If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to make earth science engaging and hands-on, this episode is for you! I’m joined by Becca from Science Lessons That Rock, a veteran teacher with over 15 years of experience and a passion for turning abstract concepts into meaningful, accessible learning experiences. Becca shares creative ways to teach everything from planetary distances to landforms using simple, affordable materials—plus practical tips for lab prep, grading, and boosting student engagement. 

We also talk about supporting ELLs, teaching in Title 1 schools, and building classroom buy-in. Whether you’re new to earth science or just need some fresh inspiration, you’re going to love getting to learn from Becca. I’ve known her online for nearly a decade, and I’m so excited you get to know her now, too!

➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode191

Resources:

• Climate Change Ice Core Lab
• Igneous Crystal Size Lab Activity | Rock Cycle Experiment 
• Landforms Stop Motion Video Project
• Rewordify
• Vocaroo
• Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.
• Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD course
• Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.science
• Send me an email: [email protected]  
• Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.

Connect with Becca:

• Instagram: @sciencelessonsthatrock
• Website

Related Episodes:

• Episode 126, Teaching AP Environmental Science with Ashton Allgood
• Episode 157, Serving ELLs with AI and More with Guest Alyse of Keystone Science
• Episode 189, True Life: I Grade Everything and Because of It, I Have No Life
• Episode 190, Student Mastery, Switching Schools, and Teaching Chemistry with Heather Bonanno

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