The traits the word 'childish' addresses are seen so often in adults that we should abolish this age-discriminatory word when it comes to criticizing behavior associated with irresponsibility and irrational thinking. — Adora Svitak 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 I think parents emphasise more on doing well in school, which is important, but perhaps that sometimes comes… — 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; on the… — Adora Svitak 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 the day… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
I was thrilled to be able to read at three. I just thought everyone loved reading as much as I did. — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
To try to teach ignoring technology is to ignore the progress that we have made over the last century. If school is preparation for… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
My parents homeschooled my sister and me for many years. Why? Because the local school insisted that I, being three, should go to preschool,… — 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 our daily… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
The point of my work is to make it clear that all youth can make 'big miracles' happen. — 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 to believe… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
If I had my way, I'd end all wars and poverty. We should all be more aware of what's going on in the world… — 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 am extraordinarily… — 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 denied access… — 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 easy to… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
