Our scientific self is the aspect of ourselves that questions the world around us and goes out to look for answers to these questions. I feel scientific most of the day, when I take a shower I remember what I learned about air pressure systems in earth science, and when walking to class I think about the different types of clouds that I can pick out.
We always have the opportunities to explore nature, but often times it is only to a certain degree. Without the help of technology we cannot observe the difference between plant cells and animal cells. I can go outside and observe snowfall, or the sun moving across the sky, or the Hudson freezing over. I can feel with my hands how the soil feels or how different foods taste.
When I think back on my own schooling regarding science I only have fond memories of the teach and the class.I had so many great teachers throughout my schooling that I could probably write a novel if I were to talk about each of them, but my favorite teacher had to be Mr. Burowa. He brought his science classes to life with hands on activities and interesting videos that went along with what we were learning. His love of science was contagious and it was probably my favorite class for the day. It propelled me into taking more science courses, even when I wasn't required to take one any longer.
I drew a picture of a scientist, and I may have already guessed at the point the book was trying to make, but I made the drawing look like myself. I did this because I believe that everyone is a scientist in one way or another. When reflecting on this, it tells me that my attitude about science is very worldly and realistic. In my opinion, science is a subject that anyone of any age can take part in and enjoy.
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