adora Svitak Computer Copy Share Image
Learning between grown-ups and kids should be reciprocal. The reality, unfortunately, is a little different, and it has a lot to do… — Adora Svitak Child Copy Share Image
