The forming of microplastics in the environment continues be a global problem with damaging risks to ecosystems and human health. Currently, most microplastic studies concentrate on water and air, while research focus on terrestrial samples such as soil still lags behind. This project reports the first results of our effort to develop and implement a methodology to study microplastics in soil samples nested in a multidisciplinary teaching laboratory. Chemistry and non-chemistry students isolated and examined microplastics, typically finding blue microfibers, verified via optical microscopy. In addition, participants designed outreach activities to introduce microplastic concepts to younger students and helped refine the methodology for further use across multiple courses and community events. This project ultimately pursues the establishment of a citizen science initiative, where shipped soil samples will be processed in teaching sessions.