Hoping to instill my love of learning in other children, I taught my first class at a local elementary school the year… — Adora Svitak Around the world Copy Share Image
There's no committee that says, 'This is the type of person who can change the world - and you can't.' Realizing that… — Adora Svitak Ambition 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… — Adora Svitak Alphabet Copy Share Image
I think one of the keys to better writing is releasing all of your ideas and to not be afraid. Dream big.… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
I think women should be more independent. In society, we're portrayed as people who simply wear make-up and sit around. We need… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
The traits the word 'childish' addresses are seen so often in adults that we should abolish this age-discriminatory word when it comes… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
We always reference kids but very rarely ask their opinion. Our inexperience might be what gives us the ability to teach our… — Adora Svitak Ability Copy Share Image
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
To try to teach ignoring technology is to ignore the progress that we have made over the last century. If school is… — Adora Svitak Copy Share Image
For kids like me, being called childish can be a frequent occurrence. Every time we make irrational demands, exhibit irresponsible behavior, or… — 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
