Is your favorite drink a pure substance—or is there more than one kind of matter hiding inside it? In this episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists investigate the physical properties of matter to distinguish between pure substances, homogeneous mixtures (solutions), and heterogeneous mixtures. Students learn how to classify matter, recognize whether a mixture is uniform throughout, and use physical properties as evidence to explain their classifications. Designed especially for 6th-grade science and TEKS 6.6B, this episode connects classroom science to familiar examples students encounter every day while strengthening observation, classification, evidence, and scientific reasoning skills. Wait… That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

What does the periodic table have to do with your phone, electrical wires, cars, and other technology you use every day? In this episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists discover how elements can be classified as metals, nonmetals, metalloids, and rare earth elements based on their physical properties. Students explore properties such as luster, conductivity, malleability, and brittleness while discovering why elements like copper, silicon, and neodymium are important to modern life. Designed especially for 6th-grade science and TEKS 6.6C, this episode turns the periodic table from a confusing chart into a map of elements that help make our modern world possible. Wait… That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

Why do some objects float while others sink—and does heavier always mean denser? In this episode of Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists explore density, mass, weight, substances, and physical properties through everyday examples that actually make sense. Students discover how mass and volume work together to determine density, why mass and weight are not the same thing, and how density can help scientists identify and compare substances. Designed especially for 6th-grade science and aligned to TEKS 6.6D, this episode connects classroom science to the world students experience every day. Wait... That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production. 

 What makes a solid, liquid, and gas behave so differently—and are the particles in your water really moving? In this episode of Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists explore the three states of matter, including particle arrangement and movement, shape, volume, and kinetic energy. Students will discover why solids keep their shape, why liquids flow and take the shape of their container, and why gases spread out to fill available space—all while connecting particle behavior to the science they see every day. Perfect for 6th-grade science, middle school science students, teachers, families, and curious young learners, this episode makes states of matter easy to understand, remember, and explain. Wait... That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

Before you grab the goggles and start experimenting, there’s one thing every young scientist needs to understand: lab safety is part of doing science! In this episode of Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, students explore essential science lab safety rules, learn what hazards are, discover why scientists assess risk, and find out what to do when spills, broken equipment, or accidents happen. With relatable examples, myth-busting, student challenges, and plenty of personality, this episode makes middle school science lab safety engaging and easy to remember. Perfect for 6th-grade science students, middle school classrooms, science teachers, and curious young learners preparing for hands-on investigations. Wait... That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

Welcome to the very first episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, a fun and engaging science podcast designed to help middle school students discover the science hiding in everyday life. In this pilot episode, meet Dr. Rodriguez and learn how observation, curiosity, questioning, and evidence can help anyone think like a scientist. From cell phones and water bottles to headphones, shoes, and even hot chips, science is happening all around us! Perfect for sixth-grade and middle school science students, teachers, families, and curious young minds, Wait… That’s Science! makes science concepts relatable, approachable, and connected to the real world. A Goddessy Media production.