Hi, I’m Amanda—and this is my STEM story! Hi Tiny Scientists! My name is Amanda, and I’m a Quality Assurance Specialist . That means I help make sure medicine is safe and ready for people who need it to feel better. Have you ever taken medicine when you were sick? Before that medicine gets to you, people like me work behind the scenes to make sure it is made the right way. I help check that everything is safe, clean, and working just how it should—so your body can heal! When

Hi, I’m Dr. Bowman—and this is my STEM story! Hi Tiny Scientists! My name is Dr. LaTanya Bowman , and I’m a Chiropractic Physician . That means I use my hands to help your body move the way it’s supposed to so you can feel your best! Have you ever had a sore back or felt stiff after playing too hard? I help people feel better by gently helping the bones in their back move properly. When your spine is happy, your whole body can work better! When I was younger, I was curious ab

Hi, I’m Robby—and this is my STEM story! Hi Tiny Scientists! My name is Robby , and I’m an AI & Analytics Engineer . That means I work with computers and data to help solve problems and answer big questions. Have you ever gone to the store and convinced your parents to buy your favorite snack? I help companies figure out how many other kids did the same thing—and why! Then I teach computers how to keep track of that information automatically so people can understand what’s po

Hi, I’m Tonya—and this is my STEM story! Hello Tiny Scientists! My name is Tonya Freeze, and I’m an Athletic Trainer. That means I am part of a healthcare team that helps athletes stay safe, strong, and healthy. I work to prevent injuries before they even happen, and if someone does get hurt, I help them heal so they can get back to doing what they love—whether that’s playing soccer, dancing, or running down the field. I’ve always been curious about how our bodies work. I fir

At Tiny Sparks Lab, we believe children don’t have to wait until they’re “older” to start thinking like engineers. This week’s Discovery Sparks  activity invites your Tiny Scientist to explore the world of software engineering and digital coding —through imagination, observation, and creativity. Software engineers use computers to build, design, test, and improve  the digital tools we use every day. From apps and games to websites and online stores, engineers are problem-solv

This week at Tiny Sparks Lab, we’re exploring engineering and technology—because building, designing, and problem-solving are all around us! 🛠️ Family Sparks Friday Activity: Digital Engineer at Work Today’s activity invites your Tiny Scientist to explore how engineers use technology to create, test, and improve ideas —just like real software engineers! Try this together: Look around your home for digital tools  (tablet, phone, laptop, TV, smart devices) Talk about how engin

Hi, I’m Jonathon—and this is my STEM story! Hello Tiny Scientists! My name is Jonathon Wilson, and I’m a software engineer. That means I use coding and software design to create and improve the digital experiences people use every day—like apps, social media platforms, digital storefronts, and more. If people interact with it on a screen, there’s a good chance someone like me helped build it! My love for technology started early. As a kid, I loved video games and wanted to kn

This Black History Month, we’re focusing on representation that matters—because when children see themselves reflected in books, illustrations, and learning spaces, they begin to imagine themselves in those fields with confidence and possibility. At Tiny Sparks Lab, that intentionality shows up everywhere. In We Are Scientists, the characters are thoughtfully designed to reflect the brilliance, curiosity, and everyday experiences of Black children—so science feels familiar, w

Hi, I’m Dr. Tanielle—and this is my STEM story! Hello Tiny Scientists! My name is Dr. Tanielle Brew Smith and I’m a primary care doctor in Florida. As a primary care doctor, I take care of people of all ages —from tiny babies to grown-ups who are over 100 years old (my oldest patient is 101!). I knew I wanted to be a doctor after watching my grandmother, who was a nurse. Seeing her care for others and help people in our community inspired me to do the same. From that moment o