7 Quotes & Sayings By Adora Svitak

Adora Svitak is a poet, writer and conservationist. She has published over 60 songs (CDs and downloads) and numerous articles, short stories and poetry collections. Her poetry has been published in the UK, Ireland, South Africa, USA and Australia. Her songs have been played on national radio and TV and she has appeared as a guest on numerous shows including The Late Late Show and Have I Got News for You Read more

Adora is a member of the Society of Authors and the Society of Authors Writers in Education Network.

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There are lots of different interpretations of the word 'prodigy.' My own is of someone who is talented and tries to help other children. So in that respect I could be called one, although I don't think I'll go off the rails. Adora Svitak
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I wouldn't call myself a geek, but I do sometimes teach Mommy and Daddy stuff about computers. And I do watch TV, but only informative programmes like the news and documentaries. Adora Svitak
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Any good teacher knows how important it is to connect with students and understand our culture. Adora Svitak
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Ineffective substitute teaching is a problem that means thousands of hours of lost learning for America's students. It cannot be dismissed with a sigh and 'Just wait for the teacher to come back on Monday.' Adora Svitak
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Prom has all the elements of a popular story. It reeks of all- Americanness, tension, drama. It has romance. Pretty dresses. Dancing. Limos. High school. Coming of age. Adora Svitak
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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 other, we're being marketed makeup and clothing that obviously turns us into someone different. Adora Svitak