Our mission
Most children's media waters down the science. We believe kids are fully capable of understanding astrophysics, engineering, and chemistry when given the right tools.
Spark Explorers is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) media brand designed for early and upper-elementary learners (Grades K–5). We transform complex scientific concepts into epic, unforgettable adventures. By combining high-quality storytelling with rigorous, hands-on inquiry, we are building the next generation of engineers, scientists, and critical thinkers. Real science, never oversimplified.
NGSS Aligned
Every episode and lab guide is intentionally structured around the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), making our content a reliable resource for homeschool parents and classroom teachers.
Big Science for Young Minds
We believe kids can handle real science. Instead of watering down concepts, we break down complex topics into engaging, digestible fun and memorable learning moments that kids love!
Hands-On Lab Companions
Science is not a spectator sport. We provide printable data tables, vocabulary worksheets, and experiment guides so families can recreate the physics safely at home.
Meet the crew
Dr. Spark
Sparkarina Capuccina
Sparkarina Capuccina
Spark Explorers is developed by a veteran educator with a Master's degree in Engineering Education from the University of Texas at Austin and a decade of experience teaching physics, astronomy, astrophotography and robotics to kids of all ages.
Sparkarina Capuccina
Sparkarina Capuccina
Sparkarina Capuccina
As Dr. Spark's dedicated lab assistant, she represents the curious little mind inside every young viewer. She tackles the hands-on activities, asks the essential "why" and "how" questions, and demonstrates that the best way to learn science is by jumping directly into the experiment!
Burpie
Sparkarina Capuccina
Burpie
Our resident space monster! Nice space monster that is... Burpie brings comedy and curiosity to the lab. Whether he's accidentally eating too much or asking the big questions, Burpie is the ultimate companion for our young explorers.
ex astris, scientia
From the Stars comes Knowledge...
Spark Explorers is an independently funded, homegrown, dad-and-daughter created, kid-safe educational channel. To keep our videos COPPA-compliant, completely safe for children, and free of targeted advertising, we rely on the direct support of our viewing community.
Help us create more high-quality STEAM adventures by joining our flight crew!
