My Knowledge Base:

A List of People and Experiences That Makes Me Who I am

Today
By Kelly Gaule

My Grand Valley Science Classes

Over my five years at GVSU I have gone through many
science classes that taught me what science really is and
how to implement it in school. Because of this, I believe
that students must learn by doing science and be an
active participant of their learning in any subject.
Grand Valleys Childrens Enrichment Center
I have worked at GVSU CEC for 4 years and have learned
so much about how children operate and how to build
confidence as a teacher. My experiences here helped me
shape my student behavior practices and taught me to
always be prepared for anything in the classroom.
Mrs. Keener
Mrs. Keener was my 5th grade science teacher who showed
me how to love school and inspired me to become a
teacher. She presented material in a way that all students
could learn and be engaged in. She also made every
student feel important.
My Dad
My Dad became a high school science teacher when I was
in 3rd grade. He exhibits a passion for teaching and a love
of science and nature that I hope to see in myself. He
teaches in a very active and interesting manner where
students are always amazed by his knowledge. I strive to
be like this in my own classroom.
The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander
I read this book in a Race and Ethnicity class I took at
Grand Valley and it forever changed my view on our
society and culture. I learned so much about things I have
never thought of. Now, I put the concepts in this book and
everything I learned in that class into consideration when
interacting with people.
Silent Spring by Rachel Carson
This book taught me so much about the detrimental effects
of pesticides as well as the importance of environmental
conservation. I am truly inspired by Carsons work to
protect the environment as well as being a strong woman
in science.
Reading Magic by Mem Fox

This book emphasizes the importance of reading to

children and inspired me to pass on my passion of reading
to others.