Sondra Clark
Teenage Author and Speaker
Travels from Tennessee
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In Her Own Words . . .
People always ask how I came to write five books. Well, when I was eight years old, I asked my mom, "Can I write a book?" She said "Sure!" She also told me to write about what I know. That's how I came to write my two craft books. When I was 11, Baker Books asked me to write two books to help kids reach for their dreams and also get involved in volunteer activities. Maybe you have a goal to become a world famous piano player or a soccer star. My book, You've Got What It Takes! will help you reach your goal.
Writing the books has given me many fun opportunities. I've been on lots of television shows like the Donny and Marie Show, The 700 Club, Home Matters and Smart Solutions. I also get to do radio interviews and talk to magazine reporters. I especially like speaking at conferences and school assemblies. Let me know if you'd like information about having me give a speech to your group. I always tell people that writing a book is hard work, but if you set a goal of writing 2-3 pages every day, soon the book will be done!
When I'm not busy as a 10th grader, I play soccer, act out Broadway musicals, and participate in activities at my church.
Oh yes, I also do lots of craft projects!
- Sondra
Some of Sondra's Awards . . .
Angels in Action
Each year, Georgia Pacific selects 10 students as recipients of their Angels in Action award. In November, Sondra will fly to Los Angeles to receive her award for her volunteer work. She'll also receive $5,000!
Weekly Reader Award
Each year, Weekly Reader honors a person that helps promote the love of reading. Last year Laura Bush was given the award and this year it goes to Sondra!
Nestle Very Best in Youth Award
Sondra just returned from a fun-filled, all expense paid trip to Los Angeles in this program sponsored by Nestle. They selected 38 students from across the country that were involved in community service projects.
Prudential Spirit of Community Award
In 2002, Sondra was the middle school honoree for Washington state. She won an all expense paid trip to Washington DC in honor of her volunteer work for Childcare International.
Youngest 2002 Olympic Torchbearer!
Because of her efforts to raise money for Childcare International, Sondra was selected to be an Olympic torchbearer. Out of 11,000 runners, she was the youngest to carry the torch as it travels from Atlanta to Salt Lake City.
Plus . . .
- Fox TV National Kids Hero Award
- Top 20 Finalist for the Caring Institute Awards
- Daily Points of Light Winner, February 15, 2002
- Hearts and Hands Award Winner
- Kid's Hall of Fame Award Winner
- National Speakers Association Youth Speech Contest Winner 2001
Sondra's Books Include . . .
Cool Careers in Parks and Recreation
Read Sondra's fifth book to discover first-hand information about 25 people who love their jobs in the field of parks and recreation. Sondra job-shadowed people around the country - from Shamu's trainer at SeaWorld to zookeepers to camp directors. This is a great book for anyone interested in learning about recreation-related jobs.
Remember when you were little and people asked what you wanted to be when you grew up? You probably grinned and said, "A ballerina" or maybe "A fireman." Now that you're older, your career choices have changed.
Cool Careers in Parks and Recreation gives you insight into 25 fun and rewarding jobs. You'll find out what it's like to:
Maintain a wildlife refuge in the middle of a city
Lead rafting trips down the Grand Canyon
Lead tours of Carlsbad Caverns
Work with youth at a day camp
Plus 21 other great jobs!
You Can Change Your World
Sondra Clark inspires youth to get involved in volunteering activities. You'll find over 150 practical ideas on how to volunteer at home, school, church, and in your community. Volunteering can be fun, plus you'll learn how important it is to do something for others. So put down the remote control and find a way to improve your community, help a lonely person, or even help animals.
You've Got What It Takes
Some highlights from "You've Got What It Takes!"
How to be a true friend
10 Ways to stop procrastinating
How to give that "extra effort" at school
10 Ways to help you reach your goal
A few tips on public speaking
The importance of taking appropriate risks
How to be a positive role model
Have you ever wanted to do something like become a famous soccer player or write a book? It's easy to say, "I want to be an actress when I grow up". The hard part is working towards that goal.
You've Got What It Takes gives practical steps to see your dreams through to reality.
Other Books by Sondra Clark . . .
Wearable Art with Sondra: Over 75 Fun and Easy Craft Projects to Make and Wear
Craft Fun with Sondra: Over 55 Arts & Crafts Projects
Sondra's Television Appearances Include . . .
Donny and Marie Show
The 700 Clubs, 2 times
Home Matters, Discovery Channel, 4 times
PAX TV
Great Day America
Smart Solutions
Crook and Chase
Trading Spouses
Plus over 35 other television appearances and many radio appearances.
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